The S-Works Tarmac SL8 is the fastest Specialized race bike frame ever made, offering a perfect balance of aerodynamics, stiffness, and compliance. With a featherweight 685g frame, it’s 15% lighter than its predecessor while improving power transfer and comfort, making it a dream foundation for any high-performance road build.

Key Features:

• FACT 12r Carbon frame – Rider First Engineered™ for superior stiffness-to-weight ratio
• Clean cable routing – Optimised for seamless integration and electronic groupset compatibility
• S-Works FACT 12r Carbon fork – Precise handling with a 12x100mm thru-axle
• 32mm tyre clearance – Allows for larger tyres and comfort on varied road surfaces
• Threaded bottom bracket – 68mm BSA for easy maintenance and creak-free performance
• Flat mount disc brake compatible – Reliable stopping power for high-speed descents and technical corners
• S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seat post – Aerodynamic and tuned for compliance
• Headset compatible with SL7 Stem & Roval Rapide Cockpit – Sleek and aerodynamic cockpit integration
• Available with 0% APR finance – Build your dream race bike with flexible payment options

Tarmac SL8 is all about real-world speed. Specialized’s Ride Science team used race simulations and wind tunnel testing to create the most aerodynamic road frame to date. With the new Speed Sniffer nose cone, the head tube’s leading edge is sharper and more streamlined, reducing drag significantly. The seat post has also been optimised to channel airflow cleanly, making it more aero than even the Specialized Venge. This results in a bike that is 16.6 seconds faster over 40km and saves precious time in key race situations.

Drawing from the ultra-lightweight Aethos, the SL8 frame weighs just 685g, making it the lightest in its class. The redesigned down tube, seat tube, and rear triangle efficiently distribute loads, allowing for a 33% improvement in stiffness-to-weight ratio. This means explosive acceleration, razor-sharp handling, and efficient power transfer while maintaining an ultra-responsive ride quality.

Speed isn’t just about stiffness and aerodynamics, it’s about staying fresh deep into a race. The Tarmac SL8 introduces a 6% increase in compliance over the SL7, absorbing road vibrations while retaining the race-ready precision needed for aggressive riding. The Rider-First Engineering™ approach ensures every frame size offers the same refined balance of stiffness and comfort, so all riders experience the same high-performance feel.

S-Works Tarmac SL8 Frameset is more than just a frame it’s the ultimate platform for building a race-dominating machine. With flat mount disc brake compatibility, 12x142mm thru-axle spacing, and a seamless cockpit integration, it’s designed for modern racing standards. Whether climbing legendary cols, hammering on the flats, or sprinting for victory, this frame delivers a ride that goes like hell and feels like heaven.

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