Specialized
Tarmac SL8 Frameset
2026Road - Race
Tarmac SL8 Frameset Data
- MSRP
- USD 3499.99
- Frame
- Carbon
- Weight
- 1.69 kg
- Sizes
- 54, 56, 58, 61, 49, 52, 44
- Colors
- Satin Carbon, Red Pearl / Metallic White Silver
Components
Complete component specification list for this variant.
Seat
Seatpost
S-Works Tarmac SL8 seat post, FACT , 15mm offset
- Length
- 380 mm
- Material
- Carbon
Seatpost Clamp
Integrated Tarmac wedge
Frame
Frame
Threaded Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r , Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing, BB
- Rear Axle Dimension
- 12x142mm
- Tyre clearance
- 32 65
- Material
- Carbon
Fork
FACT 10r Carbon, flat-mount disc
- Front Axle Dimension
- 12x100mm
Cockpit
Stem
Integrated Tarmac stem, 6-degree
Drivetrain
Bottom Bracket
Threaded 68mm bottom bracket
- Standard
- Threaded
Comparison
Compare specifications and components across all variants of this model. Toggle years to customize your comparison.
Model Year:
| Current Tarmac SL8 Frameset 2026 CurrentCurrentSpecialized Tarmac SL8 Frameset 2026 |  S-Works Tarmac SL8 2026 |  Tarmac SL7 Sport 2026 |  Tarmac SL8 Comp 2026 |  Tarmac SL8 Expert 2026 |  Tarmac SL8 Frameset LTD - Demi Dreaming 2026 |  Tarmac SL8 Frameset LTD - Yoon Hyup 2026 |  Tarmac SL8 Pro 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specifications | ||||||||
| MSRP | USD 3499.99 | USD 13499.99 | USD 3299.99 | USD 4699.99 | USD 6599.99 | USD 5999.99 | USD 5699.99 | USD 8499.99 |
| Frame | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | — |
| Weight | 1.69 kg | 6.67 kg | 8.27 kg | 7.68 kg | 7.26 kg | 1.5 kg | 1.45 kg | 7.25 kg |
| Sizes | 54, 56, 58, 61, 49, 52, 44 | — | 54, 56, 58, 61, 49, 52, 44 | 54, 56, 58, 61, 49, 52, 44 | 54, 56, 58, 61, 49, 52, 44 | 54, 56, 58, 61, 49, 52, 44 | 54, 56, 58, 61, 49, 52, 44 | 54, 56, 58, 61, 49, 52, 44 |
| Colors | Satin Carbon, Red Pearl / Metallic White Silver | Gloss Premium Fjord Metallic | Gloss Black | Satin Carbon | Gloss Deep Lake Metallic / Green Pearl Over Seafoam | Demi Dreaming Ltd | Yoon Hyup | Gloss Red Sky |
| Gears | — | 24 | — | 24 | 24 | — | — | 24 |
| Frame | ||||||||
| Frame | Threaded Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r , Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing, BB | S-Works Tarmac SL8 FACT 12r | FACT Tarmac SL7 9r | FACT Tarmac SL8 10r , Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing | FACT Tarmac SL8 10r , Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing | Threaded S-Works Tarmac SL8 FACT 12r , Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing, Ceramic Speed SLT Headset bearings, BB, thru-axle, flat-mount disc | Threaded S-Works Tarmac SL8 FACT 12r , Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing, BB, thru-axle, flat-mount disc | Demo Demo |
| Fork | FACT 10r Carbon, flat-mount disc | S-Works FACT 12r Carbon | FACT Carbon | FACT 10r Carbon | FACT 10r Carbon | S-Works FACT 12r Carbon, thru-axle, flat-mount disc | S-Works FACT 12r Carbon, thru-axle, flat-mount disc | FACT 10r Carbon |
| Cockpit | ||||||||
| Stem | Integrated Tarmac stem, 6-degree | Integrated Roval Rapide Cockpit, Bar/Stem | Integrated Tarmac stem | Integrated Tarmac stem | Integrated Tarmac stem | — | — | Integrated in Roval Rapide Cockpit |
| Handlebar | — | Integrated Roval Rapide Cockpit, Bar/Stem | Specialized Shallow Drop | Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061 | Specialized Expert Shallow Drop | — | — | Roval Rapide Cockpit |
| Grips | — | Supacaz Super Sticky Kush | — | Supacaz Super Sticky Kush | Supacaz Super Sticky Kush | — | — | Supacaz Super Sticky Kush |
| Seat | ||||||||
| Seatpost | S-Works Tarmac SL8 seat post, FACT , 15mm offset | S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seat post | S-Works 2021 Tarmac Carbon seat post | S-Works Tarmac SL8 seat post, FACT , 15mm offset | S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seat post | S-Works Tarmac SL8 seat post, FACT , 15mm offset | S-Works Tarmac SL8 seat post, FACT , 15mm offset | S-Works Tarmac SL8 seat post, FACT , 15mm offset |
| Seatpost Clamp | Integrated Tarmac wedge | Integrated Tarmac wedge | Integrated Tarmac wedge | Integrated Tarmac wedge | Integrated Tarmac wedge | Integrated Tarmac wedge | Integrated Tarmac wedge | Integrated Tarmac wedge |
| Saddle | — | S-Works Power with Mirror | Power Body Geometry Sport, steel rails | Power Body Geometry Sport, steel rails | Power Body Geometry Expert | — | — | Power Body Geometry Pro Mirror |
| Drivetrain | ||||||||
| Bottom bracket | Threaded 68mm bottom bracket | Shimano Dura-Ace, BB-R9100 | Threaded Shimano BB | Threaded Shimano BB | SRAM DUB BSA | Threaded Threaded BB | Threaded Threaded BB | SRAM DUB |
| Front Derailleur | — | Shimano Dura-Ace R950 | Shimano 105, Braze-on | Shimano 105 R7170, braze-on | SRAM NEW Force AXS E1 | — | — | SRAM Force AXS E1 |
| Front Shifter | — | Shimano Dura-Ace R9270 | Shimano 105 | Shimano 105 Di2 R7170, 12-speed | SRAM NEW Force AXS E1 HRD | — | — | SRAM Force AXS E1 HRD |
| Front Chainring | — | Shimano Dura-Ace R900 | — | Shimano 105 R7100 | SRAM NEW Force E1 | — | — | Shimano Ultegra R81000 |
| Back Derailleur | — | Shimano Dura-Ace R9250 | Shimano 105 R7100, -Speed | Shimano 105 Di2 7150 | SRAM NEW Force AXS E1 | — | — | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150, -speed |
| Back Shifter | — | Shimano Dura-Ace R9270 | Shimano 105 | Shimano 105 Di2 R7170, 12-speed | SRAM NEW Force AXS E1 HRD | — | — | SRAM Force AXS E1 HRD |
| Cassette | — | SRAM Red XG-90 | Shimano 105, 12-speed | Shimano 105, 12-speed | SRAM NEW Force XG-70 | — | — | SRAM Force XG-70 E1 |
| Chain | — | Shimano XTR M9100 | Shimano SLX, M7100, -speed | Shimano SLX, M7100, -speed | SRAM NEW Force E1 | — | — | Shimano XT M8100, -speed |
| Crank | — | Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 with 4iiii Precision Pro dual-sided powermeter | Shimano 105, 12-speed | Shimano 105 R7100 | SRAM NEW Force E1 | — | — | Power SRAM Force E1 Meter |
| Wheels | ||||||||
| Front Wheel | — | Roval Rapide CLX III (700c, 12x100mm) | Specialized DT Swiss R470 rim, full sealed bearing thru axle hub (12x100mm) | Specialized DT Swiss R470 rim, full sealed bearing thru axle hub (12x100mm) | Roval C38 (12x100mm) | — | — | Roval Rapide CL III (700c, 12x100 mm) |
| Front Tire | — | S-Works Turbo TLR Race Tire (700c, 28c) | Turbo Pro (700, 26mm) | S-Works Turbo, 120 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection (700x26mm, 26mm) | S-Works Turbo, 120 TPI, BlackBelt protection (700x26mm, 26mm) | — | — | S-Works Turbo TLR Race Tire (700c, 28c) |
| Back Wheel | — | Roval Rapide CLX III (700c, 12x142mm) | Specialized DT Swiss R470 rim, full sealed bearing thru axle hub (12x142mm) | Specialized DT Swiss R470 rim, full sealed bearing thru axle hub (12x142mm) | Roval C38 (12x142mm) | — | — | Roval Rapide CL III (700c, 12x142 mm) |
| Back Tire | — | S-Works Turbo TLR Race Tire (700c, 28c) | Turbo Pro (700, 26mm) | S-Works Turbo, 120 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection (700x26mm, 26mm) | S-Works Turbo, 120 TPI, BlackBelt protection (700x26mm, 26mm) | — | — | S-Works Turbo TLR Race Tire (700c, 28c) |
| Brakes | ||||||||
| Front Brake | — | Shimano Dura-Ace BR-R9270 hydraulic disc | Shimano 105, Hydraulic disc | Shimano 105 Hydraulic Brake | SRAM NEW Force AXS E1, hydraulic disc | — | — | Shimano Ultegra BR-R8170 hydraulic disc |
| Back Brake | — | Shimano Dura-Ace BR-R9270 hydraulic disc | Shimano 105, Hydraulic disc | Shimano 105 Hydraulic Brake | SRAM NEW Force AXS E1, hydraulic disc | — | — | Shimano Ultegra BR-R8170 hydraulic disc |
| Front Disc | — | — | — | — | SRAM Force AXS E1 Rotor | — | — | SRAM Force AXS E1 |
| Back Disc | — | — | — | — | SRAM Force AXS E1 Rotor | — | — | SRAM Force AXS E1 |
Replacement Parts
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Drivetrain
Maintain optimal power transfer with the correct drivetrain components for your Tarmac SL8 Frameset. We recommend adhering to manufacturer standards for best shifting performance, though compatible third-party options exist for upgrades or budget repairs.
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Bottom bracket
Recommended OEM Spec:
Threaded 68mm bottom bracket
Suspension & Bearings
Maintain your Tarmac SL8 Frameset's suspension performance with the correct bearings and service parts. Regular maintenance ensures consistent handling and extends component life.
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Fork
Recommended OEM Spec:
FACT 10r Carbon, flat-mount disc
Cockpit
Customize your Tarmac SL8 Frameset's cockpit with compatible handlebars, stems, and grips. These contact points affect comfort, control, and overall riding experience.
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Seatpost
Recommended OEM Spec:
S-Works Tarmac SL8 seat post, FACT , 15mm offset
Seatpost Clamp
Recommended OEM Spec:
Integrated Tarmac wedge
Stem
Recommended OEM Spec:
Integrated Tarmac stem, 6-degree
Accessories
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Geometry
Frame geometry specifications by size. Compare reach, stack, and other key measurements across available frame sizes.
| Measurement | 44 | 49 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 61 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 366mm | 375mm | 380mm | 384mm | 395mm | 402mm | 408mm |
| Stack | 501mm | 514mm | 527mm | 544mm | 565mm | 591mm | 612mm |
| Stack-to-Reach Ratio | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Top Tube Length | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5° | 71.8° | 72.5° | 73° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 74° |
| Seat Tube Angle (Effective) | 75.5° | 75.5° | 74° | 74° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73° |
| Head Tube Length | 99mm | 109mm | 120mm | 137mm | 157mm | 184mm | 204mm |
| Seat Tube Length | 433mm | 445mm | 456mm | 473mm | 494mm | 515mm | 545mm |
| Chainstay Length | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm |
| Wheelbase | 970mm | 973mm | 975mm | 978mm | 991mm | 1006mm | 1013mm |
| BB Drop | 74mm | 74mm | 74mm | 72mm | 72mm | 72mm | 72mm |
| Standover Height | 723mm | 735mm | 746mm | 768mm | 786mm | 808mm | 834mm |
| Front Center | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |