Specialized Tarmac SL7 Comp – Rival eTap AXS 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Rival AXS, RED AXS
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 2 × 12 Electronic
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Tarmac SL7 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Suspension Fork
FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM RD RIVAL ETAP AXS D1 MAX 36T
Front Derailleur
SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, braze-on
Shift Levers
SRAM ED RIV ETAP AXS D1 SJD REAR/RT F20
Cassette
SRAM CS XG 1250 D1 10-36
Crank
SRAM FC RIVAL D1 DUB XXX 4835, 48/35T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB BSA 68
Chain
SRAM CN RIVAL D1 12S 110 LINK
Wheels
Rims
Front: WH-DT R470 DISC XD-R, Rear: WH-DT R470 DISC XD-R
Tires
Front: Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x26mm, Rear: Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x26mm
Brakes
Brakes
Front: SRAM Rival, hydraulic disc, Rear: SRAM Rival, hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Tarmac integrated stem, 6-degree
Handlebar
Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125mm, 31.8mm clamp
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Seatpost
2021 S-Works Tarmac Carbon seat post, FACT Carbon, 20mm offset
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 44cm | 49cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.33 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.46 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm |
| Front Center | 572 mm | 574 mm | 577 mm | 579 mm | 592 mm | 606 mm | 613 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 71 mm | 63 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 52 mm |
| Stack | 492 mm | 505 mm | 518 mm | 535 mm | 556 mm | 582 mm | 603 mm |
| Reach | 370 mm | 379 mm | 384 mm | 388 mm | 399 mm | 406 mm | 412 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 497 mm | 510 mm | 532 mm | 542 mm | 564 mm | 578 mm | 596 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 435 mm | 447 mm | 458 mm | 475 mm | 496 mm | 517 mm | 547 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71.75 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 93 mm | 102 mm | 113 mm | 131 mm | 151 mm | 178 mm | 198 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 411 mm | 411 mm | 411 mm | 411 mm | 411 mm | 411 mm | 411 mm |
| Wheelbase | 971 mm | 974 mm | 976 mm | 979 mm | 992 mm | 1007 mm | 1014 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 74 mm | 74 mm | 74 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Standover Height | 724 mm | 736 mm | 747 mm | 769 mm | 787 mm | 809 mm | 835 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Tarmac SL7 Comp – Rival eTap AXS is a Specialized Tarmac model. There are 279 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Tarmac SL6 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2700$. Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL7 – Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 2023 on the other hand costs 14250$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Race bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Race bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3350$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Race bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Specialized released this model in 2023, its price was 5500$. In conclusion, this bike price is 64.18% more expensive than the price of the average Race bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Tarmac SL7 Comp – Rival eTap AXS components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Specialized Tarmac SL7 Comp – Rival eTap AXS 2023, has a 700c aluminum model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Specialized Tarmac SL7 Comp – Rival eTap AXS has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
