Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FACT 10r carbon, threaded BB, full internal cable routing, internally integrated seat clamp, 130mm rear spacing
Suspension Fork
S-Works FACT carbon, full monocoque, size-specific taper
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra 6800, 11-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra 6800, 11-speed, braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Ultegra 6800, 11-speed
Cassette
Shimano 105 5800, 11-speed, 11-28t
Crank
Shimano Ultegra Compact, 52/36T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano
Chain
KMC X11, 11-speed
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss R460, QR
Tires
S-Works Turbo, 700x24mm, 220TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra
Cockpit
Stem
3D-forged alloy, 7-degree rise
Handlebar
Specialized Shallow Drop Comp, 6061 double-butted alloy, 125mm drop, 70mm reach, 31.8mm
Seat
Saddle
Toupé Comp Gel, Adaptive Edge design, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Specialized Comp carbon, single bolt
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 49cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm | 64cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.31 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.54 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 270 mm | 270 mm | 272.5 mm | 272.5 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm | 274.5 mm |
| Front Center | 576 mm | 576 mm | 583 mm | 591 mm | 605 mm | 612 mm | 645 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 62 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 53 mm | 50 mm |
| Stack | 501 mm | 523 mm | 540 mm | 561 mm | 588 mm | 609 mm | 633 mm |
| Reach | 383 mm | 383 mm | 384 mm | 392 mm | 399 mm | 405 mm | 412 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 515 mm | 534 mm | 545 mm | 562 mm | 579 mm | 597 mm | 618 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.25 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 431 mm | 462 mm | 481 mm | 501 mm | 522 mm | 553 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72.25 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 190 mm | 210 mm | 235 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 402 mm | 402 mm | 402 mm | 402 mm | 404 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm |
| Wheelbase | 967 mm | 967 mm | 975 mm | 983 mm | 1000 mm | 1010 mm | 1013 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 71 mm | 71 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Standover Height | 727 mm | 752 mm | 772 mm | 792 mm | 823 mm | 847 mm | 847 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Tarmac Comp – Torch Edition is part of the Specialized Tarmac model. Specialized released 279 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized Tarmac bikes models from 2017, here.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Race bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Race bike 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.
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.
Overview of components
Fork material
Tarmac Comp – Torch Edition has a carbon fork, 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
When it comes to wheels, the Tarmac Comp – Torch Edition bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Tarmac Comp – Torch Edition comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.