Specialized Men’s Tarmac Expert 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
4,000$
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
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
49cm
155cm - 163cm
52cm
161cm - 169cm
54cm
166cm - 175cm
56cm
172cm - 181cm
58cm
178cm - 186cm
61cm
183cm - 191cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized Tarmac SL6, FACT 10r carbon, Rider-First Engineered™, OSBB, clean routing, internally integrated seat clamp, 130mm rear spacing
Suspension Fork
S-Works FACT carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra 8000, 11-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra 8000, braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Ultegra 8000, 11-speed
Cassette
Shimano Ultegra 8000,11-speed, 11-30t
Crank
Shimano Ultegra R8000, 52/36T
Bottom Bracket
Praxis BB30 w/ Shimano conversion adaptor
Chain
Shimano Ultegra, 11-speed
Pedals
Nylon, 105x78x28mm, loose balls w/ reflectors
Wheels
Rims
Roval SLX 24 Rims, DT Swiss 350 hubs, DT Swiss Competition spokes, 24h
Tires
S-Works Turbo, 120 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x26mm
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra 8010 direct mount
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Pro SL, alloy, 4-bolt
Handlebar
Specialized Expert Shallow Drop, alloy, 123x75mm
Seat
Saddle
Toupe Expert Gel, 143mm, hollow titanium rails, Adaptive Edge
Seatpost
S-Works FACT Carbon Tarmac seatpost, 20mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 49cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.37 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 266 mm | 266 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm |
| Front Center | 574 mm | 577 mm | 579 mm | 591 mm | 606 mm | 613 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 47 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 63 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 52 mm |
| Stack | 511 mm | 524 mm | 541 mm | 562 mm | 588 mm | 609 mm |
| Reach | 372 mm | 377 mm | 381 mm | 392 mm | 399 mm | 405 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 505 mm | 528 mm | 537 mm | 559 mm | 574 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 431 mm | 462 mm | 481 mm | 501 mm | 522 mm | 553 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.75 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 126 mm | 143 mm | 163 mm | 190 mm | 210 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 402 mm | 402 mm | 402 mm | 402 mm | 404 mm | 407 mm |
| Wheelbase | 965 mm | 967 mm | 970 mm | 982 mm | 999 mm | 1009 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 74 mm | 74 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Standover Height | 737 mm | 752 mm | 772 mm | 792 mm | 823 mm | 847 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 161 cm | 166 cm | 172 cm | 178 cm | 183 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 163 cm | 169 cm | 175 cm | 181 cm | 186 cm | 191 cm |
Model Overview
Men’s Tarmac Expert belongs to the Specialized Tarmac model. 279 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Tarmac bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Specialized Men’s Tarmac 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1600$. On the other hand, Specialized Men’s S-Works Tarmac Ultralight 2018, is the most expensive and costs 10000$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Race bikes
If you want an acceptable Race bike you should know that the average price is 3350$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Race bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Specialized Men’s Tarmac Expert price was 4000$. Comparing this to the average Race bike price, we see that the price is 19.4% higher.
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.
Men’s Tarmac Expert components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels size
The Men’s Tarmac Expert 2018 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Men’s Tarmac Expert has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
There are 6 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 155 cm – 191 cm (5.09 ft – 6.27 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.