Specialized Tarmac SL8 Pro – Ultegra Di2 2024
2024 Road
Estimate price |
8,500$
Weight | 7.16 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra Di2 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 12 Electronic -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Suspension Fork
FACT 10r Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150, 12-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150, braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170, hydraulic disc
Cassette
Shimano Ultegra, 12-speed, 11-30t
Crank
Shimano Ultegra R8100 with 4iiii power meter, 52/36T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Threaded BSA
Chain
Shimano Ultegra, 12-speed
Wheels
Rims
Front: Roval Rapide CL II, 21mm internal width carbon rim tubeless ready, Win Tunnel Engineered, DT for Roval 350 hub, DT Swiss Revolution spokes, 51mm depth, Rear: Roval Rapide CL II, 21mm internal width carbon rim tubeless ready, Win Tunnel Engineered, DT for Roval 350 hub, DT Swiss Revolution spokes, 60mm depth
Tires
Front: S-Works Turbo, 2BR, 700x26mm, Rear: S-Works Turbo, 2BR, 700x26mm
Brakes
Brakes
Front: Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170, hydraulic disc, Rear: Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170, hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Tarmac integrated stem, 6-degree
Handlebar
Roval Rapide Handlebar, carbon
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Power Pro, hollow titanium rails
Seatpost
S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seat post, FACT Carbon, 15mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 44cm | 49cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.37 mm | 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 | 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 | 500 mm | 513 mm | 526 mm | 543 mm | 564 mm | 590 mm | 611 mm |
| Reach | 365 mm | 374 mm | 379 mm | 383 mm | 394 mm | 401 mm | 407 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 495 mm | 508 mm | 530 mm | 540 mm | 562 mm | 576 mm | 594 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 433 mm | 445 mm | 456 mm | 473 mm | 494 mm | 515 mm | 545 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71.75 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 99 mm | 109 mm | 120 mm | 137 mm | 157 mm | 184 mm | 204 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 409 mm | 409 mm | 409 mm | 409 mm | 409 mm | 409 mm | 409 mm |
| Wheelbase | 969 mm | 972 mm | 974 mm | 977 mm | 990 mm | 1005 mm | 1012 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 74 mm | 74 mm | 74 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Standover Height | 722 mm | 734 mm | 745 mm | 767 mm | 785 mm | 807 mm | 833 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Tarmac SL8 Pro – Ultegra Di2 is part of the Specialized Tarmac model. There are 279 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Specialized Tarmac bikes models from 2024, here.
Model range prices
Specialized Tarmac SL7 Sport – Shimano 105 2024 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 3500$. Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8 – SRAM Red eTap AXS 2024 on the other hand costs 14000$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
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$. However, even though the average price of a Race bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 8500$. If we compare this with the average Race bike cost we notice that the price is 153.73% more expensive.
Average weight for Race bikes
The average weight for Race bikes is 6.72 kg (14.82 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Tarmac SL8 Pro – Ultegra Di2 weighs 7.16 kg (15.79 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 6.55% heavier than 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 SL8 Pro – Ultegra Di2 components
Fork material
Tarmac SL8 Pro – Ultegra Di2 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 leaving the production line, the Tarmac SL8 Pro – Ultegra Di2 model has 700c carbon wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Tarmac SL8 Pro – Ultegra Di2 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.