Whether it's winning the Tour de France or a city-limit sprint, Tarmac is made for racing, with its powerful acceleration and razor-sharp handling. The Elite features Shimano 105 components plus DT Axis 3.0 wheels, keeping the performance and durability up and the cost down.
- FACT IS 8r carbon frame with tapered head tube and elliptical seatstays is race-ready stiff and fast without sacrificing compliance
- The monocoque FACT carbon fork is light, stiff, and compliant with a tapered steerer
- Specialized Turbo Elite 100 TPI, offers BlackBelt protection for a tough tyre that still offers low rolling resistance, great traction, and light weight to allow for quick climps and fast descents
- Adjustable 4-position oversized alloy stem with carbon-clip front cone plus 31.8mm bar clamp for strength and versatile positioning
- Specialized Comp FACT carbon seatpost absorbs road vibrations and is stiff and efficient; paired with ultra-light and stiff BG Toupe Sport saddle with Cr-Mo rails
- Smooth, precise Shimano 105 STI shifters are renowned for their race-ready performance and exceptional value
Frame: Specialized FACT 8r carbon, FACT IS construction, compact race design, 1-1/2" lower bearing, threaded BB
Fork: Specialized FACT carbon, full monocoque, OS race for 1-1/2" bearing
Bottom Bracket: OS integrated, sealed bearings
Brakes: Shimano 105
Cassette: Shimano Tiagra, 10-speed, 11-28
Chain: Shimano Tiagra 10-speed
Chainset: FSA Gossamer Pro
Front Derailleur: Shimano 105
Handlebar Tape: Specialized S-Wrap, w/ gel
Handlebar: Specialized Tarmac Comp, alloy, deep bend
Headset: 1-1/8" upper and 1-1/2" lower Cr-Mo cartridge bearings integrated w/ headset, 20mm cone spacer, w/ 20mm of spacers
Pedals: Nylon flat test ride, loose ball, w/ reflectors
Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105
Saddle: BodyGeometry Toupé Sport, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm
Seatpost: Specialized Comp, FACT carbon, 27.2mm
Seat Binder: Forged alloy, 32.6mm
Shifters: Shimano 105 STI
Stem: Specialized Comp-Set 6061 alloy, cone head bolt, 12-degree, 4-degree shim, 31.8mm
Tyres: Specialized Turbo Elite, BlackBelt, 100TPI, aramid bead, 700x23c
Tubes: Lightweight, presta
Wheels: DT Axis 3.0
Technical Specification
Built, Checked, Tuned and Tested
All our bikes are fully built, checked, tuned and tested by our Cytech qualified mechanics and then securely packaged, ready for delivery. All you have to do is add the pedals (if included), attach the handlebars to the stem and tighten them following the included detailed instructions or by watching our video and using the provided FREE tools. Visit our Bike Assembly page to see how you assemble your new bike once you receive it.
All bikes collected from our shop, are built, tested and ready to ride. For hassle-free home delivery and bike set-up from a qualified mechanic use our Premier Delivery Service.
Please note, occasionally, manufacturers may change the specification without notice. Bicycles do not come with pedals unless otherwise specified. Bikes ordered for delivery will not arrive with the pedals installed, please refer to the owners manual and pedal installation guides provided for guidance. We do not install accessories to bikes, including mudguards. Bikes ordered for delivery that have tubeless compatible tyres and rims will arrive with inner tubes installed or with tubeless valves installed, this will be brand dependent. Sealant is available to be purchased separately.
If you require any assistance please contact our Customer Care team.
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