Specialized Tarmac SL6 Sport Disc

When we developed the Tarmac Disc, we didn't just want it to be fast. We wanted it to be fast everywhere. Long climbs, windy flats, Grand Tour stages, local fondos—we built a race bike to be the most complete out there. How’d we do it? We started with our Rider-First Engineered™ frame with a perfectly-tuned ride quality for every size, added in some serious aero tech that makes it 30 seconds faster over 40 kilometers than the Tarmac SL5, and then made it 20% lighter. Nothing is lighter, faster, and better handling.

• For the construction of the Tarmac, we utilized advanced aerospace composite optimization software to revolutionize the construction and layup of our new FACT 9r carbon.
• 500 pieces creating 7 different sizes with the same tuned ride–that’s Rider-First Engineered™. We examine every ply of carbon on every frame size to ensure that all of our performance targets come through. To make sure you get the perfect ride, every frame gets a unique layup schedule with different ply arrangements, orientations, quantities of material in specific areas, and sometimes, even exclusive thicknesses and types of carbon itself.
• Aerodynamics is the most important thing we can do to make you faster, but with the Tarmac, we added aero features without any cost to weight. Through development, areas were discovered where we could add aero for free—a new fork shape and dropped seatstays with aero tubes. The result? A Tarmac that’s approximately 30 seconds faster over 40 kilometers.
• The updated the geometry is based on countless Retül data points and professional rider input. This enabled us to develop a Performance Road Geometry that perfects the combination of a responsive front-end and short wheelbase, which delivers instantaneous response and optimal power transfer.

Frame      
Tarmac SL6, FACT 9r carbon, threaded BB, clean routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

Seat Binder   
Specialized Alloy, 30.8mm

Fork     
FACT carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

Handlebars    
Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125mm, 31.8mm clamp

Stem              
Specialized Pro SL, alloy, 4-bolt

Tape              
Roubaix S-Wrap

Saddle           
Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails

SeatPost        
S-Works FACT carbon 27.2mm, 20mm offset

Front Brake                     
Shimano 105, Hydraulic disc

Rear Brake                      
Shimano 105, Hydraulic disc

Shift Levers                
Shimano 105 R7020, hydraulic disc

Front Derailleur          
Shimano 105 R7000, braze-on

Rear Derailleur           
Shimano 105 R7000-GS, medium cage

Cassette                      
Shimano 105 R7000, 11-speed, 11-30t

Crankset                     
Shimano 105 R7000, HollowTech 2, 11-speed

Chainrings                  
50/34T

Bottom Bracket          
Shimano Threaded BSA BB

Chain                         
KMC X11 Extra Lightweight, 11-speed

Front Wheel  
DT Swiss R470 rim, 20mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc

Rear Wheel   
DT Swiss R470 rim, 20mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc

Front Tire     
Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x26mm

Rear Tire       
Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x26mm

Inner Tubes   
Presta, 48mm valve

* Specifications are subject to change without notice

*All measurements in degrees or millimetres

The sizing chart is a great place to start when picking your next bike but everyone will fit a bike a bit differently. Your torso, arm, and leg lengths all play into what size of bike you may need. Plus, there's your own personal preference.

We always recommend swinging by the shop and taking the bike that you're looking for a spin to see how it feels. If you're unable to come by, looking at the geometry of your current bike and comparing it is a good place to start. If you have any further questions, our customer service team is there to help.