Specialized Tarmac SL9 Comp Shimano 105 Di2 Bicycle

Specialized Tarmac SL9 Comp: Performance and Technology for Road Racing

The Specialized Tarmac SL9 Comp is a carbon road bike designed to offer a high combination of lightness, aerodynamics, stiffness, and steering precision. The Tarmac SL9 platform was created with the goal of transforming rider energy into speed, combining the characteristics needed to effectively tackle both climbs and flat, fast sections.

The Tarmac SL9 FACT 10r Carbon frame, developed according to Rider First Engineered and Win Tunnel Engineered principles, offers an optimized structure to ensure balanced performance across different sizes.

The equipment includes the Shimano 105 Di2 12-speed electronic groupset, Shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes, and DT Swiss R470 Disc tubeless ready wheels. The result is a setup designed for road cycling and for those seeking a high-performance and versatile bike.

Key Features

• Use: Road racing

• Frame: FACT 10r Carbon

• Wheels: DT R470 Disc

• Cockpit: Alloy handlebar and Roval Rapide stem

• Groupset: Shimano 105 Di2

• Weight: 8.21 kg

Technical Specifications

Frame

• Frame: Tarmac SL9 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered, Win Tunnel Engineered, threaded bottom bracket, 12x142 mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc brake, UDH dropout

Suspension

• Fork: FACT 12r Carbon, 12x100 mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc brake

Brakes

• Front Brake: Shimano 105 BR-R7170, hydraulic disc brake

• Rear Brake: Shimano 105 BR-R7170, hydraulic disc brake

Groupset

• Shifters: Shimano 105 Di2 R7170, 12-speed, hydraulic disc brake

• Front Derailleur: Shimano 105 R7170, braze-on

• Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105 Di2 R7150, 12-speed

• Cassette: Shimano 105 CS-R7100, 12-speed, 11-34 teeth

• Crankset: Shimano 105 FC-R7100, 12-speed, 52/36 teeth

• Bottom Bracket: Shimano Threaded BSA BB

• Chain: Shimano SLX CN-M7100, 12-speed

Wheels and Tires

• Front Wheel: DT Swiss R470, 20mm inner rim width, tubeless ready, 24-hole, Specialized hub with fully sealed bearings and thru-axle, Center Lock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples.

• Rear Wheel: DT Swiss R470, 20mm inner rim width, tubeless ready, 24-hole, Specialized hub with fully sealed bearings and thru-axle, Center Lock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples.

• Front Tire: S-Works Turbo, 700x30

• Rear Tire: S-Works Turbo, 700x30

• Inner Tubes: 700x28-38 mm, 48 mm Presta valve

Cockpit

• Handlebar: Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125 mm, 31.8 mm clamp

• Stem: Roval Rapide, alloy, 4-bolt, -6°

• Handlebar Tape: Supacaz Super Sticky Kush

• Saddle: Body Geometry Power Comp, chrome alloy rails

• Seatpost: S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon Seat Post, FACT Carbon, 15 mm offset

• Seat Binder: Tarmac Integrated Wedge

Product Details

• Identifier: 293528

• Weight: 8.21 kg (18 lb, 1.6 oz)

• Weighted Size: 56

Please Note

Technical specifications may change without prior notice based on component availability.
Product images are for illustrative purposes only and may not perfectly reflect the described features.

A Tarmac Designed for Speed

The Specialized Tarmac SL9 Comp Shimano 105 Di2 combines a FACT 10r carbon frame with a Shimano 105 Di2 12-speed electronic groupset, hydraulic disc brakes, and DT Swiss R470 tubeless ready wheels.

With a claimed weight of 8.21 kg in size 56, it is a road bike designed to offer a balance of performance, control, and versatility, ideal for tackling various types of road courses.

Do you want to receive your bike ready for use? Don't forget to add the bike assembly service at the time of purchase! Discover all the details here: Francesconi bike assembly

A Complete Guide to Bike Sizes

Foreword: Not all bike sizes are the same

Each type of bike has a specific frame and often uses a different size scale. For example, a road bike with a 54cm frame might be considered a medium size by one brand, but a large by another.

Bicycle adjustment margins

Some types of bikes, like gravel bikes, offer a wide range of adjustments, adapting to different body types. Other models, however, have limitations in this regard. This is an important aspect to consider.

How to use size charts

We've created a simple guide to help you find the right bike size:

1. Check out our size charts for each bike type.
2. Learn more with specific tips to help you make the right choice.

Size Charts: Find Your Perfect Bike

Gravel and road bikes

Sizes are based on the length of the top tube (in cm), which determines the reach of the bike.

For gravel, measurements may vary slightly due to different geometries, but remain similar.

Mountain bike

MTBs are measured in inches, based on the seat tube.

Sizes also vary depending on the type of MTB: full-suspension , hardtail or fat bike .

Children's bikes

The size depends on the size of the wheels, often associated with age:

What to do with half measures?

If you are between two sizes:

• Comfort : Choose the larger size.
• Performance : Go for the smaller size.

Final tips for choosing

1. Consult the manufacturer's instructions : Always check the brand's guidelines.
2. Ask an expert : a specialized workshop can help you choose based on your height, ideal reach and goals.
3. Test the bike : If possible, test the model you intend to purchase.