Specialized Tarmac SL9 Expert Bicycle

The Specialized Tarmac SL9 Expert is made for those looking for an uncompromising road bike, designed to convert every watt produced by the rider into speed. It is a bike designed for road competitions, where lightness, aerodynamics, stiffness, steering precision, and acceleration capabilities make all the difference.

One Bike To Rule Them All

The Tarmac SL9 is built on the fastest racing platform ever created by Specialized. Its strength is not a single feature, but the integration of lightness, aerodynamics, and handling in one bicycle.

The Tarmac SL9 was developed and tested on real race courses, real terrains, and with real riders, with the goal of reducing the time to reach the finish line as much as possible.

Every element of the bike has been designed to offer high performance when speed is the priority: from the FACT 10r Carbon frame to the Shimano Ultegra Di2 12-speed electronic drivetrain, up to the Roval C38 carbon wheels and 700x30 S-Works Turbo tires.

Key Features

• Usage: Road Racing
• Frame: FACT 10r Carbon
• Fork: FACT 12r Carbon
• Wheels: Roval C38
• Cockpit: Alloy handlebars and Roval Rapide stem
• Drivetrain: Shimano Ultegra Di2 12-speed
• Brakes: Shimano Ultegra BR-8170, hydraulic disc
• Crankset: Shimano Ultegra R8100 52/36T
• Cassette: Shimano Ultegra CS-R8100 11-34T
• Tires: S-Works Turbo 700x30
• Weight: 7.53 kg

Technical Specifications

Tarmac SL9 FACT 10r Frame

The Tarmac SL9 FACT 10r Carbon frame uses Rider First Engineered technology, developed to ensure consistent ride characteristics and performance across different sizes.

The Win Tunnel Engineered design, on the other hand, contributes to the bike's aerodynamic optimization.

The frame features:

• Tarmac SL9 FACT 10r Carbon
• Rider First Engineered
• Win Tunnel Engineered
• Threaded bottom bracket
• Threaded BB
• 12x142 mm rear thru-axle
• Flat-mount disc brake mount
• UDH dropout

The frame is therefore designed to combine race performance, steering precision, and a modern configuration for high-performance road bikes.

FACT 12r Carbon Fork

The FACT 12r Carbon fork contributes to weight reduction and precise front-end handling.

Specifications:

• Material: FACT Carbon
• Thru-axle: 12x100 mm
• Brake mount: flat-mount disc

Shimano Ultegra Di2 12-speed Drivetrain

The Tarmac SL9 Expert is equipped with a Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic drivetrain, ideal for competitive use and for those who want fast, precise, and consistent shifting.

Shifters

• Shimano Ultegra Di2 ST-R8170
• Hydraulic disc

Front Derailleur

• Shimano Ultegra Di2 FD-R8150
• Braze-on

Rear Derailleur

• Shimano Ultegra Di2 RD-R8150
• 12-speed

Cassette

• Shimano Ultegra CS-R8100
• 12-speed
• 11-34T

Crankset

• Shimano Ultegra R8100
• 52/36T

Bottom Bracket

• Shimano Threaded BSA BB

Chain

• Shimano XT CN-M8100
• 12-speed

Shimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc Brakes

The Tarmac SL9 Expert uses a Shimano Ultegra hydraulic disc braking system, designed to offer high braking power, modulation, and control even on descents and in the most demanding race situations.

Front Brake

• Shimano Ultegra BR-8170
• Hydraulic disc

Rear Brake

• Shimano Ultegra BR-8170
• Hydraulic disc

Roval C38 Carbon Wheels

The Tarmac SL9 Expert is equipped with Roval C38 wheels, featuring carbon rims and tubeless-ready capability.

Front Wheel

• Roval C38
• Carbon rim
• 21 mm internal width
• Tubeless ready

Rear Wheel

• Roval C38
• Carbon rim
• 21 mm internal width
• Tubeless ready

The configuration offers a good balance between lightness, stiffness, and aerodynamic performance, making it suitable for both fast rides and competitive use.

S-Works Turbo Tires

The bike features S-Works Turbo tires in the 700x30 size, a configuration designed to offer high rolling efficiency while maintaining comfort and control.

Front Tire

• S-Works Turbo
• 700x30

Rear Tire

• S-Works Turbo
• 700x30

Inner Tubes

• 700x24-34
• Presta valve
• 60 mm

Cockpit

Handlebars

• Specialized Expert Shallow Drop
• Material: alloy
• 125 mm drop x 75 mm reach

Stem

• Roval Rapide
• Material: alloy
• 4 bolt
• -6 degrees

The combination of Specialized Expert Shallow Drop handlebars and Roval Rapide stem creates a performance-oriented cockpit, suitable for the typical road bike position.

Handlebar Tape

• Supacaz Super Sticky Kush

Saddle and Seatpost

Saddle

• Body Geometry Power Expert
• Hollow Ti rails

Seatpost

• S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seat post
• FACT Carbon
• 15 mm offset

Seat Clamp

• Tarmac integrated wedge

Please Note

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

Specialized Tarmac SL9 Expert: a road bike designed to win

The Specialized Tarmac SL9 Expert is a carbon road bike designed for cyclists who demand high performance in every situation. The FACT 10r frame, FACT 12r fork, Shimano Ultegra Di2 12-speed electronic drivetrain, Ultegra hydraulic disc brakes, and Roval C38 carbon wheels form a complete and competition-oriented package.

With a claimed weight of 7.53 kg in size 56, the Tarmac SL9 Expert combines lightness and performance with a modern and complete configuration, ideal for road races, gran fondos, high-intensity training, and performance-oriented road cycling.

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.