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Tarmac SL6 Comp

4.9

8 Reviews

When we developed the Tarmac Disc, we didn't just want it to be fast. We wanted it…

Product Details

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.

This Tarmac comes with a no-fuss spec that includes Shimano Ultegra mechanical shifting and quick-stopping hydraulic disc brakes, durable DT R470 Disc wheels, and our fan-favorite Power saddle.

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.

Technical Specifications

BRAKES

Front Brake

Shimano Ultegra, Hydraulic disc

Rear Brake

Shimano Ultegra, Hydraulic disc

COCKPIT

Handlebars

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

Stem

Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise

Tape

Supacaz Super Sticky Kush

Saddle

Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails

SeatPost

S-Works FACT carbon 27.2mm, 20mm offset

Seat Binder

Collar for carbon frames

DRIVETRAIN

Shift Levers

Shimano Ultegra Disc R8020

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8000, braze-on

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8000, Shadow Design, 11-speed

Chain

Shimano Ultegra, 11-speed

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra R8000, 11-speed, 11-30t

Crankset

Shimano Ultegra R8000, HollowTech 2, 11-speed

Bottom Bracket

Shimano Threaded BSA BB

WHEELS & TIRES

Front Wheel

DT Swiss R470 rim, 20mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples.

Rear Wheel

DT Swiss R470 rim, 20mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, alloy freehub body, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples.

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

Suspension

Fork

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

FRAMESET

Frame

Tarmac SL6, FACT 9r carbon, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, clean routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colourway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Geometry

	44	49	52	54	56	58	61
Crank Length	165mm	165mm	170mm	172.5mm	172.5mm	175mm	175mm
Handlebar Width	360mm	380mm	400mm	420mm	420mm	440mm	440mm
Stem Length	70mm	80mm	90mm	100mm	100mm	110mm	110mm
Saddle Width	155mm	155mm	155mm	143mm	143mm	143mm	143mm
Seatpost Length	300mm	300mm	350mm	350mm	350mm	400mm	400mm
Stack	500mm	514mm	527mm	544mm	565mm	591mm	612mm
Reach	365mm	375mm	380mm	384mm	395mm	402mm	408mm
Head Tube Length	105mm	115mm	126mm	143mm	163mm	190mm	210mm
Head Tube Angle	70.5°	71.75°	72.5°	73°	73.5°	73.5°	74°
BB Height	266mm	266mm	266mm	268mm	268mm	268mm	268mm
BB Drop	74mm	74mm	74mm	72mm	72mm	72mm	72mm
Trail	71mm	63mm	58mm	58mm	55mm	55mm	52mm
Fork Length, Full	363mm	363mm	363mm	363mm	363mm	363mm	363mm
Fork Rake/Offset	47mm	47mm	47mm	44mm	44mm	44mm	44mm
Front Center	571mm	574mm	577mm	579mm	591mm	606mm	613mm
Chainstay Length	410mm	410mm	410mm	410mm	410mm	410mm	410mm
Wheelbase	969mm	973mm	975mm	978mm	990mm	1005mm	1012mm
Top Tube Length, Horizontal	493mm	511mm	535mm	544mm	566mm	581mm	599mm
Bike Standover Height	730mm	740mm	755mm	775mm	795mm	826mm	850mm
Seat Tube Length	435mm	451mm	481mm	499mm	519mm	540mm	570mm
Seat Tube Angle	76°	75.5°	74°	74°	73.5°	73.5°	73°

Manual Downloads

2019 Rider/Bike Weight Limits and Terrain Conditions

Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (All Languages)

Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Chinese Simplified)

Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (English)

Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Japanese)

SPECIALIZED STEM ACCESSORY MOUNT

2021 Tarmac SL7 User Manual

Tarmac SL6 Disc User Manual

Rider Reviews

4.9

8 Reviews

07/05/2023

Several Steps Up!

I upgraded to this from a 17 year old Specialized Allay Pro hybrid . On my first ride into work, (10 miles), I noticed a smoother ride, better shifting and a decrease in overall travel time of 90 seconds! The roads here in Humboldt County can be quite rough, and the new frame geometry of the seat tube, combined with the seat post design definitely absorbs this better than my old frame. It feels stiffer and more responsive on the steep hills. The previous owner of this bike upgraded the wheels to Bontrager Aeolus Carbon, with a 29c profile tubeless tire (SES) on 80lb pressure. The wider tires should do better on the gravel sections in the mountains here.

Would Recommend?: Yes!

Name:: Daniel

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11/21/2022

REATTIVA E SICURA

Con la SL6 ho fatto un salto di qualità. Mi piace la sua linea, ben guidabile, reattiva in salita e in discesa, mantiene bene la velocità. Con i freni a disco mi sono trovato subito pur non avendoli mai avuti prima. Ottimo rapporto qualità/prezzo, è l'ideale per chi come me vuole una bici senza tanti fronzoli ma dalle buone qualità. Il resto lo fanno le gambe !

Name:: Maurizio

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05/18/2022

Es comoda, rapida y no pesa

La estoy probando recien me la dieron y fui a darle una vuelta al Lago mas cercano a la ciudad

Name:: SAUL

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02/19/2022

Great

Sehr wendig, leicht, perfekt verarbeitet und gut ausgestattet…. und besonders schön 🤩

Name:: Jochen

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11/11/2021

Stomp and Go!!

Love the bike! It accelerates rapidly, descends like on rails! A genuine high performance bike, a joy to ride and a quality build by S. The stock tires are a real surprise, they are good tires that will last a good while. The saddle is a revelation, after fighting with saddles for the past 30 years - this one fits and is comfortable. The front end is really rigid, the Super-Caz tape is a great tape but doesn't have enough cushioning when on this small diameter handlebar - that's my one complaint. So hard on the front end you could lose grip on a pothole, perhaps that's a bit harsh, but it is pretty unforgiving - next expense is a carbon handlebar. Love the Red to Black fade, it's an awesome shade of red. There are way too many black bikes out there - c'mon man! We all know they are carbon fibre!! It's an expensive bike, particularly in Covid times, but your buying a lot with Specialized and I'm happy to be in the club.

Would Recommend?: Yes!

Name:: Patrick

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01/04/2021

Excellent

Excellent meme si le 52/36 sera un peu difficile pour les non grimpeurs comme moi.

Verified Buyer

Name:: Franck

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01/04/2021

Excellent

Excellent meme si le 52/36 sera un peu difficile pour les non grimpeurs comme moi.

Name:: Franck

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10/08/2020

ottima bici

per giri in pianura e montagna

Name:: Gabriele

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