The new Tarmac is designed to go fast, there's no if's, and's, or but's about that—but it represents so much more than just aerodynamic prowess. With a lightweight, Rider-First Engineered™ frame, it delivers the best-possible ride characteristics, no matter the size. So no matter what you have planned for your new Tarmac, it's ready to help you achieve your goals—PRs, KOMs, or podium top-steps. One bike to rule them all.With the new Shimano 105 Mechanical 12-speed group, along with fast-rolling Turbo Pro 700x26mm tires, this new Tarmac delivers performance at a more accessible price point.
While aerodynamics were paramount to the Tarmac’s development, weight was the co-pilot in this optimal race bike journey. The Tarmac keeps it at or below the UCI weight limit out of the box, with no sacrifices to aerodynamics. The FACT 9r frame weighs just 1010 grams, without giving up a gram of aero, stiffness, or ride quality.
Using our Rider-First Engineered™ philosophy, the Tarmac is the most balanced, best-handling version yet. With input from the world’s best test riders, we fine-tuned the ride quality to ensure comfort on even the longest days without sacrificing its legendary handling and race-winning snappiness.
Building on the Venge’s success, the new Tarmac features simple integration, creating a clean, fast cockpit that’s easy to live with. We’ve improved the routing for any configuration—mechanical shifting, traditional stems, round bars—while maintaining its aerodynamic attributes. This also makes the Tarmac easy to work on and travel with. It’s a win-win.
Key Features and Benefits:
- Rider-First Engineered™ Frame: Lightweight and stiff, delivering the best-possible ride characteristics, regardless of size.
- Shimano 105 Mechanical 12-Speed: Smooth and reliable mechanical shifting for optimal performance.
- Race-Ready Aerodynamics: FACT 9r carbon frame with minimal drag and no weight penalty, keeping it UCI legal and ready for high performance.
- Comfort and Control: Balanced handling with a focus on comfort, ensuring performance without sacrificing ride quality.
- Clean Cockpit: Simple integration for improved aerodynamics and ease of maintenance, with routing for mechanical or electronic setups.
Full Specification:
- Frame: Tarmac SL7 FACT 9r Carbon, Rider-First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
- Fork: FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
- Shift Levers: Shimano 105, 12-speed Mechanical
- Chainrings: 50/34T
- Crankset: Shimano 105, 12-speed, Hollowtech 2
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105, 12-speed Mechanical
- Front Derailleur: Shimano 105, Braze-on
- Chain: Shimano SLX, M7100, 12-speed
- Bottom Bracket: Shimano Threaded BSA BB
- Cassette: Shimano 105, 12-speed, 11-34t
- Brakes: Shimano 105, Hydraulic disc, 160mm front rotor, 140mm rear rotor
- Front Wheel: DT R470 Disc
- Rear Wheel: DT R470 Disc
- Front Tire: Turbo Pro, 700x26
- Rear Tire: Turbo Pro, 700x26
- Handlebars: Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125mm, 31.8mm clamp
- Saddle: Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
- Seatpost: 2021 S-Works Tarmac Carbon seat post, FACT Carbon, 20mm offset
- Stem: Tarmac integrated stem, 6-degree
- Seat Binder: Tarmac integrated wedge
- Weight: 8.25kg (18 lb, 3 oz)