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About Specialized Tarmac bikes

The carbon fibre framed Tarmac range is Specialized's competition level road racing bike designed to offer an uncompromisingly stiff ride in a lightweight package. You'll see Tarmac bikes being used by pro's in races like the Tour de France but fortunately you don't have to be a pro to ride one. Tarmac models are primarily about speed and efficiency and models higher up the range are equipped with the latest lightweight, high performance components available. With advancements from previous S-Works models trickeling down each year Tarmac model typically borrow technologies from pro team-level bikes from a year or two ago. Specialized's aluminium framed Allez range is a much cheaper alternative range of race inspired bikes perfect for aspiring racers. Alternatively Specialized's carbon framed Roubaix range offers a much greater balance of comfort and speed with models at very similar price points to bikes in the Tarmac range.

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Specialized says

Whether it's winning the Tour de France or a local crit, the next generation of Tarmac the SL4 was born to race, with head-snapping acceleration and razor-sharp handling. The S-Works model features our lightest and stiffest frame ever, plus super light Dura Ace components and Roval Fus e SLX wheels: no wonder it's the go-to bike for pros on Saxo Bank-SunGard and Astana.

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About this bike

Type	Road / Racing
Gender/Age	Men
Production years	2012-2013
RRP	£6,200.00
Sizes	49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61cm (Frame size guide)
Colours	Flo Red/White
Frame type	Rigid
Frame material	Carbon Fibre
Frame description	S-Works SL4 FACT 11r, FACT IS construction, compact race design, 1-3/8" lower bearing, carbon OSBB
Gears	20
Wheel Size	700c

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Specialized was founded with the mission statement "To give everyone the best ride of their life". Countless bikes and 30 years later, that statement has evolved into this "To give everyone the best ride of their life".

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Specifications

Braking

Brake Caliper Front	Shimano Dura-Ace
Brake Caliper Rear	Shimano Dura-Ace
Brake Levers	Shimano Dura-Ace STI, Flight Deck compatible

Drive

Bottom Bracket	OS integrated, ceramic bearings
Cassette (Rear Cogs)	Shimano Dura-Ace, 10-speed, 11-25t
Chain	Shimano Dura-Ace
Chainring(s)	53/39
Crank	S-Works FACT carbon
Pedals	Nylon flat test ride, loose ball, w/ reflectors

Frame

Forks	S-Works FACT carbon, full monocoque, OS race for 1-3/8" bearing

Gearing

Derailleur Front	Shimano Dura-Ace
Derailleur Rear	Shimano Dura-Ace
Gears	20
Shifter(s)	Shimano Dura-Ace STI, Flight Deck compatible, 10-speed

General

Extras	Carbon chainstay protector, derailleur hanger, clear coat, owners manual
Handlebar	S-Works Tarmac carbon, short drop
Headset	1-1/8" upper and 1-3/8" lower Cr-Mo cartridge bearings, w/ 8mm carbon cone spacer and 20mm of carbon spacers
Saddle	Body Geometry Romin Pro, carbon rails
Seat Post	S-Works FACT carbon, 27.2mm
Seat Release / Collar	Forged alloy,Ti bolt and nut, 32.6mm
Stem	New S-Works ProSet Stem, 7050 3D forged with carbon-clip front cap/cone, 4-degree shim, CNC head bolts
Tape	Specialized S-Works wrap

Wheels

Inner Tubes	Super Light Turbo, 60mm, presta
Tire Front	S-Works Turbo w/ BlackBelt protection, 220 TPI, aramid bead, 700x23c
Tire Rear	S-Works Turbo w/ BlackBelt protection, 220 TPI, aramid bead, 700x23c
Wheel Front	Roval Fusee SLX
Wheel Rear	Roval Fusee SLX
Wheel Size	700c

UK warranty

Specialized bicycles carry a lifetime warranty on the frame; this warranty is not extendable to or transferable from the original owner. Front forks, FSR frame stays and all other components are covered by the UK s statutory 2-year warranty. Specialized own branded suspension units carry a 5 year limited warranty; this warranty is void if regular servicing is not carried out.

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