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Specialized says

Built for competitive road riding the Tarmac delivers pure performance, speed and handling. The Expert features FACT 8R Carbon frame, Shimano Ultegra components and Ultegra SL wheels.

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About this bike

Type	Road / Racing
Gender/Age	Men
Production years	2009-2010
RRP	£2,153.00
Sizes	49 cm, 52 cm, 54 cm, 56 cm, 58 cm, 61 cm (Frame size guide)
Colours	Carbon / Red
Frame type	Rigid
Frame material	Carbon fibre
Frame description	Specialized FACT 8r carbon, triple monocoque construction, compact race design
Gears	20
Wheel Size	700

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Specifications

Braking

Brake Caliper Front	Shimano Ultegra SL
Brake Caliper Rear	Shimano Ultegra SL
Brake Levers	Shimano Ultegra SL, 10-speed STI, flight deck compatible

Drive

Bottom Bracket	Shimano Ultegra SL, Hollowtech II
Cassette (Rear Cogs)	Shimano Ultegra, 10-speed, 12-27t
Chain	Shimano Ultegra, 10-speed
Chainring(s)	53 x 39t
Crank	Shimano Ultegra SL
Pedals	Silver cage, black body, w/ toe clip and strap

Gearing

Derailleur Front	Shimano Ultegra SL, braze-on clamp
Derailleur Rear	Shimano Ultegra SL, short cage
Gears	20
Shifter(s)	Shimano Ultegra SL, 10-speed STI, flight deck compatible

General

Extras	Chain stay protector, chain catcher, derailleur hanger, clear coat, owners manual
Handlebar	Specialized Pro, 2014 alloy, short-drop, ergonomic shaping, 31.8mm
Headset	Specialized Campy Style, 1.5" lower bearing, integrated threadless, stainless steel sealed cartridge bearings, 8mm carbon cone w/ one 10mm and two 5mm carbon spacers
Rigid Forks	Specialized Expert FACT carbon, monocoque construction, OS race for 1.5" bearing, full carbon legs, crown and steerer
Saddle	Body Geometry Toup , super light foam, carbon reinforced base, Cr-Mo rails
Seat Post	Specialized Pro SL, FACT carbon w/ Zertz insert, 27.2mm
Seat Release / Collar	Specialized CNC alloy, 32.6mm
Stem	Specialized Pro-Set, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt 31.8mm bar clamp, 4- position adjustable
Tape	Body Geometry Bar Phat, cork ribbon w/ 2.5mm gel padding

Wheels

Hub Front	Shimano Ultegra SL, QR
Hub Rear	Shimano Ultegra SL, alloy cassette, QR
Inner Tubes	Specialized standard presta tube
Rims	Shimano Ultegra SL
Spokes	Stainless bladed
Tire Front	Specialized Mondo Pro, 700x23c, aramid bead, 120TPI, Flak Jacket
Tire Rear	Specialized Mondo Pro, 700x23c, aramid bead, 120TPI, Flak Jacket
Wheel Size	700

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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