Specialized

S-Works Tarmac SL8 Frameset

Nothing is faster than the Specialized Tarmac SL8 thanks to a unique blend of aerodynamics, lightweight construction, and ride quality once thought impossible. After eight generations and over two decades of development, it's more than the fastest Tarmac ever - it''s the fastest race bike in the world.

AERO IN EVERYTHING: The Tarmac SL8 puts aero where it matters most - the leading edge. Its new "Speed Sniffer" nose cone moves the steer tube back, sharpening the head tube profile for lower drag. The narrowest, most aerodynamic seatpost Specialized has ever made keeps airflow clean around the rider''s legs. The result: the most aerodynamic Tarmac to date, faster even than the Venge.

MINIMUM WEIGHT, MAXIMUM AERO: At just 685 grams, the frame is 15% lighter than the SL7 while remaining fully aero. Lessons from the Aethos allowed engineers to make the down tube, seat tube, and rear triangle incredibly efficient, eliminating excess carbon layers without compromising stiffness. The result is a bike that easily builds to UCI minimum weight with a complete aero setup.

GOES LIKE HELL, RIDES LIKE HEAVEN: With a 33% improvement in stiffness-to-weight over the SL7, the Tarmac SL8 offers unmatched handling, responsiveness, and comfort. It''s stiffer at the pedals, more precise at the bars, and more compliant in the saddle, delivering a smooth ride that floats over rough roads. Rider-First Engineering ensures every frame size provides the same extraordinary ride quality. With proven race geometry and 32 mm tire clearance, the SL8 balances speed with versatility.

BEYOND GENDER: Rider differences go beyond gender, so the Tarmac SL8 is designed to fit all cyclists equally. Every rider benefits from its speed, handling, and comfort - no arbitrary male or female designations.

Key Features

• Premium FACT 12r carbon frame, 685 g (size 56, painted)
• "Speed Sniffer" nose cone for maximum aerodynamic advantage
• Narrow aero seatpost and optimized tube shaping
• Rider-First Engineered stiffness and compliance
• Proven Tarmac geometry with 32 mm tire clearance
• 68 mm threaded bottom bracket
• Flat-mount disc brakes
• S-Works Tarmac SL8 frameset ready for custom builds