Description
Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL9 RED AXS Road Bike
The all-new S-Works Tarmac SL9 RED AXS Road Bike is officially the fastest road bike ever made—a purebred race machine engineered to turn your every effort into maximum velocity and dominate British roads. If your goal is to smash your personal bests on iconic climbs, conquer the local club run, or step onto the top step of the podium, this bike is your ultimate weapon. Featuring an ultra-lightweight FACT 12r carbon frame, cutting-edge aerodynamics, and a premium SRAM RED AXS drivetrain, the Tarmac SL9 leaves absolutely no room for compromise.
Unmatched Real-World Speed and Lowest Time to Finish
While other bike brands obsess over static wind tunnel data, the Tarmac SL9 is designed for the unpredictable, gritty conditions of real-world riding. It delivers the lowest real-world Time to Finish of any road bike in history. Whether you are battling blustery headwinds, navigating technical corners, or sprinting for the finish line, its performance has been validated across real race courses with real riders. It does not just feel faster—it objectively gets you across the line ahead of the competition.
Featherweight FACT 12r Carbon Frame
Weight-weenies and hill-climb specialists alike will marvel at the engineering of the S-Works Tarmac SL9. At the heart of the build is the revolutionary FACT 12r carbon frame, tipping the scales at an astonishingly svelte 687 grams. With the complete bike weighing in at a mere 6.6 kg, you get a machine that defies gravity on steep gradients without sacrificing the structural stiffness needed for explosive accelerations and precise, razor-sharp handling on technical descents.
Seamless Integration and Premium Components
Every single component on the Tarmac SL9 has been curated to cheat the wind and maximise your efficiency. The Roval Rapide Integrated cockpit completely cleans up the front end for unparalleled aerodynamic gains, while the ultra-fast Roval Rapide CLX III wheels slice through crosswinds with ease. Paired with the flawless, wireless shifting of the flagship SRAM RED AXS electronic drivetrain, this bike offers a seamless connection between rider and road, ensuring every watt is converted into pure speed.
Technical Specification
| Frame | S-Works Tarmac SL9 FACT 12r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Ceramic Speed SLT headset bearings, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flatmount disc, UDH dropout |
| Fork | S-Works FACT 12r Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc |
| Front Brake | SRAM RED E1, hydraulic disc |
| Rear Brake | SRAM RED E1, hydraulic disc |
| Shift Levers | SRAM RED AXS E1, hydraulic disc |
| Front Derailleur | SRAM RED AXS E1, braze-on |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM RED AXS E1, 12-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM RED XG-1290 E1, 12-speed, 10-36t |
| Chain | SRAM RED E1 |
| Crankset | SRAM RED AXS E1 with Quarq Power Meter, 50/37 |
| Bottom Bracket | Ceramic Speed BB Alpha, BSA DUB |
| Tyres | Cotton TLR, 700x30 |
| Front Wheel | Roval Rapide CLX 3, Tubeless, 21mm internal width carbon rim, 51mm depth, Win Tunnel Engineered, Roval LF18F 18H hub with Sinc Ceramic Bearings, Roval by ARRIS Composite Aero Spoke with Ti end fittings |
| Rear Wheel | Roval Rapide CLX 3, Tubeless, 21mm internal width carbon rim, 48.5mm depth, Win Tunnel Engineered, Roval LF19-R 24H hub with Sinc Ceramic Bearings, Roval by ARRIS Composite Aero Spoke with Ti end fittings |
| Inner Tubes | 700x25-35mm, 65mm Presta valve, TPU tube |
| Handlebars | Roval Rapide Cockpit, Integrated Bar/Stem |
| Tape | Supacaz Super Sticky Kush |
| Saddle | S-Works Power with Mirror |
| Seatpost | S-Works Aero seat post, FACT Carbon, 15mm offset |
| Seat Binder | Tarmac integrated wedge |
| Weight | 6.6 kg (56cm) |
Built, Checked, Tuned and Tested
All our bikes are fully built, checked, tuned and tested by our Cytech qualified mechanics and then securely packaged, ready for delivery. All you have to do is add the pedals (if included), attach the handlebars to the stem and tighten them following the included detailed instructions or by watching our video and using the provided FREE tools. Visit our Bike Assembly page to see how you assemble your new bike once you receive it.
All bikes collected from our shop, are built, tested and ready to ride. For hassle-free home delivery and bike set-up from a qualified mechanic use our Premier Delivery Service.
Please note, occasionally, manufacturers may change the specification without notice. Bicycles do not come with pedals unless otherwise specified. Bikes ordered for delivery will not arrive with the pedals installed, please refer to the owners manual and pedal installation guides provided for guidance. We do not install accessories to bikes, including mudguards. Bikes ordered for delivery that have tubeless compatible tyres and rims will arrive with inner tubes installed or with tubeless valves installed, this will be brand dependent. Sealant is available to be purchased separately.
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