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Specialized Tarmac SL9 Expert Force AXS Road Bike

Designed to translate maximum rider effort into pure, unadulterated speed, the Specialized Tarmac SL9 Expert Force AXS Road Bike sets a new standard for competitive road performance. Constructed with a light yet exceptionally stiff FACT 10r carbon frame that benefits from Rider-First Engineering and extensive wind-tunnel testing, this race-proven platform balances aerodynamic efficiency with effortless climbing agility. Coming in at a nimble 7.55 kilograms, it delivers precise handling through high-speed turns and explosive power transfer on steep inclines, helping riders cross the finish line faster on real-world race courses.

Wireless Precision and Dynamic Control

Shifting and drivetrain duties are managed by the intuitive SRAM Force AXS E1 12-speed wireless electronic groupset, which provides immediate, crisp gear changes alongside clean aesthetic appeal. Coupled with SRAM Force E1 hydraulic disc brakes, riders experience predictable, powerful stopping force on fast descents and in challenging wet conditions. The wheelset features deep-section Roval C38 carbon tubeless-ready rims wrapped in grippy 700x30 S-Works Turbo tyres, delivering low rolling resistance and outstanding stability across varied tarmac surfaces.

Ergonomic Integration and Endurance Comfort

The front end utilizes a slick Roval Rapide alloy stem paired with Specialized Expert shallow drop alloy handlebars to ensure precise control and efficient aerodynamics without sacrificing fit customization. Long-distance comfort is guaranteed by a Body Geometry Power Expert saddle featuring hollow titanium rails, supported by a vibration-damping S-Works carbon seatpost and grippy Supacaz tape. Perfect for discerning cyclists seeking top-tier wireless tech and proven speed, this complete setup offers third-party buyers a race-ready advantage for grand fondos, criteriums, and fast weekend efforts.

Features
  • Frame: Tarmac SL9 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered, Wind Tunnel Engineered, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flatmount disc, UDH dropout
  • Fork: FACT 12r Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
  • Front Brake: SRAM Force E1, hydraulic disc
  • Rear Brake: SRAM Force E1, hydraulic disc
  • Shift Levers: SRAM Force AXS E1
  • Front Derailleur: SRAM Force AXS E1, braze-on
  • Rear Derailleur: SRAM Force AXS E1, 12-speed
  • Cassette: SRAM Force XG-1270 E1, 12 speed 10-36
  • Chain: SRAM Force E1, Flattop
  • Crankset: SRAM Force E1 Crankset, 48/35t
  • Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB BSA 68
  • Front Wheel: Roval C38, 21mm internal width carbon rim, tubeless ready
  • Rear Wheel: Roval C38, 21mm internal width carbon rim, tubeless ready
  • Tyres: S-Works Turbo, 700x30
  • Inner Tubes: 700x24-34, 60mm presta valve
  • Stem: Roval Rapide, alloy, 4 bolt, -6 degrees
  • Handlebars: Specialized Expert Shallow Drop, alloy, 125mm drop x 75mm reach
  • Tape: Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
  • Saddle: Body Geometry Power Expert, hollow Ti rails
  • Seatpost: S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seat post, FACT Carbon, 15mm offset
  • Seat Binder: Tarmac integrated wedge
  • Weight: 7.55 kg (56cm)
Specifications
Model
Tarmac SL9 Expert Force AXS
Bottom Bracket [Maker]
SRAM
Bottom Bracket Standard
BSA
Brakes [Kind]
Hydraulic Disc
Brakes [Maker]
SRAM
Brakes [Model]
Force E1
Cassette [Gearing]
10-36
Cassette [Maker]
SRAM
Cassette [Model]
Force XG-1270 E1
Chain [Maker]
SRAM
Chain [Model]
Force E1 Flattop
Chainring [Gearing]
48/35
Crank [Maker]
SRAM
Crank [Model]
Force E1
Discipline Compatibility
Road
E-Bike
No
F Hub [Maker]
Roval
Family
Tarmac
FD [Maker]
SRAM
FD [Model]
Force AXS E1
Fenders Mounts
No
Fork [Axle Diameter]
12 mm
Fork [Axle Type]
Thru-Axle
Fork [Brake Type]
Disc
Fork [Maker]
Specialized
Fork [Material]
Carbon
Fork [Model]
FACT 12r
Fork [Wheel Size]
700c
Frame [Hanger Standard]
UDH
Frame [Material]
Carbon
Frame [Tire Clearance]
30c mm
Frameset
No
Gearing [Configuration]
2x
Gearing [Kind]
Conventional
Gender
Unisex
Handlebar [Drop]
125 mm
Handlebar [Kind]
Drop
Handlebar [Maker]
Specialized
Handlebar [Material]
Aluminium
Handlebar [Reach]
75 mm
Handlebar [Shape]
Shallow Drop
Handlebar [Width]
31.8 mm
R Hub [Maker]
Roval
Rack Mounts
No
RD [Maker]
SRAM
RD [Model]
Force AXS E1
Saddle [Maker]
Specialized
Saddle [Material]
Titanium
Seatpost [Maker]
Specialized
Seatpost [Material]
Carbon
Seatpost [Offset]
15 mm
Shifters [Maker]
SRAM
Shifters [Model]
Force AXS E1
Shifting
Electronic
Stem [Angle]
-6 degree
Stem [Maker]
Roval
Stem [Material]
Aluminium
Sub Family
Tarmac SL9
Suspension Configuration
Rigid
Tires [Maker]
Specialized
Tires [Width]
30 mm
Wheels [Configuration]
Front+Rear
Wheels [Kinds]
Tubeless Ready
Wheelset [Inner Width]
21 mm
Wheelset [Maker]
Roval
Wheelset [Material]
Carbon
Wheelset [Model]
C38
Product code
2045754 / 54479565816154
Size Guide
Specialized Aethos Size Guide 2022

All sizes are shown in millimetres unless otherwise stated.

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About Specialized

Innovate or die.

Founded in California in 1974, Specialized began with a simple promise: serious riders deserve serious gear. Half a century later, the brand still funds its own wind tunnel, builds its own carbon, and tests every bike with the world's best so that you ride your own best.

The first production mountain bike. The first cycling-specific shoes. FACT carbon, the Win Tunnel, S-Works. Specialized has a habit of building the things the rest of cycling ends up copying.