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Tarmac SL8 Frameset 2025
Description
The Tarmac SL8 isn’t just a race bike; it’s a culmination of aerodynamics, lightweight design, and unparalleled ride quality that redefines what’s possible. Over two decades of evolution and eight generations have led to this: not just the fastest Tarmac ever, but the world’s fastest race bike. Aerodynamics and lightweight alone aren’t enough to secure victory; it’s about pure speed. The Tarmac SL8 integrates aerodynamics, lightweight construction, stiffness, and compliance into a seamless package that dominates real-world race scenarios. It’s proven to be 16.6 seconds faster over 40km, 128 seconds ahead in Milan San Remo, and 20 seconds quicker up the Tourmalet climb.
Aero isn’t just a superficial add-on with the Tarmac SL8; it’s meticulously engineered into every aspect. The Speed Sniffer nose cone and redesigned head tube reduce drag, making it our most aerodynamic road bike ever, surpassing even the Venge. At a mere 685 grams, the frame is 15% lighter than its predecessor and sets a new standard for UCI compliance. Combined with enhanced stiffness and a compliant ride, thanks to Rider-First Engineering, the Tarmac SL8 offers unmatched handling and comfort. It’s a bike that doesn’t just go fast; it redefines the riding experience, setting a new benchmark for race bikes in terms of performance and adaptability.
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- Frameset: 2025 Model Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing, 68mm Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc. 780g frame
- Fork: FACT 10r Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
- Seatpost: S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seat post, FACT Carbon, 15mm offset
- Stem: Tarmac integrated stem, 6-degree
- Seat Binder: Tarmac integrated wedge
- Weight: 1.71kg (3 lb, 12.3 oz)- Size 56cm- Complete Frameset
- Available in multiple colors, sizes 44cm-61cm
Geometry
Size | 44cm | 49cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 59cm | 61cm |
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Wheel Size | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Stack | 491mm | 504mm | 517mm | 534mm | 555mm | 581mm | 568mm | 602mm |
Reach | 369mm | 378mm | 383mm | 387mm | 398mm | 405mm | 413mm | 411mm |
Head Angle | 70.5° | 71.75° | 72.5° | 73° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73° | 73° |
Seat Angle | 75.5° | 75.5° | 74° | 74° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73° |
Top Tube Length | 496mm | 509mm | 531mm | 541mm | 563mm | 577mm | 587mm | 595mm |
Head Tube Length | 93mm | 102mm | 113mm | 131mm | 151mm | 178mm | 163mm | 198mm |
Standover | 723mm | 735mm | 746mm | 768mm | 786mm | 808mm | 809mm | 834mm |
Fork Trail | 71mm | 63mm | 58mm | 58mm | 55mm | 55mm | 55mm | 52mm |
Fork Offset | 47mm | 47mm | 47mm | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm |
Bottom Bracket Drop | 74mm | 74mm | 74mm | 72mm | 72mm | 72mm | 72mm | 72mm |
Front Center | 572mm | 574mm | 577mm | 579mm | 592mm | 606mm | 610mm | 613mm |
Wheelbase | 970mm | 973mm | 975mm | 978mm | 991mm | 1006mm | 1009mm | 1013mm |
Chainstay Length | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm |