Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL9 (Gloss Carbon/Gloss White) (54cm) (FACT 12r Carbon) (Shimano Dura-Ace Di2)

Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL9 Description:

The Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL9 is designed to deliver speed without any compromises. Using Flow State Design, the engineers at Specialized optimized the layup of the FACT 12r carbon fibers to deliver a stiff and very strong frame that is also remarkably light weight, coming in at only 687 grams for a size 56cm. Never resting on their laurels, Specialized reduced the size of the head tube, dropped the downtube and revised its shape, and added a Wind-Fin to the seat tube to produce a significant reduction in aerodynamic drag compared to the Tarmac SL8. Even the fork has received considerable attention, with a revised crown that matches up with the down tube, wider spacing between the legs, slightly inward twist to the fork blades, and extra cross sectional width all do their part to improve the aerodynamic efficiency of the bike. All of this wizardry adds up to a bike that will reduce the effort needed to achieve elevated rates of speed and shave off precious seconds from a race time.

Keeping with the theme of performance without compromises, this wonderful frame and fork are adorned with top shelf components. A Shimano Dura Ace Di2 9200 series electronically shifting drivetrain delivers very precise shifting and a broad gear range that ensures this bike is ready for anything including criteriums, fast paced lunch time rides, and flying up hilly terrain. The crankset also includes a 4iii Precision Pro Dual-Sided power meter so the rider can keep track of their training progress and diagnose area’s for improvement in their power stroke. Powerful Shimano Dura Ace 9270 hydraulic disc brakes are called upon to slow the bike down, and the levers are adjustable and easily modulated so even tired hands can control the bike. Trick Roval Rapide CLX III carbon fiber wheels, complete with ARRIS composite/ti spokes and Sinc ceramic bearings, are shod in supple and grippy Cotton tubeless ready tires to provide an aerodynamic package that is very stable in cross winds, easily accelerates up to speed, and delivers incredible rider comfort over rougher roads. Completing this unbelievable bike build are an integrated Roval Rapide handlebar/stem combo, a S-Works Rapide Carbon Seatpost, and a very comfortable S-Works Power saddle w/ Mirror technology, providing the rider all the tools they need to be the fastest that they can be.

Features:

• Latest evolution of the Tarmac line of bikes takes aerodynamics, comfort, and performance to a whole new level
• Using Flow State Design, the shapes of the frame tubes better disperse the load/stresses and allows material to be removed without any detriment to the stiffness or ride quality, resulting in a comfortable and lively frame that only weighs 687 grams for a size 56cm
• 4mm slimmer “Speed Sniffer” headtube reduces frontal area by 10% for a more slippery leading edge
• Sculpted Wind-Fin seat tube with a slightly wider cross section than the Tarmac SL8 improves the speed of the airflow around the seat tube and seat stay junction
• Dropped downtube has a revamped aero profile for a smoother transition with the crown of the fork
• Tarmac SL9 FACT 12r carbon fork has a wider spacing and twisted, slightly inward turned fork blades, plus extra cross sectional width to more effectively guide high energy airflow from the front wheel around the fork blades and past the downtube junction
• Shimano Dura Ace Di2 R9200 series drivetrain provides rapid and incredibly precise shifting with a light touch on the shift paddle
• Shimano Dura Ace 9270 hydraulic disc brakes provide excellent power and are very easy to modulate for confident speed control in any conditions
• Crankset is equipped with a 4iii Precision Pro Dual-Sided power meter that delivers data that can be used to help a rider improve their pedaling efficiency and power output
• Roval Rapide integrated carbon fiber cockpit combines the stem and handlebar together to produce an excellent blend of aerodynamics, comfort, and control
• Roval Rapide CLX III wheels carbon wheels feature great aerodynamics and crosswind stability, and are filled with ARRIS Straight Pull Composite/Ti Aero Spokes and Sinc ceramic ball bearings to deliver very low rolling resistance, confident handling, and explosive acceleration
• Cotton tubeless ready tires are a blend of traditional tire construction and materials with advanced manufacturing processes that produces a phenomenal blend of comfort, low rolling resistance, and performance
• S-Works Rapide FACT carbon seatpost has an aggressively bladed top section that improves the rate of airflow going between the riders legs
• Featherlight S-Works Power saddle with Mirror 3D-printed technology delivers excellent support and relieves pressure on soft tissues for dramatically less numbness and discomfort

Specifications:

• Frame: Tarmac SL9 FACT 12r Carbon (Wind Tunnel & Rider First Engineered) (Threaded Bottom Bracket) (Flat Mount Disc) (UDH Dropout/Hanger) (12 x 142mm) (Thru-Axle)
• Fork: Tarmac SL9 FACT 12r Carbon (Offset Steerer Tube) (Flat Mount Disc) (12 x 100mm) (Thru-Axle)
• Headset: Ceramic Speed SLT Ceramic Bearings
• Handlebar: Roval Rapide Cockpit (Integrated Bar/Stem)
• Bar Tape: Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
• Stem: Specialized Rapide Cockpit (Integrated Bar/Stem)
• Shift Levers: Shimano Dura Ace Di2 ST-R9250 (Hydraulic Brake)
• Brakes: Shimano Dura Ace BR-R9270 (Hydraulic Disc) (Flat Mount)
• Front Derailleur: Shimano Di2 FD-R9250 (Braze-On)
• Rear Derailleur: Shimano Dura Ace Di2 RD-R9250 (12-Speed)
• Crankset: Shimano Dura Ace FC-R9200 (52/36T) (w/ 4iii Precision Pro Dual-Sided Power Meter)
• Bottom Bracket: Ceramic Speed BB Alpha (For 24mm Spindle) (Threaded BSA) (68mm)
• Cassette: Shimano Dura Ace CS-R9200 (11-34T) (12 Speed)
• Chain: Shimano Dura-Ace/XTR CH-M9100 (12 Speed)
• Pedals: Sold Separately
• Saddle: S-Works Power w/Mirror (Carbon Fiber Rails)
• Seatpost: S-Works Rapide Carbon Seatpost (FACT Carbon) (15mm Offset)
• Front Wheel: Roval Rapide CLX III (21mm Internal Width) (51mm Depth) (Tubeless Ready) (Roval Low Flange 18 Front Hub) (Sinc Ceramic Bearings) (Roval by ARRIS Composite/Ti Aero Spokes) (12 x 100mm) (18H)
• Rear Wheel: Roval Rapide CLX III (21mm Internal Width) (48.5mm Depth) (Tubeless Ready) (Roval Low Flange 19 Rear Hub) (Sinc Ceramic Bearings) (Roval by ARRIS Composite/Ti Aero Spokes) (12 x 142mm) (24H)
• Tires: Cotton (Folding Bead) (Tubeless Ready) (700 x 30mm)
• Color: Gloss Carbon/Gloss White
• Weight: 14lbs, 8.8oz (56cm)