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Tarmac SL7 Comp - Rival eTap AXS

4.7

19 Reviews

The new Tarmac is designed to go fast, there's no if's, and's, or but's about that—but…

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The new Tarmac is designed to go fast, there's no if's, and's, or but's about that—but it represents so much more than just aerodynamic prowess. With a light-weight, Rider-First Engineered™ frame, it delivers the best-possible ride characteristics, no matter the size. So no matter what you have planned for your new Tarmac, its ready to help you achieve your goals—PRs, KOMs, or podium top-steps. One bike to rule them all.

With the new SRAM Rival eTap AXS 12-speed group to bring wireless shifting to the masses, along wtih some fast rolling tires in the Turbo Pro 700x26mm tires, this new Tarmac delivers performance at a more palatable price point.

  • While aerodynamics were paramount to the Tarmac’s development, and to the development of all of our race bikes, weight was the co-pilot on this optimal race bike journey. Previously “aero bikes” always compromised in the weight department—the more drag you reduced, the more weight you gained. With the new Tarmac, our design philosophy was to keep it at, or below, the UCI weight limit out of the box, with no sacrifices to aerodynamics. And with the help of the FreeFoil Shape Library, tools like isotopic FEA analysis, and some engineering wizardry by the best engineers in the industry, we delivered a frame that weighs a mere 920 grams, without giving up a gram of aero, stiffness or ride quality.
  • Continuing our quest to develop the perfect race bike, we used our Rider-First Engineered™ philosophy to ensure that the new Tarmac is the most balanced, best handling Tarmac yet—no matter the size. With an army of the world’s best test riders from our three World Tour Teams — Boels-Dolmans, Deceuninck-Quick-Step, and Bora-hansgrohe — we made changes to the Tarmac based on their thousands of kilometers on the road. We balanced the ride quality between the front and rear end, so even the longest days in the saddle continue to be comfortable—all without giving up anything to the Tarmac’s legendary handling and race-winning snappiness.
  • Building on the learnings from the Venge, the new Tarmac utilizes simple integration to create a clean, fast cockpit that’s easy to live with. We’ve improved the routing for any configuration — mechanical shifting, traditional stems, round bars, etc. — all while keeping its aerodynamic attributes. These same traits also make the new Tarmac easy to work on and easy to travel with. It’s a win-win.

Technical Specifications

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Frameset

Frame

Tarmac SL7 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

Suspension

Fork

FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

Cockpit

Handlebars

Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125mm, 31.8mm clamp

Stem

Tarmac integrated stem, 6-degree

Tape

Supacaz Super Sticky Kush

Saddle

Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails

SeatPost

2021 S-Works Tarmac Carbon seat post, FACT Carbon, 20mm offset

Seat Binder

Tarmac integrated wedge

Brakes

Rear Brake

SRAM Rival, hydraulic disc

Front Brake

SRAM Rival, hydraulic disc

Drivetrain

Shift Levers

SRAM ED RIV ETAP AXS D1 SJD REAR/RT F20

Front Derailleur

SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, braze-on

Rear Derailleur

SRAM RD RIVAL ETAP AXS D1 MAX 36T

Cassette

SRAM CS XG 1250 D1 10-36

Crankset

SRAM FC RIVAL D1 DUB XXX 4835

Chainrings

48/35T

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB BSA 68

Chain

SRAM CN RIVAL D1 12S 110 LINK

Wheels & Tires

Front Wheel

WH-DT R470 DISC XD-R

Rear Wheel

WH-DT R470 DISC XD-R

Front Tire

Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x26mm

Rear Tire

Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x26mm

Inner Tubes

Presta, 48mm valve

* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colorway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Geometry

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44495254565861
Crank Length165mm165mm170mm172.5mm172.5mm175mm175mm
Handlebar Width360mm380mm400mm420mm420mm440mm440mm
Stem Length70mm80mm90mm100mm100mm110mm110mm
Saddle Width155mm155mm155mm143mm143mm143mm143mm
Seatpost Length300mm300mm300mm380mm380mm380mm380mm
Head Tube Length93mm102mm113mm131mm151mm178mm198mm
BB Height266mm266mm266mm268mm268mm268mm268mm
Fork Rake/Offset47mm47mm47mm44mm44mm44mm44mm
Head Tube Angle70.5°71.75°72.5°73°73.5°73.5°74°
BB Drop74mm74mm74mm72mm72mm72mm72mm
Fork Length, Full366mm366mm366mm366mm366mm366mm366mm
Trail71mm63mm58mm58mm55mm55mm52mm
Seat Tube Angle75.5°75.5°74°74°73.5°73.5°73°
Front Center572mm574mm577mm579mm592mm606mm613mm
Chainstay Length410mm410mm410mm410mm410mm410mm410mm
Bike Standover Height723mm735mm746mm768mm786mm808mm834mm
Wheelbase970mm973mm975mm978mm991mm1006mm1013mm
Seat Tube Length435mm447mm458mm475mm496mm517mm547mm
Top Tube Length, Horizontal496mm509mm531mm541mm563mm577mm595mm
Stack to Stem509mm522mm535mm552mm573mm599mm620mm
Reach to Stem363mm372mm377mm381mm393mm400mm406mm
Frame Stack491mm504mm517mm534mm555mm581mm602mm
Frame Reach369mm378mm383mm387mm398mm405mm411mm
Geometry

Manual Downloads

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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (All Languages)
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2022 Rider/Bike Weight Limits and Terrain Conditions
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2021 TARMAC SL7 - USER MANUAL - SWEDISH
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2021 TARMAC SL7 - USER MANUAL - CHINESE SIMPLIFIED
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SPECIALIZED STEM ACCESSORY MOUNT
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2021 Tarmac SL7 User Manual
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Trainer Usage Addendum to the Bicycle Owner's Manual
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Rider Reviews

4.7

19 Reviews

 

Really stunning bike for the $$

This was an upgrade from my previous SL3 which had no major issues over something like 30K miles. Due to this my first stop for a new bike was Specialized and I held out for a new SL7 as the integrated cables and headset was important to me if I was going to get a new bike. This is my first electronic shifting road bike and I will never go back. Just seamless and easy every time with no issues 1 year in. I got the teal tint paint job and it is really different than the images in a good way. When the sun hits it you can see all the carbon joints, production marks, but in the shadows it almost looks matte black. Really great upgrade at a very reasonable price.


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Daniel

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Love the bike, not so much the assembly service

This is a great bike and I love the Tarmac SL7 design. But there’s an assembly issue with the breaks. I paid for specialized delivery which includes assembly and delivery. After a couple of rides I noticed the break pads are rubbing against the break disc rotors. It’s seems like the break calipers weren’t assembled correctly and nobody at the shop aligned them. That’s for front and rear breaks. And I have I noticed this on other people’s brand new SL7s too. This is not acceptable for this kind of bike. Make sure to check the breaks at the time of delivery.


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Erik

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Great bike overall

The bike feels and ride spectacular.Best frame set that I’ve ridden, stiff and responsive. Rival group set is known for its good value for money, truly wireless and reliable even if a bit heavy. Wheels are a let down on the spec side considering the price tag. Upgraded to zipp 303 and tubeless tyres.


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Javier

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Great Bike

Shopped around for a while looking for an upgrade. Could not be happier with this bike. Shipping to local dealer was easy and they went above and beyond putting it together. It rides great. Love the look of it too.

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Yes!

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Andrew

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Unbelievable feel

Back to riding after thirteen years and three knee surgeries and I couldn’t be happier! Reviewed and looked around all winter and it came down to the SL7 in the exact color scheme I was looking for. Extremely happy with my first ride it was like the bike wanted to take off without me; a lot has changed since I rode last, wheels feel light and fast and as I said I’m coming back from a long break and I am more than happy with where I landed!

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Yes!

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Jesse B.

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beware of fork/frame color match on white model

Great bike. Far to expensive to have alloy wheels which need to be upgraded but it is a great frame and rival works well-although front derailleur stopped working after 4 months… After one year fork has become a sort of yellowy cream and frame remains original color. I’ve noticed this on at least two others so its not just mine. Pity for an expensive bike. Spoils the sleek look a lot

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john

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Truly amazing bike, rides great

Truly amazing bike, rides great and the white color finish has a nice sparkle to it! Will be upgrading the components little by little!

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Yes!

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Adrian A.

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I love the new frame

I love the new frame nimbleness and stiffness, 28mm tire capability and disc brakes, non of which my old bike had. with the relatively low cost comp configuration I also upgraded the wheels which is pretty common. I got a great deals on a new alpinist cl wheelset and s-works shallow drop bars and total weight is 17 lbs. The bike of fun and fast.

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Yes!

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Charles B.

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SL7 Comp

Just got this bike and threw on some 404 Firecrests on it with GP 5000 tubeless rubber. Wow... what a dream. Would highly recommend it.

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Jorge

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I both the bicycle on

I both the bicycle on the site and shipped to the bicycle shop. The process to order the bicycle was relatively easy. If you never built a bike or don't have the time..., well, that is the best way to do it plus you warrantee to receive a dialed-in bicycle.. The bicycle is sexy, the bicycle is fast, and responsive when you apply power to the pedals. I upgraded from a 2017 allez spring 49cm on a shimano 105 to the SL7 comp. The electronic shifting is crisp and easy to adapt to. If you wonder about the weight, the total weight with the assioma duo power meter and “S- works bottle cages was 8.49 Kg. Currently waiting on my Roval C38 wheels on tubeless. She will look even better.

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Guest G.

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Sram rival is as smooth

Sram rival is as smooth as red and the sl7 comp is superb

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Yes!

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Guest G.

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Love My New SL7 Comp!

Love My New SL7 Comp!

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Yes!

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Guest G.

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Best bang for your buck

I went for the white SL7 Comp, and I don't regret anything. Never been one for white bikes but the white/black contrast looks incredibly good and the paint glistens in the sun. The bike is super fast and with a wheel upgrade there really isn't much else to worry about. I put the new Rapide CLX II wheels on here and have been smashing many local KOM's. The Rival AXS shifting somehow feels faster than Red and Force... Try it out and you'll see what I mean.

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Yes!

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Jericho

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Budget Super Bike

The bike is fast. Stock rims work great. However, upgrade to some deep dish carbon tubeless and this Bike shines.

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Kyle

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SL7 Comp

Awsome bike realy love it with 48/35 10/36 casette it is very versatile the etap is very fun !!! It is good on all type of road . My first Specialized and the next is probably Specialized

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Yes!

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Simeon

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Awesome Bike

I recently bought the Tarmac SL7 to replace a 15 year old Giant TCR Advanced. The nice things about the Tarmac is the frame, the 12 gearing and 36 cassette and the wireless components. Great configuration for a great price.

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Yes!

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Gale

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Outstanding bike

First time with a Carbon frame and I definitely love it! Really responsive and just an all around great bike. No complaints about it at all.

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Yes!

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Keith

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Beautiful Ride

My first proper road bike after being a Gravel rider - This bike is a dream! Definitely upgrade the wheels and look to upgrade the crank + cassette to force or red to save some weight :)

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Yes!

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Chase

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Quick. but also with its drawbacks.

The bike is great. responsive and carries speed well. It is, however quite heavy due to the groupset and the stock tires give quite a harsh ride. Overall I am satisfied after setting it up tubeless and the bike would be perfect with some upgrades.


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Owen

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