2021

Specialized Tarmac SL6 Comp

Name: 2021 Specialized Tarmac SL6 Comp
Brand: Specialized

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Colour / Red Tint Fade/White with Gold Pearl, Sky/Blush/Tarmac Black/Dove Grey, Forest Green/Flake Silver

Size / 44cm, 49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm

At a glance

The 2021 Specialized Tarmac SL6 Comp is a General and Endurance carbon road bike. It is priced at $4,000 USD, comes in a range of sizes, including 44cm, 49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm and a shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Specialized's Tarmac SL6 Comp range of road bikes.

- When we developed the Tarmac Disc, we didn’t just want it to be fast. We wanted it to be fast everywhere. Long climbs, windy flats, Grand Tour stages, local fondos—we built a race bike to be the most complete out there. How’d we do it? We started with our Rider-First Engineered frame with a perfectly-tuned ride quality for every size, added in some serious aero tech that makes it 30 seconds faster over 40 kilometers than the Tarmac SL5, and then made it 20% lighter.

Nothing is lighter, faster, and better handling.

This Tarmac comes with a no-fuss spec that includes Shimano Ultegra mechanical shifting and quick-stopping hydraulic disc brakes, durable DT R470 Disc wheels, and our fan-favorite Power saddle.

- For the construction of the Tarmac, we utilized advanced aerospace composite optimization software to revolutionize the construction and layup of our new FACT 9r carbon.

- 500 pieces creating 7 different sizes with the same tuned ride–that’s Rider-First Engineered. We examine every ply of carbon on every frame size to ensure that all of our performance targets come through. To make sure you get the perfect ride, every frame gets a unique layup schedule with different ply arrangements, orientations, quantities of material in specific areas, and sometimes, even exclusive thicknesses and types of carbon itself.

- Aerodynamics is the most important thing we can do to make you faster, but with the Tarmac, we added aero features without any cost to weight. Through development, areas were discovered where we could add aero for free—a new fork shape and dropped seatstays with aero tubes. The result? A Tarmac that’s approximately 30 seconds faster over 40 kilometers.

- The updated geometry is based on countless Retul data points and professional rider input. This enabled us to develop a Performance Road Geometry that perfects the combination of a responsive front-end and short wheelbase, which delivers instantaneous response and optimal power transfer.

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Specifications

Frameset

Frame

Tarmac SL6, FACT 9r carbon, Rider-First Engineered, threaded BB, clean routing, flat-mount disc

Wheels

Hubs

Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, Center Lock disc, alloy freehub body
Wheels

Front: 100 x 12mm thru-axle
Rear: 142 x 12mm thru-axle
Tires

[F] Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700c x 26

Drivetrain

Chain

Shimano Ultegra, 11-speed
Crank

Shimano Ultegra R8000, HollowTech 2, 11-speed
Bottom Bracket

Shimano Threaded BSA BB
Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8000, braze-on
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8000, Shadow Design, 11-speed
Shifters

Shimano Ultegra Disc R8020

Components

Brakeset

Shimano Ultegra R8070, hydraulic disc
Handlebar

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

Body Geometry Power Comp, hollow Cro-Mo rails
Seatpost

S-Works FACT carbon 27.2mm, 20mm offset
Stem

Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
Grips

Supacaz Super Sticky Kush

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FAQ

Q: How much is a 2021 Specialized Tarmac SL6 Comp?

A 2021 Specialized Tarmac SL6 Comp is typically priced around $4,000 USD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.

Q: What size 2021 Specialized Tarmac SL6 Comp should I get?

The 2021 Specialized Tarmac SL6 Comp comes in sizes 44cm, 49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Specialized Tarmac SL6 Comp size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm)	Rider Height (in)	Frame Size
148cm - 158cm	4'10" - 5'2"	XS
158cm - 168cm	5'2" - 5'6"	S
168cm - 178cm	5'6" - 5' 10"	M
178cm - 185cm	5'10" - 6'1"	L
185cm - 193cm	6'1" - 6'4"	XL
193cm - 198cm	6'4" - 6'6"	XXL

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