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In our comparison, not currently a pick
Specialized Tarmac SL8 Comp AXS
Carbon · SRAM Rival AXS 12-speed · hydraulic disc · 7.77 kg
Buy at Bike-ComponentsWhere it stands
In stock in XXS, S and XL · price read 08:34 today · unchanged since the last check
Where it stands
Priced below the market rate for its equipment, but another bike in its price range is priced further below it in the sizes where both are in stock. That is the only reason it is not the pick.
Our pick · €3,000 – €3,500
- Cube Agree C:62 Race 2026 at fahrrad.de€3,499EUR 209 more expensive, Ultegra Di2 instead of Rival AXS, good carbon rather than decent aluminium wheels, includes a power meter.
What you get
- Frame
- Carbon Specialized Tarmac SL8
- Drivetrain
- SRAM Rival AXS, 12-speed, electronic
- Wheels
- Aluminium, decent aluminium DT Swiss R 470
- Brakes
- Hydraulic disc
- Weight
- 7.77 kg as published
- Power meter
- No
- Wheel size
- 28"
- Tyres
- S-Works Turbo, 700 x 26C
Compromises
Nothing stands out against the price in what the shop publishes.
Your size
What Bike-Components lists, and what it has today
This brand publishes no centimetre equivalence we can verify, so the bike appears only when you pick a letter size.
Where to buy
Bike-Components is the only one of the 22 shops we check that sells this bike.
Price so far
Between €2,960 and €3,290 across 24 checks since 3 Sept; now €3,290, its highest we have seen.
- Currently at the highest price we have seen for this listing.
- Bike-Components states an RRP of €4,199 (22% off). That is the shop's claim; we rank on today's price, never on the discount.
Every check
| Checked | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| 03/09/2026, 12:52:49 | €2,990 | in stock |
| 03/09/2026, 16:11:20 | €2,990 | in stock |
| 04/09/2026, 06:46:20 | €2,990 | in stock |
| 04/09/2026, 11:26:00 | €2,990 | in stock |
| 04/09/2026, 16:08:43 | €2,960 | in stock |
| 04/09/2026, 22:49:45 | €2,960 | in stock |
| 05/09/2026, 07:07:34 | €2,960 | in stock |
| 05/09/2026, 15:28:02 | €2,960 | in stock |
| 06/09/2026, 07:42:52 | €2,960 | in stock |
| 07/09/2026, 08:48:55 | €2,960 | in stock |
| 08/09/2026, 08:10:27 | €2,960 | in stock |
| 09/09/2026, 11:33:17 | €2,960 | in stock |
| 10/09/2026, 08:08:55 | €2,960 | in stock |
| 11/09/2026, 08:15:23 | €2,960 | in stock |
| 12/09/2026, 08:13:56 | €3,290 | in stock |
| 13/09/2026, 08:10:00 | €3,290 | in stock |
| 14/09/2026, 08:07:15 | €3,290 | in stock |
| 15/09/2026, 08:13:02 | €3,290 | in stock |
| 16/09/2026, 08:08:30 | €3,290 | in stock |
| 16/09/2026, 12:16:56 | €3,290 | in stock |
| 16/09/2026, 21:59:25 | €3,290 | in stock |
| 17/09/2026, 08:41:23 | €3,290 | in stock |
| 18/09/2026, 08:35:24 | €3,290 | in stock |
| 19/09/2026, 08:34:48 | €3,290 | in stock |
How sure we are
We read 7 of 7 key facts off Bike-Components's page. Anything we could not read is scored below the cheapest option, so a gap never flatters a bike.
Read 08:34 today. The full audit trail shows the source text behind every fact. Report a mistake
Full specification as published by Bike-Components
| Brake Type | disc |
|---|---|
| Application | Road |
| Frame material | Carbon |
| Fork material | Carbon |
| Gender | Women's, Men´s |
| Seatpost diameter | Aero form |
| Brakes | SRAM Rival AXS, hydraulic |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB BSA |
| Pedals | without |
| Frame | Specialized Tarmac SL8 |
| Shift/Brake Lever | SRAM Rival AXS |
| Cassette | SRAM Rival AXS, 10-36 T, 12-speed |
| Chain | SRAM Rival |
| Crankset | SRAM Rival, 35-48 Teeth |
| Rear Wheel Tyre | S-Works Turbo, 700 x 26C |
| Front Wheel Tyre | S-Works Turbo, 700 x 26C |
| Seatpost | Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8, Carbon, Setback: 15 mm |
| Saddle | Specialized Body Geometry Power Sport with Steel Rails |
| Derailleur | SRAM Rival AXS |
| Front Derailleur | SRAM Rival AXS |
| Max. Disc Brake Size Rear | 160 mm |
| Max Tire Size Rear | 32-622 (700 x 32C) |
| Weight Limit | 109 kg |
| Max. Fork Length | 370 mm |
| Max. Disc Brake Size Front | 160 mm |
| Max. Chainring Size | 2x 48-55T |
| Chainring Count Compatibility | 1x, 2x |
| Max Tire Size Front | 32-622 (700 x 32C) |
| Wheel size | 28" |
| Crank Arm Length | 165,0 mm | 170,0 mm | 175,0 mm |
| Fork Offset | 47 mm | 44 mm |
| Brake Disc Size | 160 mm (Front / Rear) |
| Fork | Specialized Tarmac |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R 470 |
| Handlebar | Specialized Shallow Drop |
| Stem | Specialized Tarmac, 6° |
| Brake Discs | SRAM Paceline |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 | 71.75 | 72.5 | 73.5 |
| Standover Height | 723 mm | 735 mm | 746 mm | 808 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970 mm | 973 mm | 975 mm | 1006 mm |
| Reach | 366 mm | 375 mm | 380 mm | 402 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 410 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 | 74 | 73.5 |
| BB Drop | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Drop Bar Width | 36 cm | 38 cm | 40 cm | 44 cm |
| Frame Size | 44 cm | 49 cm | 52 cm | 58 cm |
| Stem Length | 70 mm | 80 mm | 90 mm | 110 mm |
| Seat Tube Length | 433 mm | 445 mm | 456 mm | 515 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 99 mm | 109 mm | 120 mm | 184 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 266 mm | 268 mm |
| Recommended Rider Height | 142 - 155 cm | 155 - 163 cm | 163 - 170 cm | 180 - 188 cm |
| Effective Top Tube Length | 4996 mm | 509 mm | 531 mm | 577 mm |
| Weight | 7.77 kg |
The shop's feature list
- Elevate Your Ride with the Specialized Tarmac SL8 Comp AXS 28" Carbon Road Bike Discover the perfect blend of speed and precision with the Specialized Tarmac SL8 Comp AXS 28" Carbon Road Bike, engineered for the ultimate road cycling experience. This masterpiece from Specialized, paired with the cutting-edge SRAM Rival AXS groupset, is designed to cater to both women and men who demand nothing but the best from their rides. The carbon frame and fork not only ensure a lightweight structure but also provide the stiffness and responsiveness you need to conquer the roads. With a max tire size of 32-622 (700 x 32C), this bike offers versatility to tackle various terrains comfortably. The specialized Body Geometry Power Sport saddle with steel rails ensures you're seated in comfort throughout your journey, while the aero form seatpost further enhances your aerodynamic efficiency. The SRAM Rival AXS 12-speed cassette, ranging from 10-36T, gives you all the gears you need to face steep climbs or fast descents. Hydraulic disc brakes with a max disc brake size of 160 mm front and rear guarantee powerful and reliable stopping power in all conditions. Without pedals, this bike offers you the freedom to choose your preferred style for the ultimate connection to the road. The S-Works Turbo tires, both front and rear, are meticulously selected to offer an unbeatable combination of speed and grip, making the Tarmac SL8 Comp AXS your ideal companion for achieving new personal bests and enjoying every moment on the road.