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Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert Ultegra Di2
€5,250at Bike-Componentsshop's RRP €7,000
Carbon · Shimano Ultegra Di2 12-speed · hydraulic disc · carbon wheels
Buy at Bike-ComponentsWhere it stands
In stock in M and XS · price read 08:34 today · unchanged since the last check
Where it stands
Priced close to what German shops charge for this level of equipment, so it does not clear the margin we require before naming a pick.
Our pick · €5,000 and above
- Cube Litening AIR C:68X SLT 2026 at CUBE Göttingen€5,449EUR 199 more expensive, Dura-Ace Di2 instead of Ultegra Di2, good carbon rather than entry-level carbon wheels, includes a power meter.
What you get
- Frame
- Carbon Specialized Tarmac SL8
- Drivetrain
- Shimano Ultegra Di2, 12-speed, electronic
- Wheels
- Carbon, entry-level carbon Specialized Roval C38, Carbon
- Brakes
- Hydraulic disc
- Weight
- not stated by the shop: not scored
- Power meter
- No
- Wheel size
- 28"
- Tyres
- S-Works Turbo, 700 x 26C
The compromises
- No power meter, which many bikes at this price include.
Your size
What Bike-Components lists, and what it has today
Min stock · €6,290
XSin stock · €5,250
Ssold out · €5,890
This brand publishes no centimetre equivalence we can verify, so the bike appears only when you pick a letter size. This shop prices each size separately.
Where to buy
Bike-Components is the only one of the 22 shops we check that sells this bike.
Price so far
Between €5,250 and €5,490 across 24 checks since 3 Sept; now €5,250, its lowest we have seen.
- Currently at the lowest price we have seen for this listing.
- Bike-Components states an RRP of €7,000 (25% 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, 12:53:06 | €5,490 | in stock |
| 03/09/2026, 16:11:23 | €5,490 | in stock |
| 04/09/2026, 06:46:36 | €5,490 | in stock |
| 04/09/2026, 11:26:02 | €5,490 | in stock |
| 04/09/2026, 16:08:57 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 04/09/2026, 22:50:00 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 05/09/2026, 07:07:48 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 05/09/2026, 15:28:17 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 06/09/2026, 07:43:07 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 07/09/2026, 08:49:09 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 08/09/2026, 08:10:41 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 09/09/2026, 11:33:31 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 10/09/2026, 08:09:09 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 11/09/2026, 08:15:42 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 12/09/2026, 08:14:12 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 13/09/2026, 08:10:16 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 14/09/2026, 08:07:31 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 15/09/2026, 08:13:17 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 16/09/2026, 08:08:46 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 16/09/2026, 12:17:01 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 16/09/2026, 21:59:38 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 17/09/2026, 08:41:37 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 18/09/2026, 08:35:35 | €5,250 | in stock |
| 19/09/2026, 08:34:59 | €5,250 | in stock |
How sure we are
We read 6 of 7 key facts off Bike-Components's page; not stated: weight. 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
| Application | Road |
|---|---|
| Brake Type | disc |
| Frame material | Carbon |
| Fork material | Carbon |
| Gender | Women's, Men´s |
| Seatpost diameter | Aero form |
| Brakes | Shimano Ultegra R8170, hydraulic |
| Chain | Shimano XT M8100 |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Threaded BSA |
| Frame | Specialized Tarmac SL8 |
| Crankset | Shimano Ultegra R8100, 36-52 Teeth |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 RD-R8150, 12-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra, 11-30 T, 12-speed |
| Pedals | without |
| Seatpost | Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8, Carbon, Setback: 15 mm |
| Shift/Brake Lever | Shimano Ultegra Di2 ST-R8170 |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 |
| Rear Wheel Tyre | S-Works Turbo, 700 x 26C |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Power Expert |
| Front Wheel Tyre | S-Works Turbo, 700 x 26C |
| Max Tire Size Rear | 32-622 (700 x 32C) |
| Max Tire Size Front | 32-622 (700 x 32C) |
| Weight Limit | 109 kgSystem |
| Crank Arm Length | 172,5 mm | 165,0 mm | 170,0 mm |
| Wheel size | 28" |
| Fork Offset | 44 mm | 47 mm |
| Handlebar | Specialized Expert Shallow Drop |
| Fork | Specialized Tarmac |
| Brake Disc Size | 160 mm (Front) / 140 mm (Rear) |
| Wheelset | Specialized Roval C38, Carbon |
| Stem | Specialized Tarmac, 6° |
| Frame Size | 54 cm | 49 cm | 52 cm |
| Recommended Rider Height | 170 - 175 cm | 155 - 163 cm | 163 - 170 cm |
| Drop Bar Width | 420 mm | 380 mm | 400 mm |
| Seat Tube Length | 473 mm | 445 mm | 456 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 137 mm | 109 mm | 120 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 268 mm | 266 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 73 | 71.75 | 72.5 |
| Stem Length | 100 mm | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| BB Drop | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Reach | 384 mm | 375 mm | 380 mm |
| Stack | 544 mm | 514 mm | 527 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 410 mm |
| Wheelbase | 978 mm | 973 mm | 975 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 | 75.5 |
| Standover Height | 768 mm | 735 mm | 746 mm |
| Effective Top Tube Length | 541 mm | 509 mm | 531 mm |
The shop's feature list
- Introducing the Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert Ultegra Di2 Road Bike, designed to cater to both women and men who demand nothing but the best from their ride. The heart of this machine is its Specialized Tarmac SL8 frame, expertly crafted from carbon to ensure a blend of lightweight performance and durability. Equipped with the cutting-edge Shimano Ultegra Di2 groupset, including the R8150 front derailleur, RD-R8150 12-speed rear derailleur, and the ST-R8170 shift/brake levers, this bike promises seamless shifting and precise control. The Shimano Ultegra R8170 hydraulic brakes deliver unmatched stopping power, ensuring safety and confidence on every descent. The bike rolls on a setup that supports up to 32-622 (700 x 32C) tires both front and rear, allowing for a plush ride that doesn't shy away from rougher roads. Power transfer is maximized through the Shimano Ultegra R8100 crankset, featuring a versatile 36-52 teeth combination, paired with an 11-30T, 12-speed Shimano Ultegra cassette for tackling a wide range of gradients. The Shimano Threaded BSA bottom bracket adds to the bike's reliability and ease of maintenance. Aesthetics and comfort are not overlooked, thanks to the Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8 carbon seatpost with a 15 mm setback, designed to match the frame's aero profile while providing a comfortable riding position. Whether it's for competitive racing or simply enjoying the thrill of the road, this bike is engineered to deliver top-tier performance and exhilarating experiences.