2023 Specialized Aethos FACT 10r Carbon vs 2022 Specialized Tarmac SL6
The 49 is the Specialized Tarmac SL6 size closest to your 49 Specialized Aethos FACT 10r Carbon. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Specialized Tarmac SL6
Compared with the Specialized Aethos FACT 10r Carbon in 49, the Specialized Tarmac SL6 in 49 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- ±0 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Aethos FACT 10r Carbon, 49Specialized Tarmac SL6, 49Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Aethos FACT 10r Carbon 49 | Specialized Tarmac SL6 49 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 375mm | 375mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 514mm | 514mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.75° | 71.75° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 75.5° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 410mm | 410mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 973mm | 973mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 74mm | 74mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 266mm | 266mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 705mm | 740mm | +35 mm |
| Seat tube length | 431mm | 451mm | +20 mm |
| Fork length | 369mm | 363mm | −6 mm |
| Head tube length | 109mm | 115mm | +6 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL6 minus the Specialized Aethos FACT 10r Carbon. Full charts: 2023 Specialized Aethos FACT 10r Carbon, 2022 Specialized Tarmac SL6.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Aethos FACT 10r CarbonSpecialized Tarmac SL6
Each bike is ranked against the other road bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Specialized Aethos FACT 10r CarbonFACT 10r Carbon | Specialized Tarmac SL6Tarmac SL6 - Shimano Tiagra |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Aethos FACT | Specialized Tarmac SL6 |
| Seatpost | Roval Alpinist | not listed |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano Tiagra |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano Tiagra |
| Chain | not listed | KMC X10 |
| Crankset | not listed | Shimano Tiagra 4700 |
| Wheelset | not listed | Specialized Axis Sport |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized Turbo Pro |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano Tiagra BR-4770 |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Power Sport |
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