2014 Specialized Allez Expert vs 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact
The 540.0 is the Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact size closest to your 540.0 Specialized Allez Expert. 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 SL3 Expert Mid-Compact
Compared with the Specialized Allez Expert in 540.0, the Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact in 540.0 places the top of the head tube 4 mm lower and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 3 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −4 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +3 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Allez Expert, 540.0Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact, 540.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez Expert 540.0 | Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact 540.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 387mm | 387mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 547mm | 543mm | −4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 73° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 978mm | 981mm | +3 mm |
| Standover | 798mm | 775mm | −23 mm |
| Seat tube length | 500mm | 510mm | +10 mm |
| Head tube length | 145mm | 145mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact minus the Specialized Allez Expert. Full charts: 2014 Specialized Allez Expert, 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez ExpertSpecialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact
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 Allez ExpertExpert | Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-CompactExpert Mid-Compact |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized Tarmac Comp | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra | KMC |
| Crankset | FSA SL-K | FSA SL-K Light |
| Wheelset | Fulcrum Five | Fulcrum Racing 4 |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Elite | Specialized Roubaix Elite Armadillo |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Handlebar | Specialized Tarmac Expert | Specialized Shallow Drop |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe | Specialized Ruby Gel |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized FACT 10r |
| Chainring | not listed | FSA SL-K Light |
| Stem | not listed | Specialized CompSet |
| Headset | not listed | Specialized Integrated |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Comp |
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