2016 Specialized Allez DSW Elite vs 2018 Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA
The Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA size closest to your 54.0 is the 54. Compare the 54 instead
What changes on the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA
Compared with the Specialized Allez DSW Elite in 54.0, the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA in 61 places the top of the head tube 65 mm higher and 21 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 34 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +65 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +21 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +34 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +1.0°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Allez DSW Elite, 54.0Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA, 61Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez DSW Elite 54.0 | Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA 61 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 387 | 408mm | +21 mm |
| Stack | 547 | 612mm | +65 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73 | 74° | +1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 72.5° | −1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 549 | 600mm | +51 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405 | 410mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 979 | 1013mm | +34 mm |
| BB drop | 69 | 67.5mm | −2 mm |
| BB height | 273.5 | 274mm | +1 mm |
| Seat tube length | 500 | 553mm | +53 mm |
| Fork length | 368 | 368mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 145 | 210mm | +65 mm |
| Standover | not listed | 850mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA minus the Specialized Allez DSW Elite. Full charts: 2016 Specialized Allez DSW Elite, 2018 Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez DSW EliteSpecialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA
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 DSW EliteDSW Elite | Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DAMen's Expert DA |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized FACT carbon | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | KMC X-10 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Crankset | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Wheelset | Specialized AXIS Classic | Roval SLX 24 |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport | Specialized S-Works Turbo |
| Brake | Specialized Axis 1.0 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Handlebar | Specialized Shallow Drop | not listed |
| Stem | Specialized 3D-Forged Alloy | not listed |
| Bar tape | Specialized S-Wrap | not listed |
| Seatpost | Specialized Sport | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | Specialized Toupe Expert |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized Tarmac SL5 |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | Shimano Dura-Ace BB |
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