2017 Specialized Tarmac Expert Disc vs 2018 Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA
The 49 is the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA size closest to your 49 Specialized Tarmac Expert Disc. 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 SL5 Men's Expert DA
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Expert Disc in 49, the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA 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 Tarmac Expert Disc, 49Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA, 49Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Expert Disc 49 | Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA 49 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 386mm | 386mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 504mm | 504mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72.25° | 72.25° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 75.5° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 518mm | 518mm | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970mm | 970mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 71.5mm | 71.5mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 270mm | 270mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 730mm | 730mm | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 431mm | 431mm | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 368mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 100mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA minus the Specialized Tarmac Expert Disc. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Tarmac Expert Disc, 2018 Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac Expert DiscSpecialized 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 Tarmac Expert DiscExpert Disc | Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DAMen's Expert DA |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano ST-RS685 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | Shimano HG70 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Crankset | FSA SL-K | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R470 | Roval SLX 24 |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | Specialized S-Works Turbo |
| Brake | Shimano BR-785 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe Expert | Specialized Toupe Expert |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized Tarmac SL5 |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | Shimano Dura-Ace BB |
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