2017 Specialized Tarmac Pro Disc vs 2018 Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA
The 54 is the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA size closest to your 54 Specialized Tarmac Pro 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 Pro Disc in 54, the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA in 54 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 Pro Disc, 54Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA, 54Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Pro Disc 54 | Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 387mm | 387mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 543mm | 543mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 73° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 548mm | 548mm | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 978mm | 978mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 69mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | 272.5mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 775mm | 775mm | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 481mm | 481mm | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 368mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 140mm | 140mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA minus the Specialized Tarmac Pro Disc. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Tarmac Pro Disc, 2018 Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac Pro 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 Pro DiscPro Disc Ultegra Di2 | Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DAMen's Expert DA |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano 105 R785 Di2 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra R6870 Di2, Shimano Ultegra Di2 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | Shimano HG70 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Bottom bracket | Specialized Enduro | Shimano Dura-Ace BB |
| Wheelset | Roval CL 40 | Roval SLX 24 |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | Specialized S-Works Turbo |
| Brake | Shimano BR-785 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Pro | Specialized Toupe Expert |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized Tarmac SL5 |
| Crankset | not listed | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
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