2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc vs 2018 Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA
The Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA size closest to your 54 is the 54. Compare the 54 instead
What changes on the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc in 54, the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA in 61 places the top of the head tube 69 mm higher and 21 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 35 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +69 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +21 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +35 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +1.0°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc, 54Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA, 61Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc 54 | Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA 61 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 387mm | 408mm | +21 mm |
| Stack | 543mm | 612mm | +69 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 74° | +1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 72.5° | −1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 548mm | 600mm | +52 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 410mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 978mm | 1013mm | +35 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 67.5mm | −2 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | 274mm | +2 mm |
| Standover | 775mm | 850mm | +75 mm |
| Seat tube length | 481mm | 553mm | +72 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 368mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 140mm | 210mm | +70 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA minus the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc, 2018 Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp 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 Men's Comp DiscMen's Comp Disc | Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DAMen's Expert DA |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra R8000 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | KMC X11 EL | Shimano Ultegra |
| Crankset | Shimano Ultegra R8000 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Dura-Ace BB |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R470 | Roval SLX 24 |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | Specialized S-Works Turbo |
| Brake | Shimano RS785 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe Comp | Specialized Toupe Expert |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized Tarmac SL5 |
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