2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Pro vs 2020 Specialized Tarmac SL6 Frameset
The 49 is the Specialized Tarmac SL6 Frameset size closest to your 49 Specialized Tarmac Men's Pro. 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 SL6 Frameset
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Men's Pro in 49, the Specialized Tarmac SL6 Frameset 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 Men's Pro, 49Specialized Tarmac SL6 Frameset, 49Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Men's Pro 49 | Specialized Tarmac SL6 Frameset 49 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 375mm | 375mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 514mm | 514mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.75° | 71.75° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 75.5° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 508mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 968mm | 968mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 74mm | 74mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 266mm | 266mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 740mm | 740mm | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 431mm | 431mm | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 363mm | 363mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 115mm | 115mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL6 Frameset minus the Specialized Tarmac Men's Pro. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Pro, 2020 Specialized Tarmac SL6 Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac Men's ProSpecialized Tarmac SL6 Frameset
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 ProMen's Pro | Specialized Tarmac SL6 Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Tarmac SL6 | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra R8150 Di2 | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra R8050 Di2 | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra R8000 | not listed |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | Praxis 6806 | not listed |
| Wheelset | Roval CL 50 | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra R8010 | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe Expert | not listed |
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