2022 Specialized Tarmac SL6 vs 2024 Specialized Aethos FACT 12r Carbon
The 49 is the Specialized Aethos FACT 12r Carbon size closest to your 49 Specialized Tarmac SL6. 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 Aethos FACT 12r Carbon
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac SL6 in 49, the Specialized Aethos FACT 12r Carbon 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 SL6, 49Specialized Aethos FACT 12r Carbon, 49Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac SL6 49 | Specialized Aethos FACT 12r Carbon 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° |
| Chainstay length | 410mm | 410mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 973mm | 973mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 74mm | 74mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 266mm | 266mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 740mm | 705mm | −35 mm |
| Seat tube length | 451mm | 431mm | −20 mm |
| Fork length | 363mm | 369mm | +6 mm |
| Head tube length | 115mm | 109mm | −6 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Aethos FACT 12r Carbon minus the Specialized Tarmac SL6. Full charts: 2022 Specialized Tarmac SL6, 2024 Specialized Aethos FACT 12r Carbon.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac SL6Specialized Aethos FACT 12r Carbon
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 SL6Tarmac SL6 - Shimano Tiagra | Specialized Aethos FACT 12r CarbonS-Works FACT 12r Carbon |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Tarmac SL6 | Specialized S-Works Aethos FACT |
| Shifter | Shimano Tiagra | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X10 | not listed |
| Crankset | Shimano Tiagra 4700 | not listed |
| Wheelset | Specialized Axis Sport | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Pro | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano Tiagra BR-4770 | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Sport | not listed |
| Seatpost | not listed | Roval Alpinist |
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