2024 Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert vs 2024 Specialized Tarmac SL7 Sport
The 56 is the Specialized Tarmac SL7 Sport size closest to your 56 Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert. 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 SL7 Sport
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert in 56, the Specialized Tarmac SL7 Sport in 56 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 SL8 Expert, 56Specialized Tarmac SL7 Sport, 56Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert 56 | Specialized Tarmac SL7 Sport 56 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 393mm | 393mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 573mm | 573mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 410mm | 410mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 991mm | 991mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 72mm | 72mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 268mm | 268mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 786mm | 786mm | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 494mm | 496mm | +2 mm |
| Fork length | 370mm | 366mm | −4 mm |
| Head tube length | 157mm | 151mm | −6 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL7 Sport minus the Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert. Full charts: 2024 Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert, 2024 Specialized Tarmac SL7 Sport.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac SL8 ExpertSpecialized Tarmac SL7 Sport
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 SL8 ExpertExpert | Specialized Tarmac SL7 SportSport |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Tarmac SL8 | Specialized Tarmac SL7 FACT |
| Shifter | SRAM eTap AXS Rival | Shimano 105 |
| Derailleur | SRAM eTap AXS Rival | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | SRAM Rival | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | SRAM Rival | Shimano SLX M7100 |
| Crankset | SRAM Rival | Shimano 105 |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | not listed |
| Wheelset | Roval C38 | DT Swiss R470 |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo | Specialized Turbo Pro |
| Brake | SRAM eTap AXS Rival | Shimano 105 |
| Handlebar | Specialized Shallow Drop | not listed |
| Stem | Tarmac integrated | not listed |
| Bar tape | Supacaz Super Sticky Kush | not listed |
| Seatpost | Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8 | Specialized S-Works Tarmac |
| Saddle | Specialized Power | Specialized Power Sport |
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