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2008 Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL

Velopedia Archive ID 24343

Overview

Model year2008
BrandSpecialized
ModelS-Works Tarmac SL
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID24343
Original MSRP$5,500.00
ColorsGerolstiner, Red/White
Sizes49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61

Frameset

Frame constructionBonded/monocoque
Frame materialS-Works FACT 10r carbon Az1
ForkS-Works FACT monocoque carbon
Fork materialCarbon/carbon steerer, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Dura-Ace
ShiftersShimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Dura-Ace, bottom-pull/clamp-on 34.9mm
Rear derailleurShimano Dura-Ace
CranksetS-Works FACT carbon crankset, integrated oversize, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketS-Works integrated oversized
Rear cogs10-speed, 11 - 27 teeth
ChainShimano Dura-Ace, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsTest ride pedals

Brakes

BrakesShimano Dura-Ace brakes, Shimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Specialized Mindset integrated
HandlebarS-Works SL, FACT carbon aero handlebar, short-reach drop, 31.8 clamp
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemS-Works Pro-Set, 31.8 clamp
SaddleBody Geometry Toupé Team, hollow Ti rails
SeatpostS-Works SL, FACT carbon w/Zertz insert, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Roval Fusee Star, forged and CNC hub body, Roval Ti QR, Rear: Roval Fusee Star, forged and CNC hub body, alloy cassette, Roval Ti QR
RimsRoval Fusee Star
SpokesDT Swiss stainless steel, 14/15ga. (2.0/1.8mm) aero
Front tire700 x 23c S-Works Mondo Open Tubular
Wheel size700c wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 7, 2026.