2018 Specialized Tarmac

Archived: 2018 Specialized Tarmac · Road · Published sizes: 49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61

• Confirm the frame markings and seller description match this archived model. Note every component that differs from the published build.
• Record the frame serial number. It should be legible, unaltered and consistent with the seller’s ownership history.
• Find the size marking on the bicycle and confirm the fit before judging the condition or price.

Archived: Frame: Specialized Tarmac SL4, FACT 9r carbon, compact race design, 1-3/8" lower bearing, threaded BB, 130mm spacing · Fork: Specialized FACT carbon, full monocoque · Carbon Fiber

• Inspect the frame in bright light, especially the head tube, bottom-bracket area, chainstays and clamped surfaces. Look for cracks, ripples, crushed sections or signs of impact.
• Stand behind and in front of the bicycle to look for obvious frame, fork or wheel misalignment. Ask directly about crashes, transport damage and repairs.
• Inspect the fork crown, blades, dropouts and visible steerer area. Check that it is straight, securely installed and free of cracks or impact damage.

Archived: Shifters: Shimano Tiagra · Front derailleur: Shimano Tiagra, braze-on · Rear derailleur: Shimano Tiagra, long cage, 10-speed · Crankset: Praxis Alba M30, solid forged arms, 6061 chainrings, 110 BCD, 11-speed; chainrings: 50/34T · Cassette: Shimano Tiagra, 10-speed, 12-28t · Chain: KMC X10EL, 10-speed w/ Missing Link™

• Shift through every available gear under light load. Hesitation, skipping or inconsistent indexing can reflect wear, damage, poor adjustment or mismatched replacement parts.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: (F) Tektro Axis caliper / (R) Tektro Axis caliper

• Inspect pads, cables and housings, then examine both rim braking surfaces for concavity, cracking or heavy wear. Confirm each caliper returns and centers correctly.
• Before riding, test every installed brake separately at walking speed. Each should stop firmly and release cleanly without its control reaching the end of its usable travel.

Archived: Wheels: (F) DT R460, sealed cartridge hubs, 14g spokes, 20h / (R) DT R460, sealed cartridge hubs, 14g spokes, 24h · Front tire: Espoir Elite, 60 TPI, Kevlar® bead, 700x23mm · Rear tire: Espoir Elite, 60 TPI, Kevlar® bead, 700x23mm

• Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
• Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance.
• Remove and reinstall or closely inspect both wheel-retention systems. Axles or quick releases should tighten correctly with undamaged threads, hardware and dropouts.

Archived: Handlebar: Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125mm, 31.8mm clamp · Stem: Specialized, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise · Seatpost: Specialized Comp carbon, single bolt · Saddle: Body Geometry Toupé Sport, steel rails, 143mm · Pedals: Nylon, 105x78x28mm, loose balls w/ reflectors

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.

• Before riding, confirm both wheels are secure, tires are safe, both brakes function, and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals have no looseness.
• Begin at low speed. Test steering, braking and shifting progressively, then load the drivetrain and suspension only after the basic safety checks pass.
• Listen and feel for repeated knocks, grinding, skipping, brake pulsation or movement at joints. Stop the test if the bicycle cannot be controlled safely.