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2026 Specialized Tarmac SL8 Pro SRAM Force AXS Road Bike – The Fastest Race Bike Ever
2026 Specialized Tarmac SL8 Pro SRAM Force AXS Road Bike – The Fastest Race Bike Ever
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2026 Specialized Tarmac SL8 Pro SRAM Force AXS Road Bike - Gloss Red Sky

£7,249.00
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2026 Specialized Tarmac SL8 Pro SRAM Force AXS Road Bike - Gloss Red Sky

Season:2026

Brand:Specialized

Code:94926-10

The Specialized Tarmac SL8 Pro SRAM Force AXS Road Bike is engineered to be the world’s fastest race bike, combining cutting-edge aerodynamics, ultra-lightweight carbon design, and unparalleled ride quality. After eight generations of relentless innovation, Specialized has created a machine that’s not only faster than the legendary Tarmac SL7, it’s faster than any road bike on the World Tour.

Optimised through real-world race simulations, the Tarmac SL8 Pro is proven to save 16.6 seconds over 40km, 128 seconds over Milan–San Remo, and 20 seconds on the Tourmalet climb compared to previous models. It’s built to dominate road racing, criteriums, and mountain stages with effortless speed.

Equipped with the latest SRAM Force AXS 12-speed groupset with integrated power meter, Roval Rapide CL III tubeless-ready wheels, and a Roval Rapide cockpit, this road bike is ready to race straight out of the box.


Aero in Everything: Revolutionary “Speed Sniffer” nose cone shifts the steer tube back for a sharper head tube and reduced drag, delivering Specialized’s most aerodynamic road frame ever.

Ultra-Lightweight Frame: A 685g (S-Works) frame, 15% lighter than the Tarmac SL7, inspired by the Specialized Aethos, designed to hit the UCI weight minimum without compromise.

Race-Bred Performance: 33% improved stiffness-to-weight ratio for explosive power transfer, precise handling, and world-class responsiveness.

Ride Quality Redefined: Rider-First Engineering ensures every size delivers the same race-proven geometry and 6% more compliance for smooth comfort on rough roads.

Top-Tier Components: Complete SRAM Force AXS wireless electronic groupset with power meter, Roval Rapide CL III wheelset, and Roval Rapide cockpit for pro-level performance.

Versatility: 32mm tyre clearance for tackling road races, endurance events, and mixed-surface challenges with confidence.


The Tarmac SL8 Pro is the fastest road bike in the world, aero, lightweight, and stiff in one unbeatable package. This model features pro-level wireless shifting from a SRAM Force AXS groupset that offers smooth, precise, and lightning-fast gear changes. It is built to win races with proven gains on climbs, sprints, and long-distance classics. The Tarmac SL8 Pro has a race-ready setup, and comes equipped with everything you need for competition straight out of the box.

The Specialized Tarmac SL8 Pro SRAM Force AXS Road Bike is more than just an upgrade, it’s the future of road cycling. Whether you’re chasing podiums, personal bests, or the ultimate riding experience, this is the bike that delivers unrivalled speed, control, and performance.

Conquer every climb, sprint, and finish line with the Specialized Tarmac SL8 Pro SRAM Force AXS, the fastest road bike ever made.

Technical Information
  • Frame
    Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
  • Fork
    FACT 10r Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
  • Handlebars
    Roval Rapide Cockpit, Integrated Bar/Stem
  • Saddle
    Body Geometry Power Pro Mirror, Hollow Ti Rails
  • Stem
    Included in handlebar
  • Tape
    Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
  • Seatpost
    S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seat post, FACT Carbon, 15mm offset
  • Seat Binder
    Tarmac integrated wedge
  • Front Brake
    NEW SRAM Force AXS E1, hydraulic disc 160mm rotor
  • Rear Brake
    NEW SRAM Force AXS E1, hydraulic disc 160mm rotor
  • Shift Levers
    NEW SRAM Force AXS E1 HRD
  • Front Derailleur
    NEW SRAM Force AXS E1
  • Rear Derailleur
    NEW SRAM Force AXS E1
  • Cassette
    NEW SRAM Force XG-1270, 12sp, 10-33t
  • Crankset
    NEW SRAM Force E1 Power Meter, 48/35t
  • Bottom Bracket
    SRAM DUB BSA
  • Chain
    NEW SRAM Force E1
  • Front Wheel
    Roval Rapide CL III, Tubeless, 21mm internal width carbon rim, 51mm depth, Win Tunnel Engineered, DT350 hub, 18h, DT Swiss Competition Race Straight Pull Spokes
  • Rear Wheel
    Roval Rapide CL III, Tubeless, 21mm internal width carbon rim, 48.5mm depth, Win Tunnel Engineered, DT350 hub, 24h, DT Swiss Competition Race Straight Pull Spokes
  • Front Tyre
    S-Works Turbo TLR Race Tyre, 700x28c
  • Rear Tyre
    S-Works Turbo TLR Race Tyre, 700x28c
  • Inner Tubes
    STANDARD 80MM PV
  • Headset
    Stem headset spacers kit for SL7 stem & Roval Rapide cockpit use
  • Weight
    7.25 kg (15 lb, 15.7 oz)
  • Weight Size
    56cm
As with any product, specification is subject to change without prior notification. You are advised to confirm current specification before buying. Please note that this bike does not come with pedals.
Sizing Information
Size in ft4'8" - 5'1"5'1" - 5'4"5'4" - 5'7"5'7" - 5'9"5'9" - 5'11"5'11" - 6'2"6'2" - 6'5"
Size in cm142 - 155cm155 - 163cm163 - 170cm170 - 175cm175 - 180cm180 - 188cm188 - 196cm
Bike Size44495254565861

GEOMETRY

Size44cm49cm52cm54cm56cm58cm61cm
BB Drop74mm74mm74mm72mm72mm72mm72mm
BB Height266mm266mm266mm268mm268mm268mm268mm
Bike Standover Height723mm735mm746mm768mm786mm808mm834mm
Chainstay Length410mm410mm410mm410mm410mm410mm410mm
Fork Length, Full370mm370mm370mm370mm370mm370mm370mm
Fork Rake/Offset47mm47mm47mm44mm44mm44mm44mm
Front Centre572mm574mm577mm579mm592mm606mm613mm
Head Tube Angle70.5°71.75°72.5°73°73.5°73.5°74°
Head Tube Length99mm109mm120mm137mm157mm184mm204mm
Frame Reach366mm375mm380mm384mm395mm402mm408mm
Seat Tube Angle75.5°75.5°74°74°73.5°73.5°73°
Seat Tube Length433mm445mm456mm473mm494mm515mm545mm
Frame Stack501mm514mm527mm544mm565mm591mm612mm
Top Tube Length, Horizontal496mm509mm531mm541mm563mm577mm595mm
Trail71mm63mm58mm58mm55mm55mm52mm
Wheelbase970mm973mm975mm978mm991mm1006mm1013mm
Stack to Stem509mm522mm535mm552mm573mm599mm620mm
Reach to Stem363mm372mm377mm381mm393mm400mm406mm
Crank Length165mm165mm170mm172.5mm172.5mm175mm175mm
Handlebar Width380mm380mm400mm400mm420mm420mm440mm
Stem Length75mm75mm90mm100mm100mm110mm110mm
Saddle Width155mm155mm155mm143mm143mm143mm143mm
Seatpost Length300mm300mm300mm380mm380mm380mm380mm
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