The S-Works Tarmac SL8 Road Bike Frameset LTD – Yoon Hyup combines Specialized’s flagship race-bike platform with a highly exclusive artist-designed finish. Built from S-Works FACT 12r carbon and shaped around the Tarmac SL8’s uncompromising focus on speed, stiffness, aerodynamics and low weight, this limited-edition frameset is made for riders who want world-class race performance with genuine collectable appeal.
Created in collaboration with artist Yoon Hyup, the design takes inspiration from the sensation of moving rapidly through the city at night, blending streaks of light, urban movement and flowing speed into a distinctive visual treatment. With only 150 numbered framesets produced worldwide, this is one of the rarest Tarmac SL8 releases.
S-Works Tarmac SL8 Race Performance
The Tarmac SL8 is Specialized’s ultimate road racing platform, designed to deliver the balance of aerodynamics, low weight, stiffness and handling demanded at the highest level of competition.
The S-Works frameset uses FACT 12r carbon construction and Rider-First Engineered design, giving each frame size carefully tuned ride characteristics for consistent performance across the range.
Ultra-Light 685g Frame
The S-Works Tarmac SL8 frame weighs approximately 685g in a 56cm size, making it exceptionally light for a modern aerodynamic disc-brake race frame.
This low weight helps create a bike that accelerates rapidly, climbs efficiently and still retains the stiffness and precision required for high-speed racing.
FACT 12r Carbon Construction
Specialized’s premium FACT 12r carbon fibre is used throughout the S-Works Tarmac SL8 frame and fork.
This advanced carbon layup is engineered to deliver:
- Low overall weight
- High pedalling stiffness
- Precise handling
- Efficient power transfer
- Race-focused responsiveness
Rider-First Engineered Geometry
The Tarmac SL8 uses Rider-First Engineering to maintain consistent ride quality across different frame sizes. Rather than simply scaling one frame shape up or down, Specialized tunes the construction and layup according to size, helping riders experience similar handling, stiffness and control regardless of their frame choice.
Yoon Hyup Limited-Edition Artwork
The Yoon Hyup LTD colourway gives this Tarmac SL8 frameset a distinctive identity inspired by speed, movement and city lights. Each frameset features handcrafted decals based on the artist’s design, meaning there may be slight variations in logo and graphic positioning from one frame to another. That individuality makes every frameset subtly unique.
Only 150 Numbered Units
Production is limited to just 150 individually numbered framesets. This extremely limited run makes the Yoon Hyup Tarmac SL8 particularly desirable for collectors, Specialized enthusiasts and riders looking to build a unique high-performance road bike.
S-Works FACT 12r Carbon Fork
The matching S-Works FACT 12r carbon fork is designed for precise steering and lightweight race performance.
It features:
- 12x100mm thru-axle
- Flat-mount disc brake compatibility
- Full FACT 12r carbon construction
This provides a rigid and responsive front end for accurate handling under hard braking, cornering and sprinting.
Built for a Dream Custom Road Bike
As a frameset, the Yoon Hyup LTD Tarmac SL8 gives riders the opportunity to create a fully customised race build.
It is an ideal foundation for premium components such as:
- Shimano Dura-Ace Di2
- SRAM RED AXS
- Roval carbon wheels
- S-Works cockpit components
- High-end power meters and race tyres
Key Features
- S-Works Tarmac SL8 road bike frameset
- Limited-edition Yoon Hyup artist collaboration
- Only 150 numbered units produced
- S-Works FACT 12r carbon frame
- Rider-First Engineered construction
- Approximate frame weight: 685g in size 56cm
- Designed for road racing
- Handcrafted artist-inspired decals
- Each frameset features subtle individual variations
- Matching S-Works FACT 12r carbon fork
- 12x100mm front thru-axle
- Flat-mount disc brake compatibility
- Premium platform for a custom race-bike build
Why Choose the S-Works Tarmac SL8 Yoon Hyup LTD Frameset?
The S-Works Tarmac SL8 Yoon Hyup LTD Frameset offers the same elite-level performance that has made the SL8 one of Specialized’s defining race bikes, combined with the exclusivity of a numbered artist collaboration.
Its 685g FACT 12r carbon frame, Rider-First Engineering and race-focused construction make it a serious platform for competition, while the unique Yoon Hyup graphics and limited production transform it into something far more distinctive than a standard frameset.
For riders looking for a limited-edition S-Works Tarmac SL8 frameset for a premium custom road bike build, the Yoon Hyup LTD offers exceptional performance, rarity and visual impact.