Specialized Tarmac Elite 2008 Technical specs and features

Brand Specialized
Model Tarmac Elite
First production 2008
Bike category Road
Bike sub-category Road Race & Triathlon
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Parts And Accessories Specialized Tarmac Elite Parts   
Available Sizes - 19 (inches) / 49 (cm)
- 20 (inches) / 52 (cm)
- 21 (inches) / 54 (cm)
- 22 (inches) / 56 (cm)
- 23 (inches) / 58 (cm)
- 24 (inches) / 61 (cm)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire700 X 23c Specialized Mondo Pro
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size700c Wheels
Brakeset type Shimano 105 STI Dual Control Levers
Shimano 105 Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesSpecialized Forged Alloy
Rims manufacturer 24-hole and 28-hole
Mavic CXP 22
Spoke nipples typeNot Available
Spoke wheel 14ga.
Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials Triple Monocoque
Specialized FACT 6r Carbon
Frame typeBonded and monocoque
Handlebar construction 31.8 (millimeters)
Ergonomic Top Shaping
Short-reach Drop
Specialized Expert
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem details 31.8 (millimeters) Clamp
Specialized Comp-Set
Headset size Integrated Threadless
1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Specialized Mindset Plus

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
Shimano 105
Bottom bracket shell widthNot Available
Bottom bracket typeFSA MegaEXO
Crankset parts and sizes 39/53 Teeth
FSA Gossamer MegaExo
Gear shift leversShimano 105 STI Dual Control
Rear gear set 11 - 28 Teeth
10-speed

Specialized Tarmac Elite Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front) Bottom-pull and clamp-on
Shimano 105
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano 105
Fork material Aero Crown
Carbon and carbon Steerer
Fork typeSpecialized FACT

Other Specs of Specialized Tarmac Elite

Component group setsShimano 105
Available colors - Blue and White
Weight Not Available
Pedals detailsTest Ride Pedals
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seatBody Geometry Toupé Team
Seat post extension 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter
FACT Carbon With Zert Inserts
Specialized Pro SL


Specialized Tarmac Elite bike review

Specialized produced the Tarmac Elite bike in 2008 and can be classified as a Road bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $1,950.00.
Tarmac Elite bike is available in many sizes such as 49cm (centimeters), 52cm (centimeters), 54cm (centimeters), 56cm (centimeters), 58cm (centimeters) and 61cm (centimeters).
Specialized Road Tarmac Elite can be found in a few colors, among these colors Blue and White .
This bike is equiped with 700 x 23c Specialized Mondo Pro tires and Stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic CXP 22, 24-hole/28-hole. Specialized equiped this exact model with Shimano 105 brakes, Shimano 105 STI Dual Control levers braking system and Specialized forged alloy hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Specialized used Specialized FACT 6r carbon, triple monocoque material for the frame. Specialized Expert, short-reach drop, ergonomic top shaping, 31.8mm high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Tarmac Elite to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Specialized Comp-Set, 31.8mm clamp.
For the smoothest biking experience FSA Gossamer MegaExo, 39/53 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano 105 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Specialized, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano 105 STI Dual Control gear shift levers.