Specialized Tarmac Expert Compact 2008 Technical specs and features

Brand Specialized
Model Tarmac Expert Compact
First production 2008
Bike category Road
Bike sub-category Road Race & Triathlon
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Parts And Accessories Specialized Tarmac Expert Compact 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 Ultegra STI Dual Control Levers
Shimano Ultegra Brakes
Hubs for disc brakes QR
QR
Rear: Fulcrum Racing 5 Evolution
Cassette
Front: Fulcrum Racing 5 Evolution
Rims manufacturerFulcrum Racing 5
Spoke nipples typeNot Available
Spoke wheelStainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials Triple Monocoque
Specialized FACT 8r Carbon
Frame typeBonded and monocoque
Handlebar construction 31.8 (millimeters)
Specialized Pro
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 Ultegra
Bottom bracket shell widthNot Available
Bottom bracket typeShimano Ultegra
Crankset parts and sizes 34/50 Teeth
Shimano Ultegra
Gear shift leversShimano Ultegra STI Dual Control
Rear gear set 11 - 28 Teeth
10-speed

Specialized Tarmac Expert Compact Fork System Data

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

Other Specs of Specialized Tarmac Expert Compact

Component group setsShimano Ultegra
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 Expert Compact bike review

Specialized produced the Tarmac Expert Compact bike in 2008 and can be classified as a Road bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $3,000.00.
Tarmac Expert Compact bike is available in many sizes such as 49cm (centimeters), 52cm (centimeters), 54cm (centimeters), 56cm (centimeters), 58cm (centimeters) and 61cm (centimeters).
Specialized Road Tarmac Expert Compact 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 Fulcrum Racing 5. Specialized equiped this exact model with Shimano Ultegra brakes, Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control levers braking system and Front: Fulcrum Racing 5 Evolution, QR, Rear: Fulcrum Racing 5 Evolution, cassette, QR hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Specialized used Specialized FACT 8r carbon, triple monocoque material for the frame. Specialized Pro, 31.8mm high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Tarmac Expert Compact to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Specialized Comp-Set, 31.8mm clamp.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Ultegra, 34/50 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano Ultegra chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Specialized, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control gear shift levers.