Specialized Tarmac SL7 Expert: The Fastest Race-Ready Bike

The Specialized Tarmac SL7 Expert is built for speed and engineered for performance, helping you achieve your race goals—whether it's personal records, KOMs, or podium finishes. With a lightweight, Rider-First Engineered™ frame, this bike delivers the ultimate in aerodynamics, ride quality, and handling, making it the perfect choice for riders who demand more from their road bike. Equipped with a full SRAM Rival eTap AXS electronic groupset, the Tarmac SL7 Expert ensures crisp, fast shifting, while S-Works Turbo 700x26mm tires keep you rolling at top speed. Designed to be the best bike for race day or training rides, it provides performance at a more accessible price point.

Key Benefits for Riders

Uncompromised Aerodynamics

Aerodynamics is at the heart of the Tarmac SL7 Expert, with the goal of delivering the fastest frame allowed by UCI rules. By utilizing the FreeFoil Shape Library and testing with the Win Tunnel, the Tarmac SL7 Expert is 33 seconds faster over 40km than its predecessor, the Tarmac SL6. The optimized tube shapes and the modular test bike have resulted in a bike that's built for pure speed, without any compromises.

Rider-First Engineered for Best Handling

With the Rider-First Engineered™ philosophy, the Tarmac SL7 Expert is the most balanced and best-handling Tarmac yet. By gathering data from riders of all sizes, including top professionals from teams like Boels-Dolmans, Deceuninck-Quick-Step, and Bora-hansgrohe, the frame was designed to ensure superior ride quality and comfort, even on long rides. The bike’s geometry and handling are optimized to deliver exceptional responsiveness and stability without sacrificing comfort.

Lightweight Performance with Maximum Aero

The Tarmac SL7 Expert is a race bike that breaks the mold. While many aero bikes sacrificed weight for drag reduction, the Tarmac SL7 remains below the UCI weight limit while maintaining top-tier aerodynamics. With a frame weighing just 920 grams, the bike is lighter than many competitors without compromising on stiffness, ride quality, or aero performance. This balance makes it one of the fastest and lightest race bikes available.

Full SRAM Rival eTap AXS Groupset for Precision Shifting

The Tarmac SL7 Expert features a SRAM Rival eTap AXS groupset, offering smooth, reliable, and fast shifting with electronic precision. Paired with a max 36T cassette, it allows you to tackle a wide range of terrains with ease. The hydraulic disc brakes provide consistent, powerful stopping power in all conditions, giving you full control on descents and in technical sections.

Why Choose the Specialized Tarmac SL7 Expert?

The Specialized Tarmac SL7 Expert is the perfect bike for riders who want the best in performance, aerodynamics, and handling without sacrificing comfort. Whether you're racing, training, or simply chasing personal goals, this bike will help you get there faster. With its combination of speed, light weight, and advanced technology, the Tarmac SL7 Expert is built for riders who demand more.