2017 Specialized Tarmac Expert vs 2015 Specialized Venge Pro Race
The 54 is the Specialized Venge Pro Race size closest to your 54 Specialized Tarmac Expert. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Specialized Venge Pro Race
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Expert in 54, the Specialized Venge Pro Race in 54 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +1 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- −1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Expert, 54Specialized Venge Pro Race, 54Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Expert 54 | Specialized Venge Pro Race 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 387mm | 386mm | −1 mm |
| Stack | 543mm | 544mm | +1 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 73° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 548mm | 548mm | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 978mm | 978mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 69mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 775mm | 789mm | +14 mm |
| Seat tube length | 481mm | 507mm | +26 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 140mm | 140mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Venge Pro Race minus the Specialized Tarmac Expert. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Tarmac Expert, 2015 Specialized Venge Pro Race.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac ExpertSpecialized Venge Pro Race
Each bike is ranked against the other road bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Specialized Tarmac ExpertExpert | Specialized Venge Pro RacePro Race |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Chain | Shimano HG70 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Crankset | FSA SL-K | not listed |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R460 Pro | Roval Rapide CL 60 |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | Specialized Turbo Pro |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe Expert | Specialized Romin Evo Expert |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized S-Works Aerofly |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Venge |
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