Nothing is faster than the Tarmac SL8 thanks to a combination of aerodynamics, lightweight, and ride comfort that were previously deemed impossible. After eight generations and more than two decades of development, it is more than the fastest Tarmac ever - it is the world's fastest racing bike. Ready for the race? 

Aerodynamics or lightweight alone is not enough to win races - speed is what counts. To achieve that speed, a non-compromising combination of aerodynamics, lightweight, stiffness, and flexibility is needed. Through race simulations with real data, our Ride Science team knows that the Tarmac SL8 is the fastest racing bike ever on the routes that matter - 16.6 seconds faster over 40 km, 128 seconds faster over Milan-San Remo, and 20 seconds faster over the legendary climb of the Tourmalet.

 AERO IN EVERYTHING: We apply aerodynamics where it matters - the leading edge - not just where it looks good. In this process, we have created our most aerodynamic racing bike ever. Yes, it is more aerodynamic than the Venge. Clean air is optimized for maximum benefits with the new nose cone of the Tarmac - the Speed Sniffer. By moving the handlebar tube back - the tube that determines the width of the head tube - the front edge of the head tube can be much sharper, resulting in much lower air resistance. The Tarmac SL8 is equipped with the narrowest and most aerodynamic seat post we've ever made according to the new UCI rules, allowing fast-flowing, turbulent air around the legs to flow back cleaner. Doesn't victory smell sweet?

MINIMAL WEIGHT, MAXIMAL AERO: The Tarmac SL8 has learned the lessons of Aethos and can be easily built to the UCI minimum with a full aerodynamic setup. The team delivered a stunning, lightweight frame of 685 grams - 15% lighter than the Tarmac SL7 and lighter than all other frames on the World Tour*. By prioritizing lightweight in the down tube, seat tube, and rear of the bike, the lessons of Aethos were applied. The shape of the frame bears the load so efficiently that extra layers of carbon are unnecessary for stiffness. *Unless, of course, you count the time Kasper Asgreen raced with our 585-gram Aethos frame during a stage in the Tour.

: With a massive increase in stiffness-to-weight ratio - a 33% improvement over the SL7 - the Tarmac SL8 elevates legendary handling, aggressive responsiveness, and world championship-proven geometry to new levels. The bike is stiffer at the pedals, more precise at the steering and combines this with a smooth ride in the saddle that sets a new benchmark for race bike comfort. Thanks to our Rider-First Engineering, every rider, regardless of size, gets the same unparalleled ride quality and handling. In the saddle, the Tarmac SL8 offers 6% more flexibility, allowing it to float over rough terrain with a smooth feeling that's unique in the demanding world of racing bikes. The proven geometry and 32 mm tire clearance of the Tarmac are identical to that of the SL7, ensuring easy adjustment and the versatility to use wider tires if needed.

BEYOND GENDER: There can be more difference between two male cyclists than between a male and a female. Gender alone does not provide nearly enough data to specialize, and that means creating bikes for men or women is arbitrary and outdated. Every rider can benefit from the next level of the Tarmac SL8. It's time to look beyond gender alone.

A 68 mm threaded bottom bracket, flat-mount disc brakes, and hassle-free seamless integration: the S-Works Tarmac SL8 frameset is the ultimate starting point for your dream bike.