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S-Works Tarmac SL9 AXS first-ride
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Expert review · 30 Jun 2026
BikeRadar
“The Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL9 remains one of the best all-rounder race bikes, but it's only a modest upgrade over the SL8 and spec customisations should be guaranteed at this price”
- +Fast
- +light
- +engaging and reactive handling
- −Expensive
- −improvements hard to discern while riding
- −‘only’ 32mm of tyre clearance
- −spec customisation options still not guaranteed
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