TAPERED HEADTUBE/STEERER TUBE
TAPERED HEADTUBE/STEERER TUBE
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
| FRAME | |
| SWAT | |
| REAR SHOCK | |
| FORK | |
| HEADSET | |
| STEM | |
| HANDLEBARS | |
| GRIPS | |
| FRONT BRAKE | |
| REAR BRAKE | |
| BRAKE LEVERS | |
| FRONT DERAILLEUR | |
| REAR DERAILLEUR | |
| SHIFT LEVERS | |
| CASSETTE | |
| CHAIN | |
| CRANKSET | |
| CHAINRINGS | |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | |
| PEDALS | |
| RIMS | |
| FRONT HUB | |
| REAR HUB | |
| SPOKES | |
| FRONT TIRE | |
| REAR TIRE | |
| INNER TUBES | |
| SADDLE | |
| SEATPOST | |
| SEAT BINDER | |
| NOTES |
GEOMETRY
* *Not availaible in all markets.
| Size | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Tube Length, Center to Top | ||||
| Top Tube Length, Horizontal | ||||
| Top Tube Length, Actual | ||||
| Bottom Bracket Drop | ||||
| Bottom Bracket Height | ||||
| Chainstay Length | ||||
| Seat Tube Angle, Actual | ||||
| Seat Tube Angle, Effective | ||||
| Head Tube Angle | ||||
| Wheel Base | ||||
| Standover Height | ||||
| Head Tube Length | ||||
| Stack | ||||
| Reach | ||||
| Handlebar Width | ||||
| Stem Length | ||||
| Crank Length | ||||
| Seatpost Length |
WOMEN’S FACT SL4 CARBON FRAME
WHATFACT SL4 carbon frame with Women’s Performance Geometry and carbon layup, plus shaped seatstays, oversized downtube, and one-piece OSBB/chainstay.
WHYTo achieve the lightest weight, stiffest, and most performance-focused bike for female road racers and enthusiasts.
HOWOur Women’s Performance Geometry features shorter chainstays and a shorter headtube, which optimizes positioning for maximum power and efficiency. By engineering a wide, triangulated stance between the brake bridge and seatstays, and using a large diameter downtube and oversized BB, we build more lateral and torsional rigidity into the frame for faster acceleration.
TAPERED HEADTUBE/STEERER TUBE
WHATStrategically designed headtube/steerer assembly that tapers from 1-1/8” at the top to 1-3/8” at the crown.
WHYIncreased strength and stiffness for greater steering precision, without making the ride too harsh.
HOWTapering the headtube to be wider at the base—where it integrates with a 1-3/8” recessed lower bearing—creates a naturally stiffer junction. The gradual transition of carbon fiber from top to bottom eliminates any sharp angles that could cause a weakening of the fiber.
WOMEN’S BODY GEOMETRY CONTACT POINTS
WHATErgonomic and size-specific components including cranks, women’s handlebars with improved position and shallow drop, and women’s Body Geometry Oura or Riva saddles.
WHYOptimized fit and performance for the female anatomy.
HOWWe spec each bike individually based on frame size, geometry, and fit research. Through pressure mapping testing with Dr. Roger Minkow, we optimize the foam densities and cutaways in our saddles to relieve soft tissue discomfort.
"The perfect all-out cross-country race bike. - 5 Stars"
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"Once again, I ride away feeling that for XC and endurance racing, there's no better bike out there."
- Magazine 2Everything you could ask for from a bike
September 19, 2013
Desmond
from Namibia Age: 35 to 44 Length of ownership: 1 week Level of expertise: Intermediate
I have been riding Specialized bikes for the past 3 years and there is undoubtedly no going back. I have never found a product that delivers on this level every time. Looks fast feels great. Congratulations to specialized...you did it again.
Devoted fan
Des Howard
Yes, I recommend this product.
