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R O A D & G R AV E L

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  • Page 1 Assembly Guide R O A D & G R AV E L...
  • Page 2 If you don’t have a copy of the Owner’s Manual, you can download it at www.specialized.com or obtain it from Specialized Rider Care or your nearest Authorised Specialized Retailer.
  • Page 3 Where applicable, refer to the User Manual supplied with your bicycle for more specific information. This assembly guide was drafted in the English language and may have been translated into other languages as applicable. ADDITIONAL LANGUAGES ARE AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD AT www.specialized.com.

  • Page 4: Torque Specifications

    HAVE THIS BICYCLE ASSEMBLED BY A SKILLED BICYCLE MECHANIC. BIKE INSPECTION When removing all the parts from the packaging, ensure nothing was damaged during shipping. Call Specialized Rider Care if you notice any damage. TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS • The torque specifications for the bicycle build can be found in the user manual supplied with the bicycle (where applicable) or printed on the part near the bolt you are torquing.

  • Page 5: Wireless Components

    WIRELESS COMPONENTS • Bicycles equipped with wireless components must be charged before use. Please see the component manufacturer’s user manual for more information. • When shipping the bicycle, ensure the component batteries are below 30% charge level. REQUIRED TOOLS Scissors or cable tie cutters Bicycle floor pump (with gauge) WHAT’S IN THE SMALL PARTS BOX User Manual (where applicable)
  • Page 6 LET’S BUILD THIS SWEET RIDE!
  • Page 7 TO KNOW YOUR BIKE...
  • Page 8 ROAD & GRAVEL BIKES Top tube 14. Chainring Downtube 15. Front Derailleur Seat tube 16. Rear Derailleur Chainstay 17. Chain Seatstay 18. Crankset Headtube 19. Stem Saddle 20. Brake Lever Seatpost 21. Shifter Seatpost clamp 22. Handlebar 10. Front brake 23.

  • Page 9: Let's Get Started

    LET’S STARTED The assembly of this bicycle is best completed with the help of another person. CAUTION: The inner packaging is not suitable for use as a bicycle stand. Place the bicycle into a bicycle stand or lean it against a stable surface to support the bicycle during assembly.
  • Page 10 STEP 1 STEP 2 Remove any tape from the marked Locate and remove the small parts box, then remove all the parts supplied to side of the box then open the box. assemble your bicycle. STEP 3 STEP 4 Remove the front wheel brace from the Roll the bicycle out of the box and box and set it aside.

  • Page 11: Adjusting The Handlebars

    ADJUSTING THE HANDLEBARS STANDARD BIKE The assembly process for the Tarmac SL7 varies from other bikes. Follow the instruction for the bicycle where indicated. The handlebar on the bicycle is rotated to ensure a secure fit in the box. CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the bicycle when removing zip ties.
  • Page 12 STEP 5 STEP 6 Remove the zip ties or rags securing the Remove the zip ties or rags and handlebar to the top tube. protective packaging from the rest of the frame. STEP 7 STEP 8 Using the torque wrench and corresponding Brace the wheel between your knees and hex bit, loosen (counter-clockwise) the two rotate the handlebar into alignment.
  • Page 13 STEP 9 STEP 10 Align the handlebar with the center of Using the torque wrench and corresponding the bicycle. hex bit, torque (clockwise) the two bolts (A-B) on rear of the stem to specification. STEP 11 STEP 12 Using a wrench and corresponding hex bit, Rotate the handlebar to the desired loosen (counter-clockwise) the four bolts position making sure it is centered.
  • Page 14 STEP 13 Using a torque (clockwise) wrench and corresponding hex bit, torque each faceplate bolt approximately 1/2 turn at a time in an alternating (cross) pattern until all the bolts are torqued to specification. STEP 14 The gap between the stem and faceplate should be even on the top and the bottom.
  • Page 15 The upper bolts must be tightened so the faceplate is flush against the stem body before being torqued. Failure to do this can result in structural damage to the handlebar. Not all Tarmac models are equipped with the Specialized accessory mount.
  • Page 16 STEP 15 Using the corresponding hex key, loosen (counter-clockwise) and remove the four bolts on the stem faceplate, then remove the stem faceplate from the stem. STEP 16 Place the handlebar against the stem, then place the stem faceplate over the handlebar with the stem faceplate and stem holes aligned.
  • Page 17 STEP 17 STEP 18 Add a washer to each bolt, then starting with Adjust the handlebar to the desired the upper bolts, thread the bolts through the position making sure it is centered. stem faceplate into the stem body making sure they are equally finger-tightened.
  • Page 18 Should you have any problems installing the cable bat, please contact Specialized Rider Care or visit an Authorised Specialized Retailer.

  • Page 19: Install The Pedals

    INSTALL THE PEDALS Depending on the type, pedals are installed using either a 15 mm flat wrench or a 6 mm hex key. CAUTION: Make sure to install the pedals correctly. The left and right pedals have opposite threads and can damage the cranks if installed on the wrong side.
  • Page 20 STEP 23 Remove the pedals from their packaging and locate the left “L” pedal (blue sticker) and right “R” pedal (red sticker). STEP 24 The pedals stickers correspond to the blue and red stickers on the left and right cranks. The crank threads are pre-greased.
  • Page 21 STEP 25 Insert the “L” pedal into the left (non-drive side) crank arm. STEP 26 (FOR HEX KEY PEDALS) Using the corresponding hex key inserted from the inside of the crank arm, tighten the pedal in place (counter-clockwise rotation). When at the correct tension, the tool leaves a noticeable impression in the palm of your hand.
  • Page 22 STEP 27 (FOR FLAT WRENCH PEDALS) Using the flat wrench, tighten the pedal in place (counter-clockwise rotation). When at the correct tension, the tool leaves a noticeable impression in the palm of your hand. Repeat these steps for the right “R” pedal on the right crank arm (drive side, tighten in clockwise rotation).
  • Page 23 SEATPOST MINIMUM INSERTION To prevent damage to the frame and/or seatpost, it’s important to have a minimum amount of seatpost insertion in the seat tube. This minimum insertion must meet the following requirements: Refer to the User Manual supplied with your bicycle (where applicable) for more specific information on the seatpost maximum and minimum insertion depths.
  • Page 24 STEP 28 STEP 29 The seatpost must be inserted into the The seatpost must also be inserted into the frame deep enough so the minimum seat tube deep enough to meet or exceed (B) the minimum measured insertion depth insertion/maximum extension (min/max) required by the frame (C).
  • Page 25 ADJUST THE SEATPOST HEIGHT Determine which type of seatpost you have: seatpost collar (A) or seatpost wedge (B). Follow the instructions for that type. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information on setting up your saddle height.
  • Page 26 SEATPOST COLLAR SEATPOST WEDGE INSTRUCTIONAL STEPS 30-32 INSTRUCTIONAL STEPS 33-37...
  • Page 27 ADJUST THE SEATPOST HEIGHT SEATPOST COLLAR Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information on setting up your saddle height. Shimano Di2: If the battery is located in the seatpost, follow the connection instructions shown in the bicycle’s user manual (where applicable).
  • Page 28 STEP 30 STEP 31 Using the torque wrench and corresponding Align the saddle with the centerline of hex bit, loosen (counter-clockwise) the two the bicycle. bolts (A-B) on rear of the stem until the stem is loose enough to turn. STEP 32 Using the torque wrench and corresponding hex bit, torque the seatpost collar bolt to the specified torque setting found on the seatpost collar and/or in the user manual (where...
  • Page 29 ADJUST THE SEATPOST HEIGHT SEATPOST WEDGE Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information on setting up your saddle height. Front and rear seat wedges are adjusted the same way. Shimano Di2: If the battery is located in the seatpost, follow the connection instructions shown in the bicycle’s user manual (where applicable).
  • Page 30 STEP 33 STEP 34 Slide the wedge cover up the seatpost. Using the wrench and corresponding hex bit, loosen the seatpost wedge bolt. STEP 35 Adjust the seatpost to the desired height.
  • Page 31 STEP 36 STEP 37 Once the seatpost height is set, use the Slide the cover back down over the wedge. torque wrench and corresponding hex bit to torque the wedge bolt to the specified torque setting found on the wedge and/or in the user manual (where applicable).
  • Page 32 The tyres must be inflated and periodically checked and re-inflated using a pump with an accurate pressure gauge. Please refer to the Tyres and Tubes section of the Specialized Bicycle Owner’s Manual for additional information. WARNING! Never inflate a tyre beyond the maximum pressure marked on the tyre’s sidewall or the maximum pressure limit specified by the...
  • Page 33 STEP 38 Pump the tyres up to your desired pressure. Refer to the tyre’s sidewall for the pressure range. Check your wheel manual or decal on the rim itself to see if your wheels have a maximum pressure limit. Do not exceed it.

  • Page 34: Safety Check

    5. BRAKES: The brakes are pre-adjusted and aligned out of the box. If the brake pads or arms are misaligned, please contact Rider Care or visit an Authorised Specialized Retailer. Check the brake pads periodically for wear. Brake pads should be replaced once they wear down to the wear line.