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Old 08-19-10, 05:04 PM
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I'm likely picking up a used '08 Tarmac SL2 tomorrow. Are there any markings on the frame itself indicating frame size? Thanks
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Usually on the front side of the seat tube.
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Usually, yes. But was looking at some SL2 photos on ebay and didn't see it there. Maybe it's small and I'm overlooking it?
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If you are buying it used, they are usually removed by the end user. If it still has the SKU number, the frame size is indicated by the last 2 digits at the end of the SKU. You may have to do some measurements as I have not seen any other indicator of frame size besides the sticker.
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Originally Posted by tagaproject6
If you are buying it used, they are usually removed by the end user. If it still has the SKU number, the frame size is indicated by the last 2 digits at the end of the SKU. You may have to do some measurements as I have not seen any other indicator of frame size besides the sticker.
Can someone please confirm this? This does not appear to be the case based on the SKU's found on the bike at this link:
https://usedroadbikes.us/specialized-...-size-large-2/
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I just checked my frame and none of the numbers under the BB correspond to the frame size.
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Measure the head tube.


https://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/...3&menuItemId=0
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Originally Posted by tagaproject6
If you are buying it used, they are usually removed by the end user. If it still has the SKU number, the frame size is indicated by the last 2 digits at the end of the SKU. You may have to do some measurements as I have not seen any other indicator of frame size besides the sticker.
Yeah, it's an easilt removable sticker that looks really tacky. It's one of the first things I took off, along with all the warning stickers.

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Measure the head tube.
Although it's probably unlikely, there is a "team geometry" model that differs only by head tube length. Probably better off measuring something else to be sure.
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Originally Posted by umd
Although it's probably unlikely, there is a "team geometry" model that differs only by head tube length. Probably better off measuring something else to be sure.


Right on--the team geometry is something I need to be aware of when I go to the LBS today. They have a "my size" SL3 frame in stock, that may go on sale this weekend.
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