My 2012 S-Works SL4 Di2 build
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From: Elk Grove
Bikes: 2013 Specialized S Works SL4 Keyline Red
My 2012 S-Works SL4 Di2 build
Specs:
Frame: 52cm S-Works SL4 FloRed/White
HandleBars: 42cm S-Works Tarmac bend
Bar Tape: Specialized S-Works wrap
Stem: 90mm New S-Works ProSet Stem
Wheels: Roval Fusee SLX
Inner Tubes: Super Light Turbo
Tires: S-Works Turbo w/ BlackBelt protection
Crankset: S-Works FACT carbon
Saddle: Romin Pro, carbon rails
Components: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2
Chain: KMC X10SL 10 speed Chain Ti Gold
My build threads are pretty short, since I have everything I need to work with. This going to be my first Di2 build, so it might take me a few days to finish. Wish me luck!!




Frame: 52cm S-Works SL4 FloRed/White
HandleBars: 42cm S-Works Tarmac bend
Bar Tape: Specialized S-Works wrap
Stem: 90mm New S-Works ProSet Stem
Wheels: Roval Fusee SLX
Inner Tubes: Super Light Turbo
Tires: S-Works Turbo w/ BlackBelt protection
Crankset: S-Works FACT carbon
Saddle: Romin Pro, carbon rails
Components: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2
Chain: KMC X10SL 10 speed Chain Ti Gold
My build threads are pretty short, since I have everything I need to work with. This going to be my first Di2 build, so it might take me a few days to finish. Wish me luck!!




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From: Chester, NY
Bikes: 2017 Scott Foil, 2016 Scott Addict SL, 2018 Santa Cruz Blur CC MTB
I like it all but I'm not a Roval Wheel fan. But I should go eff myself, enjoy the bike, build it, photograph it, and post it here.
Well done on the Di2.
Well done on the Di2.
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Awesome. Great choice in bikes and driveline.
Since your first Di2 build, you may want to consider hiding the battery. There are some good threads on the web as to best practice.
Have fun. Know your gonna love the bike.
Since your first Di2 build, you may want to consider hiding the battery. There are some good threads on the web as to best practice.
Have fun. Know your gonna love the bike.
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From: Elk Grove
Bikes: 2013 Specialized S Works SL4 Keyline Red
Im all done!! Wow, let me tell you, this build was alot easier to do then your tradional mechanical build. What took me the longest was fishing the RD wire from the rear and over the BB and out the bottom hole, Maybe 30 min, had to position the bike where the front of the bike was facing down. I prelabled every wire to eliminate confusion.

I finally see RD Wire!!!

Connected

Down Tube was alot easier for the front wire connector to the Shifters


Battery Wire was simple..

FD was easy as well, may 30 seconds to fish it through.
Wiring all done... Stuffed it back in and installed the BB cable guides.

Installed the Stem, Bars and Shifters and connected front wires to the shifters.

I installed everything else and all the grommets, All done!!
FD

Had to take some photos out because photo limitations per post.
Bedtime, going to test in the morning.
Finished!!!

Here is a video, of the shifting without any adjusting to the front or rear derailleur... this is a second run. had to get someone to hold my iphone for video. It just autotuned itself, freakin amazing..also the FD senses chain rub and it auto trim by itslef! All in All Di2 is fool proof and not having to mess with fiddling with adjustments to the derailleurs is a big bonus. Maybe 3-4 hours on this build and i was taking my time, while I was watching Strikeforce on Showtime.
https://s576.photobucket.com/albums/ss202/booman_13/2012%20SL4/?action=view¤t=26acf9a9.mp4

I finally see RD Wire!!!

Connected

Down Tube was alot easier for the front wire connector to the Shifters


Battery Wire was simple..

FD was easy as well, may 30 seconds to fish it through.
Wiring all done... Stuffed it back in and installed the BB cable guides.

Installed the Stem, Bars and Shifters and connected front wires to the shifters.

I installed everything else and all the grommets, All done!!
FD

Had to take some photos out because photo limitations per post.
Bedtime, going to test in the morning.
Finished!!!

Here is a video, of the shifting without any adjusting to the front or rear derailleur... this is a second run. had to get someone to hold my iphone for video. It just autotuned itself, freakin amazing..also the FD senses chain rub and it auto trim by itslef! All in All Di2 is fool proof and not having to mess with fiddling with adjustments to the derailleurs is a big bonus. Maybe 3-4 hours on this build and i was taking my time, while I was watching Strikeforce on Showtime.
https://s576.photobucket.com/albums/ss202/booman_13/2012%20SL4/?action=view¤t=26acf9a9.mp4
Last edited by Rob13; 07-15-12 at 11:07 AM.
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From: Pennsylvania
Bikes: Pedal Force RS2, Canyon, Basso, Tommaso, Rock Racing, Schwinn, SWOBO, Trek
Awesome and great job. Do you ever wonder what the poor people with their pedal force rs2's and sram force MECHANICAL groups are doing in the trailer park!!
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From: Northern VA
Bikes: 2008 Trek Madone 5.5, 2009 Cervelo R3SL tdf edition, Cervelo R5 with Di2
the FD senses chain rub and it auto trim by itslef!
My little service to the cause of accuracy in electronics is done.
Oh, and enjoy the bike
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How well does the white S-works tape clean up? I love the way it looks and would like to try it now that my current tape is getting a bit worn looking. Oh and your builds rock, you dealer must love when you walk in haha!













