
Specialized Extra Long Compression Plug for Tarmac SL7 & SL8 Forks
Specialized Extra Long Compression Plug for Tarmac SL7 & SL8 Forks
Stage 21 Bikes
23582 Moulton Parkway
#111
Laguna Woods CA 92637
United States
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Specialized Factory Replacement Extra-Long Carbon Steerer Compression Plug For Tarmac SL7 & Tarmac SL8 Carbon Forks
This Specialized factory replacement extra-long carbon steerer compression plug is designed specifically for Tarmac SL7 and Tarmac SL8 carbon forks. The extended-length design provides proper internal support for modern integrated cockpits and tall spacer stacks, ensuring safe preload adjustment without damaging the carbon steerer.
Key Features
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OEM-correct replacement compression plug
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Extra-long design for integrated front-end systems
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Designed exclusively for carbon steerer tubes
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Provides secure headset preload without star nut damage
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Compatible with internal and external cable routing setups
Torque Specification
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Maximum torque: 45 in-lbf (5 Nm)
OEM Compatibility (Grouped & De-duplicated)Tarmac SL8
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Tarmac SL8 (Comp, Expert, Pro, Framesets) — 2024–2026
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S-Works Tarmac SL8 (All LTD, Team, Frameset & Complete models) — 2024–2026
Tarmac SL7
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Tarmac SL7 (Sport, Comp, Expert, Pro, Framesets) — 2021–2026
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S-Works Tarmac SL7 (All variants, LTD & Framesets) — 2021–2023
Allez Sprint
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Allez Sprint (Frameset & Complete models) — 2021–2026
Installation Notes
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Carbon steerer only – not compatible with aluminum steerers
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Use a calibrated torque wrench
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Do not exceed stated torque specification
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Designed to work with OEM Specialized headset systems
A genuine Specialized OEM compression plug, engineered to provide proper steerer support and reliable headset preload on Tarmac SL7, Tarmac SL8, and Allez Sprint performance road platforms.


