2011 Specialized

Transition Expert

A carbon frame triathlon bike with ultra high-end components and rim brakes.
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FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetUltegra, Dura-Ace
BrakesRim
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

42 mph

Transition Expert

40 mph

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Highest gear

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Sizing
XS

5'2" – 5'6"

SM

5'4" – 5'9"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'9" – 6'2"

XL

6'0" – 6'4"

XXL

6'1" – 6'5"

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Reviews
Cycling News
Specialized Transition Expert | Cyclingnews.com

Nov 2009 · BikeRadar.com,

Long term review of this time trial machine

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BikeRadar
Specialized Transition Expert review

Oct 2009 · Jeff Jones

The Rovals are OK-ish as training wheels but then another problem becomes apparent: the narrow, high flanges and low spoke count (20 per wheel) mean that the rear is subject to a lot of lateral flex (there’s no problem with the front). . .

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Specialized Transition S-Works

Oct 2009 · R BA

There are plenty of time trial bikes on the market, but few can match the Transition's mix of aerodynamic proficiency and spot-on handling.

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Specialized FACT 7r N'Aero tube shaping, triple monocoque construction, compact aero geometry, vertical seat adjustment, threaded BB

BB StandardBSA, 68mm, Threaded

Fork

Specialized FACT N'Aero carbon, 1"" steerer

Bottom Bracket

With crankset

Headset

1"" Cr-Mo cartridge bearings with carbon 20mm cone spacer and 20mm of carbon spacers

Stem

Specialized Comp-Set, 3D forged alloy, 4-position adjustable, 4-bolt 31.8mm clamp

Handlebar

Profile T2+ Aerobar

Saddle

Body Geometry TriTip 50 w/ hollow Cr-Mo rails

Seatpost

Transition Aero Carbon

TypeRigid

Pedals

Black cage, body & toe clips w/ strap

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra

Crank

Shimano Ultegra

Shifters

Shimano Dura Ace TT levers

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra, 10-speed, 11-25t

Chain

Shimano Ultegra

Brakes

Front: Specialized aero brake, Rear: Specialized aero brake

TypeRim

Brake Levers

Aero lever

Wheels
Rims

Mavic CXP22 w/ eyelets

Spokes

Stainless 14g

Front Hub

Forged alloy Hub, sealed bearings, 28 hole, for J bend round spokes

Rear Hub

Forged Alloy Hub, Sealed Bearing, 32 hole, for J Bend Round spokes

Tires

Front: Specialized Turbo Pro, 700x23c, Aramid bead, 127TPI, w/ Double Black Belt protection, Rear: Specialized Turbo Pro, 700x23c, Aramid bead, 127TPI, w/ Double Black Belt protection

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