2018 Specialized Diverge Men's Expert vs 2020 Merida SILEX+ 8000-E
The XS is the Merida SILEX+ 8000-E size closest to your 52 Specialized Diverge Men's Expert. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Merida SILEX+ 8000-E
Compared with the Specialized Diverge Men's Expert in 52, the Merida SILEX+ 8000-E in XS places the top of the head tube 14 mm higher and 12 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 23 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +14 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +12 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +23 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +11 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Diverge Men's Expert, 52Merida SILEX+ 8000-E, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Diverge Men's Expert 52 | Merida SILEX+ 8000-E XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 367mm | 379 | +12 mm |
| Stack | 574mm | 588 | +14 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71° | 71 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 74 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 532mm | 548 | +16 mm |
| Chainstay length | 419mm | 430 | +11 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1004mm | 1027 | +23 mm |
| BB drop | 85mm | 75 | −10 mm |
| BB height | 265mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 726mm | 706 | −20 mm |
| Seat tube length | 440mm | 440 | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 390mm | 398 | +8 mm |
| Head tube length | 128mm | 160 | +32 mm |
Differences are the Merida SILEX+ 8000-E minus the Specialized Diverge Men's Expert. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Diverge Men's Expert, 2020 Merida SILEX+ 8000-E.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Diverge Men's ExpertMerida SILEX+ 8000-E
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Specialized Diverge Men's ExpertMen's Expert | Merida SILEX+ 8000-ESILEX+ 8000-E |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | SRAM Force 1 | Shimano GRX Disc DI2 |
| Derailleur | SRAM Force 1 | Shimano GRX817 |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1150 | Shimano SLX |
| Chain | KMC X11 EL | KMC X11 |
| Crankset | SRAM Force 1 | not listed |
| Chainring | Specialized X-Sync | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM BB386 | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] |
| Wheelset | Roval SLX 24 | Fulrcum Rapid Red 500 |
| Brake | SRAM Force | Shimano GRX810 DI2 |
| Handlebar | Specialized Expert Hover | Merida EXPERT GR |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Comp | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Frame | not listed | Merida SILEX CF2 |
| Tire | not listed | Kenda Flintridge Pro |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano RT-MT800 |
| Stem | not listed | Merida EXPERT CW |
| Headset | not listed | SILEX Neck |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida TEAM CC |
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