2020 Specialized Diverge Expert vs 2021 Merida SILEX+ 6000
The XS is the Merida SILEX+ 6000 size closest to your 48.0 Specialized Diverge 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+ 6000
Compared with the Specialized Diverge Expert in 48.0, the Merida SILEX+ 6000 in XS places the top of the head tube 19 mm higher and 19 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 30 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +19 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +19 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +30 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.2°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +11 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Diverge Expert, 48.0Merida SILEX+ 6000, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Diverge Expert 48.0 | Merida SILEX+ 6000 XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 360mm | 379 | +19 mm |
| Stack | 569mm | 588 | +19 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70.8° | 71 | +0.2° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74 | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 419mm | 430 | +11 mm |
| Wheelbase | 997mm | 1027 | +30 mm |
| BB drop | 85mm | 75 | −10 mm |
| BB height | 265mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 704mm | 706 | +2 mm |
| Seat tube length | 405mm | 440 | +35 mm |
| Fork length | 390mm | 398 | +8 mm |
| Head tube length | 90mm | 160 | +70 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 548 |
Differences are the Merida SILEX+ 6000 minus the Specialized Diverge Expert. Full charts: 2020 Specialized Diverge Expert, 2021 Merida SILEX+ 6000.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Diverge ExpertMerida SILEX+ 6000
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 ExpertExpert | Merida SILEX+ 6000SILEX+ 6000 |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | SRAM Force | SRAM Force 1 HRD |
| Derailleur | SRAM Force 1 | SRAM Force 1 |
| Cassette | SRAM XG 1150 | SRAM PG 1130 |
| Chain | KMC X11 Extra | KMC X11 |
| Crankset | Praxis Zayante | not listed |
| Wheelset | Roval C38 | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Pathfinder Pro | Kenda Flintridge Pro |
| Hub | Specialized REMOVE | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized Hover | Merida EXPERT GR |
| Stem | Specialized Future | Merida EXPERT CW |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Expert | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Frame | not listed | Merida SILEX+ CF2 |
| Fork | not listed | Merida SILEX CF2 |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [Sram FC] |
| Brake | not listed | SRAM Force 1 HRD |
| Rotor | not listed | SRAM CenterLine Rotor |
| Headset | not listed | SILEX Neck |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida EXPERT CC |
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