2021 Specialized Diverge Pro Carbon vs 2021 Merida SILEX+ 8000-E
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Merida SILEX+ 8000-E
- Frame stack
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- +2 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- −0.8°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Diverge Pro Carbon numbers we have for size 58 are missing the reach and stack. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Diverge Pro Carbon 58 | Merida SILEX+ 8000-E M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | not listed | 400 | |
| Stack | not listed | 626 | |
| Head tube angle | 71.75° | 71 | −0.8° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 74 | +0.5° |
| Chainstay length | 425mm | 430 | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059mm | 1061 | +2 mm |
| BB drop | 80mm | 75 | −5 mm |
| BB height | 270mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 805mm | 765 | −40 mm |
| Seat tube length | 530mm | 500 | −30 mm |
| Fork length | 389mm | 398 | +9 mm |
| Head tube length | 159mm | 200 | +41 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 580 |
Differences are the Merida SILEX+ 8000-E minus the Specialized Diverge Pro Carbon. Full charts: 2021 Specialized Diverge Pro Carbon, 2021 Merida SILEX+ 8000-E.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Diverge Pro CarbonMerida 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 Pro Carbon | Merida SILEX+ 8000-ESILEX+ 8000-E |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | not listed | Merida SILEX+ CF2 |
| Fork | not listed | Merida SILEX CF2 |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano GRX Disc DI2 |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano GRX817 |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano SLX |
| Chain | not listed | KMC X11 |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] |
| Wheelset | not listed | Fulrcum Rapid Red 500 |
| Tire | not listed | Kenda Flintridge Pro |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano GRX810 DI2 |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano RT-MT800 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Merida EXPERT GR |
| Stem | not listed | Merida EXPERT CW |
| Headset | not listed | SILEX Neck |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida TEAM CC |
| Saddle | not listed | Merida EXPERT CC |
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