2022 Specialized Diverge 9r vs 2021 Merida SILEX+ 6000
The XS is the Merida SILEX+ 6000 size closest to your 54 Specialized Diverge 9r. 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 9r in 54, the Merida SILEX+ 6000 in XS places the top of the head tube 4 mm lower and 4 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 5 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −4 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −4 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −5 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.3°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Diverge 9r, 54Merida SILEX+ 6000, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Diverge 9r 54 | Merida SILEX+ 6000 XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 383mm | 379 | −4 mm |
| Stack | 592mm | 588 | −4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.25° | 71 | −0.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 74 | +0.5° |
| Chainstay length | 425mm | 430 | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1032mm | 1027 | −5 mm |
| BB drop | 80mm | 75 | −5 mm |
| BB height | 270mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 754mm | 706 | −48 mm |
| Seat tube length | 470mm | 440 | −30 mm |
| Fork length | 389mm | 398 | +9 mm |
| Head tube length | 116mm | 160 | +44 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 548 |
Differences are the Merida SILEX+ 6000 minus the Specialized Diverge 9r. Full charts: 2022 Specialized Diverge 9r, 2021 Merida SILEX+ 6000.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Diverge 9rMerida 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 9r9r | Merida SILEX+ 6000SILEX+ 6000 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Diverge FACT | Merida SILEX+ CF2 |
| Fork | Specialized Future Shock 2.0 | Merida SILEX CF2 |
| Seatpost | Roval Terra | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Shifter | not listed | SRAM Force 1 HRD |
| Derailleur | not listed | SRAM Force 1 |
| Cassette | not listed | SRAM PG 1130 |
| Chain | not listed | KMC X11 |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [Sram FC] |
| Tire | not listed | Kenda Flintridge Pro |
| Brake | not listed | SRAM Force 1 HRD |
| Rotor | not listed | SRAM CenterLine Rotor |
| Handlebar | not listed | Merida EXPERT GR |
| Stem | not listed | Merida EXPERT CW |
| Headset | not listed | SILEX Neck |
| Saddle | not listed | Merida EXPERT CC |
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