2023 Specialized Diverge STR Expert vs 2023 Khs GRIT 440
The ML/56 is the Khs GRIT 440 size closest to your 52 Specialized Diverge STR 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 Khs GRIT 440
Compared with the Specialized Diverge STR Expert in 52, the Khs GRIT 440 in ML/56 places the top of the head tube 13 mm higher and 11 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +13 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +11 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- +1.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +6 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Specialized Diverge STR Expert is drawn. The Khs GRIT 440 numbers we have for size ML/56 are missing the wheelbase.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Diverge STR Expert 52 | Khs GRIT 440 ML/56 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 374 | 385 | +11 mm |
| Stack | 576 | 589 | +13 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70.5° | 72 | +1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.25° | 73 | −1.3° |
| Chainstay length | 429mm | 435 | +6 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1027mm | not listed | |
| BB drop | 85mm | not listed | |
| BB height | 265mm | 283 | +18 mm |
| Standover | 730mm | 823 | +93 mm |
| Seat tube length | 430mm | 560 | +130 mm |
| Fork length | 390mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 170 | +70 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 565 |
Differences are the Khs GRIT 440 minus the Specialized Diverge STR Expert. Full charts: 2023 Specialized Diverge STR Expert, 2023 Khs GRIT 440.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Diverge STR ExpertKhs GRIT 440
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 STR ExpertSTR Expert | Khs GRIT 440GRIT 440 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Diverge FACT | not listed |
| Fork | Specialized Future Shock 2.0 | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM Rival eTAP AXS | Shimano GRX RX600 Gravel |
| Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle AXS | Shimano GRX RX810 Gravel |
| Cassette | SRAM NX Eagle | not listed |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle | KMC X11EL |
| Crankset | SRAM Rival 1 | FSA Gossamer Compact Pro |
| Chainring | SRAM Rival E1 | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | FSA BB386 EVO Threaded |
| Wheelset | Roval Terra C | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Tracer Pro 2BR | Kenda K1226 Alluvium Pro |
| Brake | SRAM Rival eTap AXS | Shimano New GRX Gravel |
| Rotor | SRAM Paceline | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized Hover | FSA Adventure Compact |
| Stem | Specialized Future | FSA Aluminum 3D Forged |
| Seatpost | S Works Carbon | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Expert | Khs Sport Road |
| Hub | not listed | Formula RXC-142S |
| Rim | not listed | WTB ST-I25 TCS |
| Headset | not listed | FSA Orbit C40-ACB |
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