2023 Specialized Diverge STR vs 2021 Merida SILEX+ 6000
The L is the Merida SILEX+ 6000 size closest to your 61 Specialized Diverge STR. 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 STR in 61, the Merida SILEX+ 6000 in L places the top of the head tube 14 mm lower and 5 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 4 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −14 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +5 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +4 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.8°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +1 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Diverge STR, 61Merida SILEX+ 6000, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Diverge STR 61 | Merida SILEX+ 6000 L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 410mm | 415 | +5 mm |
| Stack | 659mm | 645 | −14 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.75° | 71 | −0.8° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74 | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 429mm | 430 | +1 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1078mm | 1082 | +4 mm |
| BB drop | 85mm | 75 | −10 mm |
| BB height | 265mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 833mm | 794 | −39 mm |
| Seat tube length | 560mm | 530 | −30 mm |
| Fork length | 390mm | 398 | +8 mm |
| Head tube length | 182mm | 220 | +38 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 600 |
Differences are the Merida SILEX+ 6000 minus the Specialized Diverge STR. Full charts: 2023 Specialized Diverge STR, 2021 Merida SILEX+ 6000.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Diverge STRMerida 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 STRS-Works STR | Merida SILEX+ 6000SILEX+ 6000 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized S-Works Diverge FACT | Merida SILEX+ CF2 |
| Fork | Specialized Future Shock 2.0 | Merida SILEX CF2 |
| Shifter | SRAM Red eTap AXS | SRAM Force 1 HRD |
| Derailleur | SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS | SRAM Force 1 |
| Cassette | SRAM X01 Eagle | SRAM PG 1130 |
| Chain | SRAM XX1 Eagle | KMC X11 |
| Crankset | SRAM Red 1 AXS | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [Sram FC] |
| Wheelset | Roval Terra CLX II | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Tracer Pro 2BR | Kenda Flintridge Pro |
| Brake | SRAM Red eTap AXS | SRAM Force 1 HRD |
| Handlebar | Roval Terra | Merida EXPERT GR |
| Stem | Specialized S-Works Future | Merida EXPERT CW |
| Saddle | Specialized S-Works Power | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Rotor | not listed | SRAM CenterLine Rotor |
| Headset | not listed | SILEX Neck |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida EXPERT CC |
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