2022 Specialized
Diverge Expert
A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price
€5,670($6,230)| Frame | Carbon |
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| Suspension | Hardtail, 20mm |
| Fork | Specialized Future Shock 2.0 |
| Wheels | 700c |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | GX Eagle AXS, Rival AXS |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
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View Comparison5'4" – 5'7"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'8" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'2" – 6'6"
6'5" – 6'9"
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Sep 2023
I’ve been quite happy for my gravel riding to remain a suspension free pursuit; well, I was until I spent a couple of months on Specialized’s Diverge STR Expert. With the brand's Future Shock treatment now extending to the rear end of the Diverge, not only is it one of the comfiest gravel bikes on the market, but that ‘boing-free’ rear end also aids traction on climbs and minimises fatigue. Though, I'll admit, its aesthetics are quite divisive.
May 2023
Compliance without compromise is the name of the game here in this future-thinking adventure machine, but does it work?
Feb 2023 · Jack Luke
The divisive Future Shock Rear 'suspension' system is tricky to set up, and the build isn't competitive for the price, but the Diverge STR Expert will delight those who like high-tech bikes
Super-smooth ride when seated
Hugely versatile
Sorted geometry
Improved tyre spec
Quirky aesthetic
Very involved setup
Uncompetitive build for the price
Quirky aesthetic
Oct 2022 · Tyler Benedict
Specialized suspends the rider by using the seat tube as a fully damped carbon leaf spring, letting you power thru the roughest gravel roads!
Oct 2022 · Peter Stuart
The new gravel race bike is a big step forward in tech, and though it comes at a price, the gains could be well worth it
Better ride quality
More ride versatility
Better all-around performance
Impressive comfort across all terrain
Added complexity
Increased price
Oct 2022 · Matthew Loveridge
Specialized’s radical new butt suspension shows great promise but is this the future of gravel?
Ingenious approach to suspension seems to work well
Retains best bits of previous model
Impressive price tag
Exposed rear suspension won't be to all tastes
Oct 2022 · William Tracy
Yes, the suspension works.
Jan 2022 · Jeremy Benson
For the 2021 model year, Specialized redesigned their popular Diverge gravel bikes. It feels more confident and stable on descents and at speed thanks to...
| Frame | Specialized Diverge FACT 9r carbon, SWAT™ Door integration, Future Shock suspension, threaded BB, internal routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Colors: Gloss Teal Tint / Carbon/limestone/wild; Gloss Arctic Blue / Sand Speckle/terra Cotta |
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| Fork | Future Shock 2.0 w/ Damper, Smooth Boot, FACT carbon, 12x100 mm thru-axle, flat-mount Travel: 20mm |
| Bottom Bracket | BSA, 68mm, threaded |
| Stem | Future Stem, Pro |
| Handlebar | Specialized Adventure Gear Hover, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Power Expert |
| Seatpost | Roval Terra Carbon Seat Post, 20mm Offset Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle AXS, w/ battery cover |
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| Crank | SRAM Rival 1 Wide |
| Shifters | SRAM Rival eTap AXS, hydraulic |
| Cassette | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50t |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, hydraulic disc Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | PATHFINDER PRO 2BR, TAN SIDEWALL, 700x42 |
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Last updated May 11