Specialized Diverge E5 Expert Evo Disc Gravel Bike 2023
Comprising a light and laterally stiff aluminium frame and a carbon fork, the Specialized Diverge E5 Expert Evo Disc Gravel Bike promotes a lively and inspiring ride when blasting across the trails or tackling a weekend of bikepacking. The fork’s steerer tube integrates the Future Shock 1.5 damping unit to add front-end plushness over the most rutted surfaces, and the longer and slacker geometry combines with the flat handlebar format to grant heightened stability and composure on technical tracks. In addition, tyre clearance for up to 700c x 47mm or 650b x 2.1” wide tyres gives the opportunity of the extra grip and compliance that broader rubber naturally affords, which is ideal for more extreme riding situations.
Robust but lightweight wheels are driven by smooth-shifting, wide-ranging SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed gears. Hydraulic disc brakes are tasked with the stopping duties and perform these with power and control in all weather. Multiple mounting points for luggage racks, bottles and mudguards are added, while a dropper post completes the build and gets the saddle out of the way on rapid, twisty descents.
Highlights
- A perfect steed for off-road blasts or bikepacking trips
- The premium E5 alloy frame is stiff, light and durable
- Lightweight and compliant full carbon fork
- An innovative Future Shock 1.5 steerer tube configuration effectively damps rough trails and tracks via its 20mm of travel
- The geometry is longer and slacker for more stability, composure and comfort off-road
- Generous tyre clearance accommodates up to 700c x 47mm or 650b x 2.1" tyres
- The extra tyre clearance is afforded by using a solid machined alloy driveside chainstay as opposed to a kinked, fragile dropped design
- Luggage rack mounts, fork and top tube mounts facilitate the longest adventures
- Mudguard mounts offer the option of full protection in bad weather
- Light but robust wheels guarantee a lively and reliable ride
- SRAM GX Eagle 1x12-speed gears shift flawlessly amongst a wide range of ratios
- Hydraulic disc brakes stop with power and control in all weather conditions
- A dropper post gets the saddle out of the way during fast and technical descents
Technical Specification
| Frame | Specialized Diverge E5 Premium Aluminium, Future Shock suspension, 1x specific EVO geometry, BSA threaded bottom bracket, internal routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc |
| Fork | Specialized FACT carbon with Future Shock 1.5, Smooth Boot, 12x100 mm thru-axle, flat-mount |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB BSA 68 Wide |
| Stem | Specialized Future Stem, Comp |
| Handlebar | Specialized Alloy Minirise, 6.5mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp |
| Grips | Specialized Trail Grips |
| Front Brake | SRAM Level TLM, hydraulic disc, 160mm CenterLine rotor |
| Rear Brake | SRAM Level TLM, hydraulic disc, 160mm CenterLine rotor |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Level, hydraulic |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Shift Levers | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM NX Eagle PG-1230, 12-speed, 11-50t |
| Crankset | SRAM Rival 1 Wide |
| Front Wheel | DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless-ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru-axle hub, Center Lock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples |
| Rear Wheel | DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless-ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru-axle hub, Center Lock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples |
| Front Tyre | Rhombus Pro, 2Bliss Ready, 700x42mm, tubeless-ready clincher |
| Rear Tyre | Rhombus Pro, 2Bliss Ready, 700x42mm, tubeless-ready clincher |
| Saddle | Specialized Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails |
| Seatpost | TranzX Dropper, 27.2mm, 90mm travel |
| Pedals | Available to be purchased separately |
Built, Checked, Tuned and Tested
All our bikes are fully built, checked, tuned and tested by our Cytech qualified mechanics and then securely packaged, ready for delivery. All you have to do is add the pedals (if included), attach the handlebars to the stem and tighten them following the included detailed instructions or by watching our video and using the provided FREE tools. Visit our Bike Assembly page to see how you assemble your new bike once you receive it.
All bikes collected from our shop, are built, tested and ready to ride. For hassle-free home delivery and bike set-up from a qualified mechanic use our Premier Delivery Service.
Please note, occasionally, manufacturers may change the specification without notice. Bicycles do not come with pedals unless otherwise specified. Bikes ordered for delivery will not arrive with the pedals installed, please refer to the owners manual and pedal installation guides provided for guidance. We do not install accessories to bikes, including mudguards. Bikes ordered for delivery that have tubeless compatible tyres and rims will arrive with inner tubes installed or with tubeless valves installed, this will be brand dependent. Sealant is available to be purchased separately.
If you require any assistance please contact our Customer Care team.
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