Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, Ground Control Geometry, 26"", formed tubes, forged dropouts w/ replaceable derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NEX, alloy lowers, coil/MCU spring, Hi-Ten 28mm stanchions, 1-1/8"" steerer, preload adjust, 63mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney, 7-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Tourney Revo-Shift, 7-speed, w/ optical display
Cassette
Shimano MegaRange, 7-speed, 14-34
Crank
Forged alloy, w/ double chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, cartridge bearings, 68mm
Chain
KMC Z7, silent shift, 1/2""x3/32"", reusable Missing Link
Pedals
Plastic body w/ rubber top, loose ball bearings, w/ reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Double-sealed, loose ball, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Alloy, freewheel type, sealed, QR, 32h
Rims
26"", alloy double-wall, CNC sidewalls, pin joint, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Specialized Hemisphere, Flak Jacket protection, 26x1.95""
Brakes
Brakes
V-brake, die cast alloy, linear pull, 60mm 1 pc. pads
Brake Levers
Die-cast alloy
Cockpit
Stem
Quill stem, alloy die-cast, 2-bolt, 150mm
Handlebar
Specialized riser, alloy, 15-degree backsweep, 4-degree upsweep, 60mm rise, 25.4mm
Headset
1-1/8"" FSA Intelaset, threaded, Cr-Mo cups
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Comfort, steel spring rails
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt, micro-adjust, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 630 mm | 644 mm | 665 mm | 679 mm |
| Rake | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Trail | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 614 mm | 629 mm | 644 mm | 659 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 425 mm | 480 mm | 535 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 160 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm | 220 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 504 mm | 504 mm | 504 mm | 504 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1127 mm | 1142 mm | 1163 mm | 1177 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 59 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm |
| Standover Height | 695 mm | 740 mm | 785 mm | 828 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Expedition belongs to the Specialized Expedition model. Specialized launched 16 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Expedition bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Comfort bikes
If you want an acceptable Comfort bike you should know that the average price is 360$. However, even though the average price of a Comfort bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Expedition components
Fork
The Expedition comes factory-installed with the SunTour NEX fork. This has a travel range of 63mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
Expedition has an aluminum fork, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels size
The Expedition 2015 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Expedition comes with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.