Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Claris, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
49cm
155cm - 164cm
52cm
161cm - 171cm
54cm
169cm - 178cm
56cm
175cm - 181cm
58cm
179cm - 189cm
61cm
187cm - 196cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, threaded BB
Suspension Fork
FACT carbon fiber, alloy steerer/crown, Zertz inserts, post disc mount, Plug + Play fender mount
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Claris 2400, 8-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Claris 2400, braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Claris 2400 STI
Cassette
Sunrace, 8-speed, 11-32t
Crank
FSA Gossamer Pro, Direct mount ABS, MegaExo Integrated Interface, 68mm English BB, 9-/10-speed, forged 6066 aluminum, 144mm Q-factor, 48/32T
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB
Chain
KMC Z7, 8-speed w/reusable MissingLink
Wheels
Rims
Axis Sport Disc, QR
Tires
Specialized Espoir Sport, 60TPI, wire bead, double BlackBelt protection, 700x28mm
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Mira, mechanical disc
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
Handlebar
Specialized Shallow Drop, alloy, 125mm drop, 70mm short-reach
Seat
Saddle
Toupe Sport
Seatpost
Alloy, 12.5mm offset, 2-bolt clamp, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 49cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.4 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.62 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 272.5 mm | 272.5 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm | 275.5 mm | 275.5 mm |
| Front Center | 582 mm | 588 mm | 596 mm | 606 mm | 621 mm | 629 mm |
| Rake | 49 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm |
| Trail | 61 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 54 mm |
| Stack | 530 mm | 549 mm | 566 mm | 592 mm | 624 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 379 mm | 379 mm | 381 mm | 388 mm | 392 mm | 399 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 516 mm | 536 mm | 548 mm | 566 mm | 582 mm | 602 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.25 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 418 mm | 447 mm | 466 mm | 485 mm | 510 mm | 535 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 94 mm | 114 mm | 134 mm | 159 mm | 194 mm | 214 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 413 mm | 413 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 419 mm | 421 mm |
| Wheelbase | 984 mm | 990 mm | 1002 mm | 1012 mm | 1030 mm | 1040 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 73 mm | 73 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 731 mm | 757 mm | 777 mm | 799 mm | 830 mm | 852 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 161 cm | 169 cm | 175 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 171 cm | 178 cm | 181 cm | 189 cm | 196 cm |
About this model
Diverge A1 is part of the Specialized Diverge model. Specialized launched 115 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized Diverge bikes models from 2017, here.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Gravel bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Gravel bike is 2462$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Gravel bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Diverge A1 components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
The Diverge A1 2017 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Diverge A1 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
This bike is available in 6 sizes. They vary from 155 cm – 196 cm (5.09 ft – 6.43 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.