At a glance
The 2021 Specialized Diverge Elite E5 is a General and Endurance aluminium road bike. It is priced at $1,900 USD, comes in a range of sizes, including 44cm, 49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm and a shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Specialized's Diverge Elite E5 range of road bikes.- Whether your goal is to escape on gravel back roads, far from cars and crowds, toe the start line at your first gravel race, or simply get the most versatile bike on the road or dirt, no bike is better than the Diverge. It’s quite simply the fastest, most capable—and just maybe the most fun—alloy bike we’ve ever made, delivering a ride that’s quick and lively, but stable and confidence-inspiring when the terrain gets rough. With all-new gravel geometry and category-leading tire clearance, the Diverge represents everything we’ve learned over more than 40 years of riding road, gravel, and dirt. The Diverge writes an entirely new chapter in the gravel bike category, so you can dream up entirely new rides. It’s the ultimate getaway vehicle.
The Diverge Elite E5 utilizes our premium E5 alloy frame and a full carbon FACT fork for a fast, confident, and comfortable ride on road, in the dirt, and over thick gravel. Shimano’s gravel inspired GRX 400 group shifts 2×10 gears smoothly on any terrain, while Axis Elite alloy wheels with Road Sport 35mm tires provide an efficient ride on pavement with the versatility for hardpack dirt riding.
- Nothing unlocks a bike’s capability like tire clearance, so we gave the new Diverge a whopping 47mm of tire clearance with a 700c wheel and 2.1-inch with a 650b wheel. Thanks to a drive-side chainstay utilizing a machined alloy beam behind the chainrings, we’ve created clearance without using a fragile dropped chainstay design or increasing chainstay length.
- Our Premium E5 Aluminum frame provides a stiff, light, and durable platform. When mated to our full carbon FACT fork, the Diverge Base E5 becomes a light, lively, and versatile bike that’s ready to attack any surface.
- We tossed gravel geometry "status quo" out the window. The new Diverge has the most progressive geometry we’ve ever created for a drop bar bike, giving riders a capable and stable bike in the dirt, that still feels responsive and nimble on the road. We’ve increased the frame’s reach and introduced a slacker head tube and a longer offset fork. All this creates incredible confidence with a planted feeling in the dirt, while spec’ing shorter stems keeps the overall cockpit length the same and the steering lively. We’ve kept the bike’s BB low to increase stability, but high enough to utilize with 650b wheels if that’s your jam.
- We’ve given the Diverge plenty of rack mounts, including fork and top tube mounts, to ensure you can take what you need, no matter how far you plan to go or how long you plan to stay out.
Where To Buy
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Specifications
Frameset
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FrameSpecialized Diverge E5 Premium Aluminum, threaded BB, internal routing, flat-mount disc
Wheels
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WheelsFront: 12 x 100mm thru-axle
Rear: 12 x 142mm thru-axle -
Tires[F] Specialized RoadSport, Flak Jacket protection, 700x35mm
Drivetrain
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ChainKMC X10, 10-speed w/reusable Missing Link
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CrankShimano GRX RX600
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Bottom BracketShimano threaded
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Front DerailleurShimano GRX RX400, braze-on
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Rear DerailleurShimano GRX RX400, 10-speed
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ShiftersShimano GRX RX400 hydraulic brake levers, 2x10 speed mechanical shifting
Components
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BrakesetShimano GRX RX400, hydraulic disc
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HandlebarSpecialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125mm, 31.8mm clamp
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SaddleBody Geometry Bridge Saddle, steel rails
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SeatpostAlloy, 2-bolt Clamp, 12mm offset, 27.2mm, anti-corrosion hardware
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StemSpecialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
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GripsSpecialized S-Wrap
FAQ
Q: How much is a 2021 Specialized Diverge Elite E5?
A 2021 Specialized Diverge Elite E5 is typically priced around $1,900 USD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.
Q: What size 2021 Specialized Diverge Elite E5 should I get?
The 2021 Specialized Diverge Elite E5 comes in sizes 44cm, 49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Specialized Diverge Elite E5 size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.
| Rider Height (cm) | Rider Height (in) | Frame Size |
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| 148cm - 158cm | 4'10" - 5'2" | XS |
| 158cm - 168cm | 5'2" - 5'6" | S |
| 168cm - 178cm | 5'6" - 5' 10" | M |
| 178cm - 185cm | 5'10" - 6'1" | L |
| 185cm - 193cm | 6'1" - 6'4" | XL |
| 193cm - 198cm | 6'4" - 6'6" | XXL |
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