Bicycle Specialized Crux Expert SRAM Rival XPLR AXS - Blue

Specialized Crux Expert Gravel Bike | SRAM Rival XPLR AXS 12v | FACT 10r Carbon | Roval Terra C Wheels

Discover the Specialized Crux Expert, the lightest gravel bike in the world, designed to dominate dirt trails with race-level performance, responsive geometry, and maximum versatility. With a FACT 10r carbon frame weighing only 825 grams, the Crux Expert represents the pinnacle of Specialized's gravel technology: light on climbs, stable on descents, agile everywhere.

Equipped with the new wireless electronic SRAM Rival XPLR AXS 12v groupset, this gravel bike offers fast and precise shifting, along with powerful and modulated braking thanks to hydraulic disc brakes. Completing the package are the Roval Terra C Disc carbon wheels and the Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready 700x40mm tires, ideal for technical off-road and fast pavement.

Why choose the Specialized Crux Expert?

• Extreme lightness: FACT 10r carbon frame weighing 825 g, inspired by the legendary Aethos

• Off-road capability: Tire clearance up to 47c or 650b x 2.1", for maximum versatility on any terrain

• Gravel performance geometry: Responsive and comfortable, optimized for long distances and technical off-road

• SRAM Rival XPLR AXS electronic drivetrain: Wireless reliability and precision

• Premium components: Roval carbon wheels, Terra Carbon seatpost, Body Geometry Power Expert saddle

Technical Specifications – Specialized Crux Expert

Frame & Suspension

• Frame: Crux FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x142mm, flat mount disc, UDH dropout

• Fork: S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm, flat mount disc

Brakes

• Front: SRAM Rival AXS E1, hydraulic disc brake, 160 mm rotor

• Rear: SRAM Rival AXS E1, hydraulic disc brake, 160 mm rotor

Drivetrain

• Shift/brake levers: SRAM Rival AXS E1 HRD

• Rear derailleur: SRAM Rival XPLR AXS E1

• Cassette: SRAM Rival XPLR XG-1351, 13-speed, 10-46T

• Chain: SRAM Rival E1

• Crankset: SRAM Rival XPLR E1

• Bottom bracket: SRAM DUB BSA

• Chainring: 40T

Wheels & Tires

• Wheels: Roval Terra C, 25 mm carbon rim (internal), 32 mm depth, DT 370 hubs, 24 DT Swiss Comp Race spokes

• Tires: Pathfinder Pro 700x40, Tubeless Ready

• Inner tubes: Presta, 700x32-50 mm

Cockpit & Components

• Handlebar: Specialized Adventure Gear, 118.9 mm drop, 70 mm reach, 12° flare

• Stem: Specialized Pro SL aluminum, 4 bolts

• Handlebar tape: Supacaz Super Sticky Kush

• Saddle: Body Geometry Power Expert

• Seatpost: Roval Terra Carbon, 20 mm offset

• Seat collar: Specialized Alloy, 30 mm diameter

Size & Weight

• Bike weight: 8.1 kg (17 lb, 13.7 oz)

• Weighed size: 56

• Product code: 223489

Note Well

Technical specifications may change without notice depending on component availability.
Product images are purely indicative and may not exactly reflect the described features.

Perfect for Extreme Gravel

The Crux Expert is designed for those who want to push the limits of gravel. Thanks to its lightness, generous tire clearance, and reliable electronic drivetrain, it is the ideal companion for gravel races, off-road adventures, or high-performance bikepacking.