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Shop the 2027 Specialized Crux 5 Expert SRAM Force XPLR Gravel Bike with FACT 10r carbon frame, Roval Terra C III wheels and 8.22kg race-ready build.
Shop the 2027 Specialized Crux 5 Expert SRAM Force XPLR Gravel Bike with FACT 10r carbon frame, Roval Terra C III wheels and 8.22kg race-ready build.
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2027 Specialized Crux 5 Expert SRAM Force XPLR Gravel Bike - Burnt Gold

£5,999.00
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2027 Specialized Crux 5 Expert SRAM Force XPLR Gravel Bike - Burnt Gold

Season:2027

Brand:Specialized

Code:42948305469837

2027 Specialized Crux 5 Expert Gravel Race Bike | FACT 10r Carbon, SRAM Force AXS XPLR & Roval Terra C III Wheels


The Specialized Crux 5 Expert SRAM Force XPLR Gravel Bike is a lightweight, high-performance carbon gravel race bike engineered for speed, efficiency and confident handling across real-world gravel terrain. Born from the fastest gravel race bike ever made, the Crux 5 Expert is designed to help riders convert more power into pure speed when racing on dirt, gravel and mixed-surface routes.

  • Premium 2027 Specialized Crux 5 Expert gravel race bike
  • Designed for gravel racing, endurance riding and mixed-terrain speed
  • Lightweight FACT 10r carbon frame, weighing just 897g
  • Complete bike weight of approximately 8.22kg
  • Fast, responsive handling for dirt, gravel and all-road performance
  • Roval Terra C III wheels for strength, speed and efficiency
  • Roval Terra handlebar and Rapide stem cockpit setup
  • Wireless SRAM Force AXS XPLR drivetrain
  • Gravel-specific gearing for race-ready performance
  • Built to deliver low real-world Time to Finish across race terrain
  • Ideal for competitive gravel riders and performance-focused cyclists

Built around a premium FACT 10r carbon frame, weighing just 897 grams, the Specialized Crux 5 Expert delivers the responsive ride feel, low weight and race-focused performance serious gravel riders demand. Its fast, precise handling gives the bike a road-race-inspired feel on loose surfaces, helping you stay in control when the pace is high and the terrain gets rough.

The Roval Terra C III wheels provide a strong and efficient platform for gravel racing, endurance events and fast all-road riding. Paired with a Roval Terra handlebar and Rapide stem, the cockpit delivers a performance-focused setup with comfort and control for long days in the saddle.

Equipped with a wireless SRAM Force AXS XPLR drivetrain, the Crux 5 Expert offers smooth, accurate electronic shifting and gravel-specific gearing for demanding race conditions. With a complete bike weight of approximately 8.22kg, this carbon gravel bike is built for riders who want speed, reliability and race-ready performance without compromise.

Whether you are lining up for gravel races, tackling endurance events or chasing faster times over mixed terrain, the 2027 Specialized Crux 5 Expert SRAM Force XPLR is designed to help you ride faster, climb efficiently and finish stronger.

Technical Information
  • Frame
    Crux 5 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc, UDH dropout
  • Fork
    S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
  • Seat Binder
    Integrated Wedge
  • Seatpost
    S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seat post, FACT Carbon, 15mm offset
  • Stem
    Roval Rapide, alloy, 4 bolt, -6 degrees
  • Saddle
    Body Geometry Power Expert
  • Handlebars
    Roval Terra, carbon, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare
  • Tape
    Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
  • Front Brake
    SRAM Force E1, hydraulic disc
  • Rear Brake
    SRAM Force E1, hydraulic disc
  • Chain
    SRAM Force E1
  • Cassette
    SRAM Force E1 XPLR, 13-speed, 10-46t
  • Bottom Bracket
    SRAM DUB BSA 68 Wide
  • Crankset
    SRAM Force E1 XPLR, DUB Wide, 40t
  • Shift Levers
    SRAM Force AXS E1, hydraulic disc
  • Rear Derailleur
    SRAM Force AXS E1 XPLR, 13-speed
  • Inner Tubes
    700x32-50mm, 40mm Presta valve
  • Front Tyre
    Pathfinder 700x45, Tubeless Ready
  • Rear Tyre
    Pathfinder 700x45, Tubeless Ready
  • Front Wheel
    Roval Terra C III, 27mm inner width carbon rim, tubeless ready, 25.5mm depth, DT 370 hub, 24h, Sapim D-Light spokes
  • Rear Wheel
    Roval Terra C III, 27mm inner width carbon rim, tubeless ready, 25.5mm depth, DT 370 hub, 24h, Sapim D-Light spokes
  • Weight
    8.22 kg (18 lb, 2.0 oz)
  • Weight Size
    56cm
As with any product, specification is subject to change without prior notification. You are advised to confirm current specification before buying. Please note that this bike does not come with pedals.
Sizing Information

SIZING

Size in ft4'11" - 5'2"5'2" - 5'5"5'4" - 5'6"5'6" - 5'9"5'9" - 6'0"6'0" - 6'3"6'3" - 6'6"
Size in cm150 - 158cm158 - 165cm163 - 168cm168 - 175cm175 - 183cm183 - 191cm191 - 198cm
Bike Size46495254565861

GEOMETRY

Size49cm52cm54cm56cm58cm61cm
BB Drop80mm80mm78mm78mm78mm78mm
BB Height278mm278mm280mm280mm280mm280mm
Bike Standover Height753mm766mm781mm803mm823mm849mm
Chainstay Length425mm425mm425mm425mm425mm425mm
Fork Length, Full401mm401mm401mm401mm401mm401mm
Fork Rake/Offset51mm51mm51mm51mm51mm51mm
Front Centre594mm604mm613mm626mm644mm665mm
Head Tube Angle70.5°70.75°71°71.5°71.5°71.5°
Head Tube Length95mm110mm125mm142mm163mm188mm
Reach375mm382mm388mm400mm412mm425mm
Seat Tube Angle75.5°74.5°74.5°74°74°74°
Seat Tube Length445mm456mm473mm497mm515mm545mm
Stack530mm547mm560mm578mm598mm621mm
Top Tube Length, Horizontal512mm534mm543mm566mm583mm603mm
Trail72mm71mm69mm66mm66mm66mm
Wheelbase1008mm1016mm1026mm1039mm1057mm1078mm
Crank Length165mm165mm170mm170mm172.5mm172.5mm
Handlebar Width380mm380mm400mm400mm420mm420mm
Stem Length75mm90mm90mm100mm100mm100mm
Saddle Width155mm155mm143mm143mm143mm143mm
Seatpost Length300mm300mm380mm380mm380mm380mm
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