Explore Specialized's Latest Affordable Trail and Downhill Bikes Featuring Enhanced Travel and Upgraded Components
Specialized has announced its latest range of Status bikes, expanding its offerings with the new Status 2 models. This new series updates the brand’s popular alloy-framed Status platform, adding more travel and options for different riding styles.
The Status 170 extends the travel for those seeking more aggressive trail riding capabilities. Its design features adjustable geometry to handle steep descents and rough terrain effectively. The Status DH 170 is equipped with a dual-crown fork and coil shocks to handle intense downhill runs. It also features a SRAM GX DH drivetrain and TRP Trail-Evo brakes for enhanced control and performance.
The new Status models come with a revised frame design that includes larger top and down tubes for increased strength. The geometry is adjustable via a flip-chip at the dropout pivot, allowing riders to fine-tune the bike’s handling and bottom bracket height.
All models now include improved components such as a longer dropper post and updated Shimano Deore drivetrains for better performance. The Status 2 140 and 170 use Marzocchi Bomber air shocks, while the 170 DH comes with a 180mm travel Boxxer Select fork and a Super Deluxe Select coil shock.
Specialized’s new Status 2 series delivers exciting options for both trail and downhill riders, with competitive pricing and notable upgrades across the range.
New Models: Status 2 140, Status 2 170, and Status 2 170 DH
| Status 2 New Models | Description |
|---|---|
 Specialized Status 2 170 | The Specialized Status 2 170 features an M5 alloy frame with 170mm of travel, making it ideal for aggressive trail riding. It comes equipped with a FOX FLOAT 38 Rhythm fork, Shimano Deore drivetrain, and TRP Trail EVO brakes. The bike uses mixed wheel sizes, with a 29-inch front and a 27.5-inch rear. This model is priced at $3,500. |
 Specialized Status 2 170 Zero | The Status 2 170 Zero includes an M5 alloy frame with 170mm of travel and a FOX FLOAT 36 Rhythm fork. It has a SRAM NX Eagle drivetrain, SRAM Code R brakes, and mixed wheel sizes with a 27.5-inch front and a 26-inch rear. This model is priced at $3,000. |
 Specialized Status 2 140 | The Status 2 140 has an M5 alloy frame with 140mm of travel, fitted with a Marzocchi Z1 fork. It features a Shimano Deore drivetrain, TRP Trail EVO brakes, and mixed wheel sizes with a 29-inch front and a 27.5-inch rear. This bike is priced at $3,500. |
 Specialized Status 2 140 Zero | The Status 2 140 Zero is built with an M5 alloy frame and 140mm of travel, using a Marzocchi Z1 fork. It comes with a SRAM NX Eagle drivetrain, SRAM Code R brakes, and mixed wheel sizes with a 27.5-inch front and a 26-inch rear. This model is priced at $3,000. |
 Specialized Status 2 170 DH | The Status 2 170 DH is designed for downhill riding, featuring an M5 alloy frame with 170mm of travel and a RockShox BoXXer fork. It includes a SRAM GX DH drivetrain, SRAM Maven Bronze brakes, and mixed wheel sizes with a 29-inch front and a 27.5-inch rear. This downhill-specific model is priced at $4,500. |
Specialized Status 2 140 Models
| Specification | Status 2 140 | Status 2 140 Zero |
|---|---|---|
| Stem | Alloy Trail Stem, 35mm bar bore | Alloy Trail Stem, 35mm bar bore |
| Handlebar | Specialized, 6061 alloy, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 30mm rise, S1: 780mm width, S2-S5: 800mm width | Specialized, 6061 alloy, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 30mm rise, 760mm width |
| Fork | Marzocchi Z1, GRIP damper, two position Sweep adjustment, 15x110mm Kabolt axle, 44mm offset, 140mm of travel | Marzocchi Z1, GRIP damper, two position Sweep adjustment, 15x110mm Kabolt axle, 37mm offset, 140mm of travel |
| Seatpost | X-Fusion Manic, infinite adjustable, two-bolt head, bottom mount cable routing, remote SLR LE lever, 34.9, S1: 125mm, S2: 150mm, S3-S4: 170mm, S5: 190mm | X-Fusion Manic, infinite adjustable, two-bolt head, bottom mount cable routing, remote SLR LE lever, 34.9mm, 100mm |
| Grip | Deity Knuckleduster | Deity Lockjaw |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore, M6120, 32T ring, 55mm chainline, S1:165mm, S2-S5: 170mm | SRAM X1 Eagle, DUB,155mm, 55mm chainline, 30T |
| Chain | Shimano Deore M6100, 12spd | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Saddle | Bridge Comp, Hollow Cr-mo rails, 143mm | Bridge Saddle, steel rails, 130mm |
| Derailleur : Rear | Shimano Deore, M6100, 12pd, Shadow Plus | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Hub : Front | Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28h | Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28h |
| Hub : Rear | Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 32h | Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 28h |
| Spoke | DT Swiss Industry | DT Swiss Industry |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M6100, 12spd w/Hyperglide+, 10-51t | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50t |
| Brakes | TRP Trail EVO, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 203mm (front & rear) | SRAM Code R, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 200mm (front), 180mm (rear) |
| Frame | M5 Alloy chassis and rear-end, Trail Geometry, horst pivot geo adjustment, threaded BB, internal cable routing with external rear brake option, 12x148mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, SRAM UDH compatible, 140mm of travel | M5 Alloy chassis and rear-end, Trail Geometry for 27.5" Front and 26" rear wheels, horst pivot geo adjustment, threaded BB, internal cable routing with external rear brake option, 12x148mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, SRAM UDH compatible, 140mm of travel |
| Wheels / Rim | Specialized, hookless alloy, 30mm inner width, tubeless ready | Roval Traverse, hookless alloy, 30mm inner width, tubeless ready |
| Front Tyre | Butcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T9 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3" | Butcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T7 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 27.5x2.3" |
| Rear Tyre | Butcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T7 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 27.5x2.3" | Butcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T7 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 26x2.3" |
| Tube | Standard, Presta valve | Standard, Presta valve |
| Weight | 15.29 kg | 15.31 kg |
| Price | $3,500 | $3,000 |
Specialized Status 2 170 Models
| Specification | Status 2 170 | Status 2 170 Zero | Status 2 170 DH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stem | Alloy Trail Stem, 35mm bar bore | Alloy Trail Stem, 35mm bar bore | Descendant 35mm Direct Mount Stem, 50mm length |
| Handlebar | Specialized, 6061 alloy, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 30mm rise, S1: 780mm width, S2-S5: 800mm width | Specialized, 6061 alloy, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 30mm rise, 760mm width | Specialized, 6061 alloy, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 30mm rise, 800mm width |
| Fork | Fox Float 36 Rhythm, GRIP damper, two position Sweep adjustment, 15x110mm QR axle, 44mm offset, 170mm of travel | Fox Float 36 Rhythm, GRIP damper, two position Sweep adjustment, 15x110mm QR axle, 44mm offset, 170mm of travel | RockShox Boxxer Select RC 29, DebonAir, Motion Control damper, 20x110mm Maxle DH thru-axle, 56mm offset, 200mm of travel |
| Seatpost | X-Fusion Manic, infinite adjustable, two-bolt head, bottom mount cable routing, remote SLR LE lever, 34.9, S1: 125mm, S2: 150mm, S3-S4: 170mm, S5: 190mm | X-Fusion Manic, infinite adjustable, two-bolt head, bottom mount cable routing, remote SLR LE lever, 34.9mm, 100mm | Descendant alloy, 0mm setback, 30.9mm |
| Grip | Deity Knuckleduster | Deity Lockjaw | Deity Lockjaw |
| Crankset | SRAM NX Eagle, DUB, 170mm, 32T | SRAM X1 Eagle, DUB, 170mm, 30T | Truvativ Descendant DH, 165mm, 34T |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed | SRAM NX DH, 7-speed |
| Saddle | Bridge Comp, Hollow Cr-mo rails, 143mm | Bridge Saddle, steel rails, 130mm | Bridge Saddle, steel rails, 130mm |
| Derailleur : Rear | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed | SRAM GX DH, 7-speed |
| Hub : Front | Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28h | Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28h | Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 20x110mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Hub : Rear | Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 32h | Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 28h | Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x157mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Spoke | DT Swiss Industry | DT Swiss Industry | DT Swiss Industry |
| Cassette | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50t | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50t | SRAM GX DH, 7-speed, 11-24t |
| Brakes | TRP Trail EVO, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 203mm (front & rear) | SRAM Code R, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 200mm (front), 180mm (rear) | SRAM Maven Bronze, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 200mm (front), 220mm (rear) |
| Frame | M5 Alloy chassis and rear-end, Trail Geometry, horst pivot geo adjustment, threaded BB, internal cable routing with external rear brake option, 12x148mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, SRAM UDH compatible, 170mm of travel | M5 Alloy chassis and rear-end, Trail Geometry for 27.5" Front and 26" rear wheels, horst pivot geo adjustment, threaded BB, internal cable routing with external rear brake option, 12x148mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, SRAM UDH compatible, 170mm of travel | M5 Alloy chassis and rear-end, Trail Geometry, horst pivot geo adjustment, threaded BB, internal cable routing with external rear brake option, 12x148mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, SRAM UDH compatible, 170mm of travel |
| Wheels / Rim | Specialized, hookless alloy, 30mm inner width, tubeless ready | Roval Traverse, hookless alloy, 30mm inner width, tubeless ready | Roval Alloy DH, 28mm internal width, tubeless ready. Front: 29", 28H, Rear: 27.5", 32H |
| Front Tyre | Butcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T9 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3" | Butcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T7 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 27.5x2.3" | Butcher, GRID GRAVITY casing, GRIPTON® T9 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3" |
| Rear Tyre | Butcher, GRID GRAVITY casing, GRIPTON® T9 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 27.5x2.3" | Butcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T7 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 26x2.3" | Butcher, GRID GRAVITY casing, GRIPTON® T9 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 27.5x2.3" |
| Tube | Standard, Presta valve | Standard, Presta valve | Standard, Presta valve |
| Weight | 15.56 kg | 15.56 kg | 17.18 kg |
| Price | $3,500 | $3,000 | $4,500 |
The Status 170 extends the travel for those seeking more aggressive trail riding capabilities. Its design features adjustable geometry to handle steep descents and rough terrain effectively. The Status DH 170 is equipped with a dual-crown fork and coil shocks to handle intense downhill runs. It also features a SRAM GX DH drivetrain and TRP Trail-Evo brakes for enhanced control and performance.
Frame and Geometry Updates
The new Status models come with a revised frame design that includes larger top and down tubes for increased strength. The geometry is adjustable via a flip-chip at the dropout pivot, allowing riders to fine-tune the bike’s handling and bottom bracket height.
Enhanced Components
All models now include improved components such as a longer dropper post and updated Shimano Deore drivetrains for better performance. The Status 2 140 and 170 use Marzocchi Bomber air shocks, while the 170 DH comes with a 180mm travel Boxxer Select fork and a Super Deluxe Select coil shock.
Specialized’s new Status 2 series delivers exciting options for both trail and downhill riders, with competitive pricing and notable upgrades across the range.
