Specialized has expanded its ever popular Sirrus range of bikes, which are regarded as among the best hybrid bikes, to help push it far beyond its original, urban commuter user base with the launch of the new Specialized Sirrus X.
Boasting the ability to take the performance of the Sirrus and push it out of its town and tarmac comfort zone, Specialized are pushing this new Sirrus X as being possibly the one bike to do-it-all.
Sirrus X Need to Know
Five new Sirrus X models priced from £549-£1,599
A1 Aluminium alloy or Fact 9r carbon fibre frame and fork dependent on model
Top two Sirrus X models feature same Future Shock suspension as found on Roubaix range
All models feature larger volume 42c tyres for added versatility
Every model based around a simplified single chainring drivetrain
All Sirrus X models feature revised Sirrus geometry making them shorter and taller for a more comfortable riding position over varying terrain
Each model adds reflective decals on both frame and tyres for added visibility
Sirrus X is a shared platform, meaning it isn’t gender specific.
Body Geometry Bridge saddle is specifically designed as a being cross-gender suitable, created for fitness riders
Sirrus X 2.0 £549
A1 aluminium alloy frame, steel fork
Microshift 8 speed drivetrain
Promax hydraulic brakes
Sirrus X 3.0 £699
A1 aluminium frame and fork
Microshift 9 speed drivetrain
Tektro hydraulic brakes
Sirrus X 4.0 £999
A1 SL aluminium alloy frame, carbon fork
Future Shock stem/steerer based suspension
Shimano Deore 10 speed drivetrain
Shimano hydraulic brakes
Sirrus X 5.0 £1,599
Fact 9r carbon fibre frame and fork
Future Shock stem/steerer based suspension
Shimano SLX 11 speed drivetrain
Shimano hydraulic brakes
Tubeless ready wheels and tyres
The 'standard' Sirrus range is set to continue along the same vein and continues to be road focused, operating a double chainring drivetrain.
Sirrus will start with the 1.0 rim brake version in the UK, with all other models using hydraulic disc brakes. 2.0 is all alloy frame and fork, whilst the 3.0 has a carbon fork.
The top of the line 6.0 is a carbon frame and fork will have Shimano 105 and Future Shock. UK pricing will range from £449 - £1,999. All models should be available to order from your local dealer soon.
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James Bracey's career has seen him move from geography teacher, to MBR writer, to Cycling Weekly's senior tech writer and video presenter. He possesses an in-depth knowledge of bicycle mechanics, as well as bike fit and coaching qualifications. Bracey enjoys all manner of cycling, from road to gravel and mountain biking.
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