What’s New with the Specialized Status 2 140 and 170 Bikes?

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.

Whats New With The Specialized Status 2 140 And 170 Bikes

New Models: Status 2 140, Status 2 170, and Status 2 170 DH


Status 2 New ModelsDescription
Specialized Status 2 170Specialized Status 2 170The 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 ZeroSpecialized Status 2 170 ZeroThe 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 140Specialized Status 2 140The 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 ZeroSpecialized Status 2 140 ZeroThe 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 DHSpecialized Status 2 170 DHThe 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 And 170 Bikes Full Details

Specialized Status 2 140 Models


SpecificationStatus 2 140Status 2 140 Zero
StemAlloy Trail Stem, 35mm bar boreAlloy Trail Stem, 35mm bar bore
HandlebarSpecialized, 6061 alloy, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 30mm rise, S1: 780mm width, S2-S5: 800mm widthSpecialized, 6061 alloy, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 30mm rise, 760mm width
ForkMarzocchi Z1, GRIP damper, two position Sweep adjustment, 15x110mm Kabolt axle, 44mm offset, 140mm of travelMarzocchi Z1, GRIP damper, two position Sweep adjustment, 15x110mm Kabolt axle, 37mm offset, 140mm of travel
SeatpostX-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: 190mmX-Fusion Manic, infinite adjustable, two-bolt head, bottom mount cable routing, remote SLR LE lever, 34.9mm, 100mm
GripDeity KnuckledusterDeity Lockjaw
CranksetShimano Deore, M6120, 32T ring, 55mm chainline, S1:165mm, S2-S5: 170mmSRAM X1 Eagle, DUB,155mm, 55mm chainline, 30T
ChainShimano Deore M6100, 12spdSRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
SaddleBridge Comp, Hollow Cr-mo rails, 143mmBridge Saddle, steel rails, 130mm
Derailleur : RearShimano Deore, M6100, 12pd, Shadow PlusSRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Hub : FrontAlloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28hAlloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28h
Hub : RearAlloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 32hAlloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 28h
SpokeDT Swiss IndustryDT Swiss Industry
CassetteShimano Deore M6100, 12spd w/Hyperglide+, 10-51tSRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50t
BrakesTRP Trail EVO, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 203mm (front & rear)SRAM Code R, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 200mm (front), 180mm (rear)
FrameM5 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 travelM5 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 / RimSpecialized, hookless alloy, 30mm inner width, tubeless readyRoval Traverse, hookless alloy, 30mm inner width, tubeless ready
Front TyreButcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T9 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"Butcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T7 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 27.5x2.3"
Rear TyreButcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T7 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 27.5x2.3"Butcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® T7 compound, 2Bliss Ready, 26x2.3"
TubeStandard, Presta valveStandard, Presta valve
Weight15.29 kg15.31 kg
Price$3,500$3,000


Specialized Status 2 170 Full Details

Specialized Status 2 170 Models


SpecificationStatus 2 170Status 2 170 ZeroStatus 2 170 DH
StemAlloy Trail Stem, 35mm bar boreAlloy Trail Stem, 35mm bar boreDescendant 35mm Direct Mount Stem, 50mm length
HandlebarSpecialized, 6061 alloy, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 30mm rise, S1: 780mm width, S2-S5: 800mm widthSpecialized, 6061 alloy, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 30mm rise, 760mm widthSpecialized, 6061 alloy, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 30mm rise, 800mm width
ForkFox Float 36 Rhythm, GRIP damper, two position Sweep adjustment, 15x110mm QR axle, 44mm offset, 170mm of travelFox Float 36 Rhythm, GRIP damper, two position Sweep adjustment, 15x110mm QR axle, 44mm offset, 170mm of travelRockShox Boxxer Select RC 29, DebonAir, Motion Control damper, 20x110mm Maxle DH thru-axle, 56mm offset, 200mm of travel
SeatpostX-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: 190mmX-Fusion Manic, infinite adjustable, two-bolt head, bottom mount cable routing, remote SLR LE lever, 34.9mm, 100mmDescendant alloy, 0mm setback, 30.9mm
GripDeity KnuckledusterDeity LockjawDeity Lockjaw
CranksetSRAM NX Eagle, DUB, 170mm, 32TSRAM X1 Eagle, DUB, 170mm, 30TTruvativ Descendant DH, 165mm, 34T
ChainSRAM NX Eagle, 12-speedSRAM NX Eagle, 12-speedSRAM NX DH, 7-speed
SaddleBridge Comp, Hollow Cr-mo rails, 143mmBridge Saddle, steel rails, 130mmBridge Saddle, steel rails, 130mm
Derailleur : RearSRAM NX Eagle, 12-speedSRAM NX Eagle, 12-speedSRAM GX DH, 7-speed
Hub : FrontAlloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28hAlloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28hAlloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 20x110mm thru-axle, 32h
Hub : RearAlloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 32hAlloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 28hAlloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x157mm thru-axle, 32h
SpokeDT Swiss IndustryDT Swiss IndustryDT Swiss Industry
CassetteSRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50tSRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50tSRAM GX DH, 7-speed, 11-24t
BrakesTRP 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)
FrameM5 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 travelM5 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 travelM5 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 / RimSpecialized, hookless alloy, 30mm inner width, tubeless readyRoval Traverse, hookless alloy, 30mm inner width, tubeless readyRoval Alloy DH, 28mm internal width, tubeless ready. Front: 29", 28H, Rear: 27.5", 32H
Front TyreButcher, 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 TyreButcher, 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"
TubeStandard, Presta valveStandard, Presta valveStandard, Presta valve
Weight15.56 kg15.56 kg17.18 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.

Specialized Status 2 140 Features

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.

Last updated on 12-08-2024. Published in US Bike News
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