The Venge is compatible with electric drivetrains and disc brakes only. Complete bikes use fully integrated cables within the bars, stem, and frame. You can also mount a traditional stem using the extra headset spacer in the small parts box.

The headset spacers and stem covers, S182500011, are all new and made from an injection-molded plastic. There are 9 unique pieces in this setup, a few of which are duplicated to provide extra headset spacers. One of these headset spacers (5b below) allows the use of a traditional stem, whereas the other (5a) is designed for use with the Venge stem. Another stem cover piece (1b) allows you to put regular spacers above the stem and not cut the steerer.


1a Stem cover

2 Upper headset transition

3 5mm spacer

4 10mm spacer 

5a Lower headset transition for Venge stem


1b Stem cover for spacers above stem




5a Lower headset transition for traditional stem


There is also a special top cap and bolt that is used for the stem cover to mount into, S182500012.  The expander plug is standard for carbon forks, 06214-2010.

Stem adjustment

If you wish to install a longer or shorter stem, the internally routed Venge stem is available in sizes ranging from 80mm to 140mm, with 6 or 12 degrees of rise. Contact your Specialized retailer if you wish to purchase an additional stem, or you can purchase one online at www.specialized.com.