Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized FACT 10r carbon, FACT IS construction, crosswind-optimized airfoils, 1-1/8" lower bearing, OSBB, Control Tower Fit System, Fuelselage Integrated Hydration System, 130mm spacing
Suspension Fork
Specialized FACT carbon, full monocoque
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra 8000, 11-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra 8000, braze-on
Cassette
Shimano 11-speed Ultegra 8000, 11-28t
Crank
Shimano Ultegra R8000, 52/36T
Bottom Bracket
Praxis BB30 w/ Shimano conversion adaptor
Chain
Shimano Ultegra, 11-speed
Pedals
Nylon, 105x78x28mm, loose balls w/ reflectors
Wheels
Rims
DT R460, sealed cartridge hubs, 14g spokes, 24h
Tires
Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x24mm
Brakes
Brakes
Specialized Shiv
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
Handlebar
Specialized Shiv Alloy Aerobars
Seat
Seatpost
12.5mm Shiv seatpost
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.35 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.32 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 258 mm | 258 mm | 258 mm | 258 mm | 258 mm |
| Front Center | 574 mm | 590 mm | 609 mm | 632 mm | 659 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 65 mm | 58 mm | 60 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm |
| Stack | 498 mm | 517 mm | 543 mm | 568 mm | 593 mm |
| Reach | 368 mm | 388 mm | 408 mm | 428 mm | 448 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 482 mm | 507 mm | 533 mm | 558 mm | 584 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77 ° | 77 ° | 77 ° | 77 ° | 77 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 505 mm | 525 mm | 551 mm | 577 mm | 603 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.25 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 99 mm | 115 mm | 139 mm | 163 mm | 189 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 398 mm | 398 mm | 398 mm | 398 mm | 398 mm |
| Wheelbase | 961 mm | 977 mm | 996 mm | 1019 mm | 1047 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Standover Height | 755 mm | 775 mm | 800 mm | 825 mm | 850 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Shiv Expert completes the Specialized Shiv model. There are 73 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Specialized Shiv bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Specialized Shiv Sport 2018 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2200$. Specialized Shiv Expert 2018 on the other hand costs 3700$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Triathlon bikes
If you want an acceptable Triathlon bike you should know that the average price is 4177$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Triathlon bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Specialized Shiv Expert price was 3700$. In conclusion, this bike price is 12.89% lower than the price of the average Triathlon bike.
Shiv Expert components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels
The Shiv Expert 2018 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Shiv Expert is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
This bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.