2020 Cervélo P-Series vs 2019 Specialized Shiv TT
The M is the Specialized Shiv TT size closest to your 54 Cervélo P-Series. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Specialized Shiv TT
Compared with the Cervélo P-Series in 54, the Specialized Shiv TT in M places the top of the head tube 20 mm lower and 7 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 15 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −20 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −7 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −15 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Chainstays
- −15 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Cervélo P-Series numbers we have for size 54 are missing the head angle and seat angle. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Cervélo P-Series 54 | Specialized Shiv TT M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 412 | 405mm | −7 mm |
| Stack | 522 | 502mm | −20 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405 | 390mm | −15 mm |
| Wheelbase | 995 | 980mm | −15 mm |
| BB drop | 75 | 72mm | −3 mm |
| Standover | 773 | 806mm | +33 mm |
| Head tube length | 118 | 100mm | −18 mm |
| Head tube angle | not listed | 72° | |
| Seat tube angle | not listed | 75° | |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 539mm | |
| BB height | not listed | 258mm | |
| Seat tube length | not listed | 563mm | |
| Fork length | not listed | 367mm |
Differences are the Specialized Shiv TT minus the Cervélo P-Series. Full charts: 2020 Cervélo P-Series, 2019 Specialized Shiv TT.
Where each sits in its class
Cervélo P-SeriesSpecialized Shiv TT
Each bike is ranked against the other triathlon bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Cervélo P-Series | Specialized Shiv TTS-Works TT |
|---|---|---|
| Brake | not listed | Specialized Shiv |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Aerobar |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Shiv Team |
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