2022 Merida TIME WARP TT TEAM FRAME-KIT vs 2021 Specialized Shiv TT Disc FACT 11r Carbon
The XS is the Specialized Shiv TT Disc FACT 11r Carbon size closest to your S Merida TIME WARP TT TEAM FRAME-KIT. 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 Disc FACT 11r Carbon
Compared with the Merida TIME WARP TT TEAM FRAME-KIT in S, the Specialized Shiv TT Disc FACT 11r Carbon in XS places the top of the head tube 72 mm higher and 37 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 16 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +72 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +37 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −16 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −5 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Only the Merida TIME WARP TT TEAM FRAME-KIT is drawn.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida TIME WARP TT TEAM FRAME-KIT S | Specialized Shiv TT Disc FACT 11r Carbon XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 399 | 436mm | +37 mm |
| Stack | 463 | 535mm | +72 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72 | 71° | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 76 | 74.5° | −1.5° |
| Effective top tube | 514 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 415 | 410mm | −5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 988 | 972mm | −16 mm |
| BB drop | 55 | not listed | |
| Standover | 781 | 769mm | −12 mm |
| Seat tube length | 500 | 504mm | +4 mm |
| Fork length | 371 | 363mm | −8 mm |
| Head tube length | 72 | 90mm | +18 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Shiv TT Disc FACT 11r Carbon minus the Merida TIME WARP TT TEAM FRAME-KIT. Full charts: 2022 Merida TIME WARP TT TEAM FRAME-KIT, 2021 Specialized Shiv TT Disc FACT 11r Carbon.
Where each sits in its class
Merida TIME WARP TT TEAM FRAME-KITSpecialized Shiv TT Disc FACT 11r Carbon
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 | Merida TIME WARP TT TEAM FRAME-KITTT TEAM FRAME-KIT | Specialized Shiv TT Disc FACT 11r CarbonS-Works TT Disc FACT 11r Carbon |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Time WARP TT CF5 IV | not listed |
| Headset | Merida TIME WARP TT | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida TIME WARP | Specialized S-Works Venge |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Shiv TT |
Know what is on every bike.
Add your bike to Quiver. Keep its parts, setup, and service history together, then share your build.
Explore the app
