2014 Specialized Allez Elite vs 2015 Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld
The Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld size closest to your 540.0 is the 54. Compare the 54 instead
What changes on the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld
Compared with the Specialized Allez Elite in 540.0, the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld in 61 places the top of the head tube 84 mm higher and 21 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 35 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +84 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +21 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +35 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +1.0°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Allez Elite, 540.0Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld, 61Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez Elite 540.0 | Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld 61 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 387mm | 408mm | +21 mm |
| Stack | 547mm | 631mm | +84 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 74° | +1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 72.5° | −1.0° |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 410mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 978mm | 1013mm | +35 mm |
| Standover | 798mm | 854mm | +56 mm |
| Seat tube length | 500mm | 580mm | +80 mm |
| Head tube length | 145mm | 230mm | +85 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 600mm | |
| BB drop | not listed | 67.5mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld minus the Specialized Allez Elite. Full charts: 2014 Specialized Allez Elite, 2015 Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez EliteSpecialized Allez E5 Smartweld
Each bike is ranked against the other road 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 | Specialized Allez EliteElite | Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Tiagra | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X10 | not listed |
| Crankset | FSA Tempo | not listed |
| Wheelset | Specialized AXIS Classic | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano Tiagra | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Riva | not listed |
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