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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Frame geometry
2027 Liv Avail Advanced 2 has 16 mm more stack than 2015 Liv Avail Advanced 2 in the selected sizes.
More stack places the frame reference higher, not necessarily the handlebar.
- Handling
2027 Liv Avail Advanced 2 has a 1.0° slacker head-tube angle than 2015 Liv Avail Advanced 2 in the selected sizes.
Fork offset, tire size and wheelbase also affect steering; head angle alone is not a handling verdict.
- Gearing
2027 Liv Avail Advanced 2 has a 11% lower climbing ratio than 2015 Liv Avail Advanced 2.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2015 Liv Avail Advanced 2 had an original MSRP $1,175 lower than 2027 Liv Avail Advanced 2.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Selected-size geometry
Geometry overlay
Frames share one scale and a bottom-bracket alignment. Size labels differ by brand; schematic drawing aids are identified below.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.94:1Highest4.55:1Total range481%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×32.
Lowest1.06:1Highest4.55:1Total range428%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×25.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2027 Liv Avail Advanced 2
2015 Liv Avail Advanced 2
Overview
Model Year
2027
2015
Brand
Liv
Liv
Model
Avail Advanced 2
Avail Advanced 2
Bicycle Type
Road
Road
Original MSRP
$3,300.00
$2,125.00
Colors
Cosmic Dust/Tiger Red, Silver Pine/Black
Pearl White/Purple/Blue
Sizes
XXS, XS, S, M, L
XS, S, M, L
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Advanced-grade composite, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc
Advanced-grade composite, Electronic ready
Frame Material
Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Fork
Advanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc
Advanced-grade composite, Hybrid OverDrive steerer
Fork Material
Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Drivetrain
Component Group
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Shimano 105 mix
Shifters
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Crankset
Shimano 105, 34/50 XXS: 160mm, XS: 165mm, S: 165mm, M: 170mm, L: 172.5mm
Shimano RS500, 34/50
Bottom Bracket
Shimano, press fit
Shimano, Press Fit
Cassette
Shimano 105, 12-speed, 11x36
Shimano 105 11x32, 11-speed
Rear Cogs
—
Shimano 105 11x32, 11-speed
Chain
KMC X12L-1
KMC X11L
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 105 hydraulic, Shimano SM-RT64 rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
TRP Spyre, Mechanical disc, 160mm
Cockpit & Contact Points
Handlebar
Liv Contact SL D-Fuse, 31.8mm XXS: 380/410mm, XS: 380/410mm, S: 400/430mm, M: 400/430mm, L: 420/450mm
Giant Contact, 31.8mm
Stem
Giant Contact AeroLight, -10-degree XXS: 70mm, XS: 70mm, S: 80mm, M: 90mm, L: 90mm
Giant Connect
Saddle
Liv Approach
Liv Contact, Forward
Seatpost
Giant D-Fuse, composite, 14mm offset
Giant D-Fuse, Composite
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle
Giant Performance Tracker Road Disc, Sealed bearing, 28h
Rims
Giant P-R1 Disc wheelset, alloy, [F] 25mm, [R] 25mm
Giant P-R2 Disc
Spokes
Sapim
Sapim Race, 14/15g
Front Tire
Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), folding
Giant P-R3, Flat Guard Deflect 3, Front and rear specific, 700x25
Rear Tire
Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), folding
Giant P-R3, Flat Guard Deflect 3, Front and rear specific, 700x25
Wheel Size
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700c
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
373 mm
372 mm
Stack
566 mm
550 mm
Head-tube angle
71°
72°
Seat-tube angle
74°
74.5°
Seat tube
465 mm
—
Head tube
165 mm
150 mm
Chainstay / rear center
420 mm
420 mm
Wheelbase
1007 mm
990 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
75 mm
—
Standover height
762 mm
701.04 mm
Fork offset / rake
50 mm
—
Trail
68.3 mm
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Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.