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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Handling
2027 Liv Avail Advanced 2 has a 1.0° slacker head-tube angle than 2022 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 6% lower climbing ratio than 2022 Liv Avail Advanced 2.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2022 Liv Avail Advanced 2 had an original MSRP $500 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.
Lowest1.00:1Highest4.55:1Total range455%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×32.
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
2022 Liv Avail Advanced 2
Overview
Model Year
2027
2022
Brand
Liv
Liv
Model
Avail Advanced 2
Avail Advanced 2
Bicycle Type
Road
Road
Original MSRP
$3,300.00
$2,800.00
Colors
Cosmic Dust/Tiger Red, Silver Pine/Black
Twilight Mauve, Fanatic Teal
Sizes
XXS, XS, S, M, L
XXS, XS, S, M, L
Weight
—
9.22 kg (20 lb 5oz) - Size (M)
Frameset
Frame Construction
Advanced-grade composite, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc
Advanced-Grade Composite, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc
Frame Material
Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Fork
Advanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc
Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, 12x100mm, disc
Fork Material
Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano 105
Shimano 105 ST-7025
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 RS510, 34/50 XXS:165mm, XS:165mm, S:170mm, M:170mm, L:172.5mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano, press fit
Shimano, press fit
Cassette
Shimano 105, 12-speed, 11x36
Shimano 105, 11-speed, 11x34
Chain
KMC X12L-1
KMC X11EL-1
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 105 hydraulic, Shimano SM-RT64 rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
Shimano 105 hydraulic, Shimano rotors [F]160mm, [R]140mm
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
Liv Contact SL D-Fuse, 31.8mm XXS:38cm, XS:38cm, S:40cm, M:40cm, L:42cm
Stem
Giant Contact AeroLight, -10-degree XXS: 70mm, XS: 70mm, S: 80mm, M: 90mm, L: 90mm
Giant Contact XXS:70mm, XS:70mm, S:80mm, M:90mm, L:90mm
Saddle
Liv Approach
Liv Approach
Seatpost
Giant D-Fuse, composite, 14mm offset
Giant D-Fuse, composite, -5/+15mm offset XXS:350mm, XS:350mm, S:350mm, M:350mm, L:350mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle
Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset, 12mm thru-axle
Rims
Giant P-R1 Disc wheelset, alloy, [F] 25mm, [R] 25mm
Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset
Spokes
Sapim
Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset
Front Tire
Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), folding
Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), folding
Rear Tire
Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), folding
Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), folding
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
373 mm
377 mm
Stack
566 mm
568 mm
Head-tube angle
71°
72°
Seat-tube angle
74°
74°
Seat tube
465 mm
470 mm
Head tube
165 mm
165 mm
Chainstay / rear center
420 mm
420 mm
Wheelbase
1007 mm
1004 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
75 mm
73 mm
Standover height
762 mm
745 mm
Fork offset / rake
50 mm
50 mm
Trail
68.3 mm
61.5 mm
Wheel size
—
700C
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.