Shuttle AM

To ensure the best sizing, we recommend that you visit your local Pivot dealer to get a professional fit and refer to our geometry chart to check your measurements. We can, however, provide a rough guideline to get you started. These recommendations are based on our experience, athlete preference and customer feedback:

Small: 5'2" – 5’7"
Medium: 5'7" – 5'11"
Large: 5'10" – 6'2'
X-Large: 6'1" +

We suggest that you pick your Shuttle AM size based on your riding style. The Shuttle AM features trail bike long and low geometry with shorter seat tube measurements per size – this geometry means that most riders can go up or down a size and should base their choice on riding-style, reach and stem length preferences. Be sure to also consult our dropper post fit guide when making your selection. 

We make it easy to get the best ride out of your Pivot bike with a simple sag indicator already installed on your bike, and this follow-along video featuring our own Bernard Kerr. There is a shock set up guide included in your Shuttle LT’s owner's manual as well as a comprehensive suspension setup guide that can also be accessed under the Tech Specs tab.

The Drive unit provides 85Nm of torque, 340% of support and weighs 6.4lbs (2.9kg). The limited edition CX race edition motor, found on Team builds, provides 85Nm of torque, 400% of support and weighs just 6.1lbs (2.75kg). The Shuttle AM Team and Pro builds feature a 750 W/h battery that weighs 9.5lbs (4.3kg). The Ride builds come with a 625 W/h battery that weighs 8lbs (3.6kg). 

Visit https://www.bosch-ebike.com/ for system safety information, operation instructions, range calculator and more. 

Yes, Pivot worked with Bosch to customize their eBike Flow app specific for your Shuttle AM. The eBike Flow App from Bosch can be found in your phone’s app store. Follow the app to install and connect it to your bike to use all its features.  

Yes, Bosch offers many display options for the Performance CX line. You can also use your smartphone as a display with the Bosch eBike Flow app. Contact your local Pivot dealer for compatible options.

Using the Bosch eBike Connect app you can connect cycling apps and the following heart rate monitors:
• Apple Watch • Polar H7 • Polar H10 Heart Rate Sensor • Runtastic Heart Rate Combo Monitor • Wahoo TICKR Heart Rate Monitor • BerryKing Heartbeat Brustgurt oder BerryKing HeartRate Armband Tracker

Yes, you can easily customize your system to better fit your local trails or your range preferences. You can adjust individual mode settings using the Bosch Flow App on your smartphone The system can have 4 different modes loaded on it, but there are more available from Bosch if you have different preferences.

The modes that come on RIDE and PRO builds are:
 TOUR+: Dynamic support for normal riding and biking sports.

EMTB-Shortcrank: Set for 160-165mm cranks. Optimal support whatever the terrain, rapid acceleration when starting from a standstill, improved dynamics and top performance.

SPORT: Optimal support whatever the terrain, rapid acceleration when starting from a standstill, improved dynamics and top performance.

TURBO: Maximum support even at a high cadence, for sport cycling.

 TEAM builds come with:

EMTB-Shortcrank: Set for 160-165mm cranks. Optimal support whatever the terrain, rapid acceleration when starting from a standstill, improved dynamics and top performance.

SPORT: Optimal support whatever the terrain, rapid acceleration when starting from a standstill, improved dynamics and top performance.

TURBO: Maximum support even at a high cadence, for sport cycling.

RACE: *Only available on Limited Edition Race Motors. Maximum support on the eMTB race course, very direct response behavior and maximum “Extended Boost” for the best possible performance in competitive situations. This mode is so powerful it can be unmanageable in most trail riding situations.

We recommend getting comfortable with the bike in the lower power modes before using this powerful mode. With great power comes great responsibility! If you would like to use different modes that are not loaded on your bike you can replace them with other available modes.

The additional modes available that can be loaded on your Shuttle AM by your Pivot dealer are:

ECO: Effective support with maximum efficiency, for maximum range.

TOUR: Steady support, long range touring.

EMTB: Optimal support whatever the terrain, rapid acceleration when starting from a standstill, improved dynamics and top performance.

The Shuttle AM battery is designed to be fully integrated into the frame. The battery can be removed with motor and charging port removal, but for regular charging use the charging port on the frame. However, you do have the option to use the Bosch PowerMore 250 range extender that can be charged off the bike. 

Yes, Bosch has the PowerMore 250 that will be available in October 2023. This 250 W/h battery mounts to the frame and connects to the charging port on the frame. weighing only 3.5 pounds this extends your range without a costly weight penalty.

The Shuttle AM features the Bosch rim magnet speed sensor mounted to the rear wheel’s valve stem. This is sensed as it rotates past the motor. Make sure if you change wheels or get a flat on the trail to mount the magnet back on the valve stem or the system will not provide assist. *You will need at least a 32mm long valve stem for the rim magnet.

31.6mm 

S – 280mm 
M – 300mm 
L – 330mm 
XL – 370mm

*Please check seat post measurements carefully before installing the post.

The Shuttle AM Features a low stand-over height and short seat tubes to allow the use of longer travel dropper posts and/or more flexibility for a wider range of rider sizes. There are some limitations that each dropper post can accommodate for each frame size based on individual rider's saddle height. Use the Dropper Fit Guide (found under Tech Specs) to determine if the included dropper post will work correctly for the size bike that you are considering. If your post is completely inserted into the frame you will want to check for tire clearance to your saddle at full travel. This is especially important on smaller frames. 

The Shuttle AM frame uses a 36.4mm seatpost clamp, some manufacturers call it a 36.5mm.

The Shuttle AM uses the Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) standard developed by SRAM. This derailleur hanger is compatible with all derailleurs on the market – not just SRAM. We spec this hanger because it has some clever derailleur saving features and is more likely to be found at any shop and is also available in our webstore. Both Pro and Team level builds feature the new SRAM AXS Transmissions which utilize the UDH derailleur hanger mounting interface but do not use a derailleur hanger at all.

No. Although the Shuttle AM is capable descending the steepest and roughest trails, it is only designed for use with single crown forks.  

44mm

The Shuttle AM’s metric shock has a trunnion style upper mount, 185mm eye-to-eye length, and 55mm stroke. 

The Shuttle AM shock features a trunnion style upper mount and uses M8 through bolt hardware on the bottom mount. Shock spacer dimensions are 30mm wide on the bottom mount. We typically run medium valving on the compression side (depending on rider weight) and medium rebound damping. 

Larger volume spacers will resist bottoming, allow the bike to ride higher in the stroke and generally make the bike feel more “poppy”. If a rider is not getting full stroke or they feel that the bike is riding too high in its stroke, even with sag set properly, then they should go to a smaller volume spacer. 

The Shuttle AM Float X shock uses a .4 cu in volume spacer. The Shuttle AM’s Float X will fit volume spacers from none up to 1.0 cu in with 0.1cu inch increments. The Float X uses a primary volume spacer that comes in 0.2cu inch increments like normal, and you can also “piggyback” a small 0.1cu in spacer to make smaller adjustments. The shock can handle larger spacers for a more progressive feel or smaller spacers for a more linear feel. For a more linear feel, using between 0.1-0.3 cu in volume spacers can be installed. For a more progressive feel, using between 0.5-1.0 cu in volume spacer can be installed. 1.0 cu in is the maximum amount of volume spacers for this shock. Please see the chart below for spacer P/N’s.   

233-00-521: Volume Spacer: Float X 0.10in^3 Plastic, Mint 
233-00-522 : Volume Spacer: Float X 0.20in^3 Plastic, Tennis Ball 
233-00-524 : Volume Spacer: Float X 0.40in^3 Plastic, Teal 
233-00-526 : Volume Spacer: Float X 0.60in^3 Plastic, Salmon 
233-00-528 : Volume Spacer: Float X 0.80in^3 Plastic, Fuchsia 
233-00-520 : Volume Spacer: Float X 1.0in^3 Plastic, Purple Rain 

Yes, the Shuttle AM features a rising-rate design that functions well with coil-over shocks. We recommend and spec Fox DHX2 for their best in class performance, reliability, and adjustability. Please check all clearances prior to using any shock other than those spec’d or specifically recommended by Pivot. Your Shuttle AM will not be covered under warranty if damage occurs due to shock incompatibility.

The flip chip is a simple way to adjust the Shuttle AM’s geometry for different trail conditions. The chip comes set up in the low BB setting. This is perfect for riding fast, technical and steep terrain. However, if your preference is for a little more crank clearance and slightly quicker handling for tighter terrain with more climbing and/or roots and rocks, you may prefer the high BB setting. The high BB setting will raise the bottom bracket and steepen the head angle by .5° degree giving the bike faster turn in.  

The Shuttle AM’s flip chip geometry adjustment system is super easy to use. Simply loosen using a 6mm hex wrench (these are reverse, so you need to turn the wrench to the right to loosen). Partially back out the bolts – there is no need to completely remove the bolts. Then pull the chips out and rotate them to your desired position, tighten the bolts to 35 Nm and enjoy your bike’s new handling and feel. Please see the geometry chart for the numbers associated with the different settings. 

It is possible, if you really want to set it up with mixed wheels. You will need to buy a super boost 157mm x 27.5” rear wheel. The mixed wheel setup will slacken the Shuttle AM headtube angle and drop the bottom bracket height so you will want to run the flip chip in the “high” position to maintain proper geometry. If running a 27.5” rear wheel, we suggest running a 2.6” rear tire.  

The Shuttle AM includes an upper chainguide. It does not have ISCG tabs so most aftermarket chainguides will not fit on the Shuttle AM. 

The Shuttle AM Team XTR bike weighs 47.9lbs. (21.7kg.) – Yes, that is with a 750Wh battery! Pivot bicycles are among the lightest available, but the weight is only one of many factors that make a great bicycle. Other aspects such as frame stiffness, strength, durability, and ride quality are just as important as weight to our engineers when designing the Shuttle AM. Instead of comparing grams, we suggest you visit your local Pivot dealer and see our attention to detail, smart, high-value spec, and class-leading features, but most of all the incredible performance of the new Shuttle AM. Bring a scale if you’d like, but take just one demo ride and you’ll feel why the Shuttle AM is the most well-rounded, highest performing long-travel e-bike on the market and, yes, it is among the lightest as well.