Giant Explore E+, 3 GTS 2022
2022 E-bike
Estimate price |
3,325$
E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork Suntour NEX
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Groupset Alivio, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Yamaha 250W 70Nm mid-drive -
Battery EnergyPak 500Wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
162cm - 172cm
MD
169cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 186cm
XL
183cm - 193cm
XXL
190cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX Aluminum, Overdrive 1½ - 1?" head tube, integrated KS18 kickstand mount
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NEX E25 DS 63mm travel
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio, 9-speed
Front Derailleur
-
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200, 11-36T, 9-speed
Crank
Forged Alloy minimal Q-factor, 42T
Bottom Bracket
-
Chain
KMC e.9 Sport, e-bike optimized
Pedals
Aluminum Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Giant eTracker, [F] 100x9mm QR [R] 135mm QR
Rear Hub
Giant eTracker, [F] 100x9mm QR [R] 135mm QR
Rims
Giant eX2, Tubeless Ready, 700c Aluminium
Spokes
Stainless steel
Tires
Giant Crosscut Gravel 2, 700x45c (622x45), Tubeless Ready, Reflex
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M275, hydraulic disc, 160/180mm
Brake Levers
Tektro HD-M275
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Contact
Handlebar
Giant Connect Riser 31.8x690mm
Grips
Giant Contact Ergo
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Vivo Ergo Moderate
Seatpost
Giant 30.9mm, 2-bolt Micro Adjustable, Forged Aluminium
Motor & Battery
Motor
SyncDrive Sport, 70Nm, powered by Yamaha
Battery
EnergyPak 500Wh
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Front Center | 664 mm | 673 mm | 694 mm | 714 mm | 714 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 91.3 mm | 91.3 mm | 91.3 mm | 91.3 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Stack | 611 mm | 620 mm | 634 mm | 649 mm | 649 mm |
| Reach | 396 mm | 401 mm | 417 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 571 mm | 591 mm | 611 mm | 631 mm | 651 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 435 mm | 485 mm | 535 mm | 585 mm | 610 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 140 mm | 155 mm | 170 mm | 185 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1113 mm | 1122 mm | 1143 mm | 1164 mm | 1164 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 746 mm | 776 mm | 809 mm | 845 mm | 845 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 162 cm | 169 cm | 176 cm | 183 cm | 190 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 179 cm | 186 cm | 193 cm | 200 cm |
About this model
Explore E+, 3 GTS belongs to the Giant E Explore model. 72 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Giant E Explore e-bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Giant Explore E+, 3 GTS 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 3078$. Giant Explore E+ 1 Pro D GTS 2022 on the other hand costs 4804$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Hybrid e-bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Hybrid e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2480$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Hybrid e-bike. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Giant released this model in 2022, its price was 3078$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Explore E+, 3 GTS price is 24.11% more expensive than the average cost of a Hybrid e-bike.
Explore E+, 3 GTS components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Suntour NEX model. The travel on this model is 63mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on Explore E+, 3 GTS are the 700c aluminum type. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Giant Explore E+, 3 GTS has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 162 cm – 200 cm (5.31 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.