Giant Explore E+ 1, Step-Thru 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
3,502$
E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Suntour XCM
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Yamaha 250W 75Nm mid-drive -
Battery EnergyPak Smart 625, EnergyPak Plus 250 range extender compatible -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
162cm - 172cm
MD
169cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 186cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX aluminum, Overdrive 1.8" - 1.5" head tube, integrated battery, integrated KSA40 kickstand mount
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM34 LO, 100mm travel, Hydraulic Lockout, 15x110mm AH Axle
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore LinkGlide, 10-speed, Shadow+
Front Derailleur
n/a
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, LinkGlide
Cassette
Shimano LinkGlide, CS-LG400-10, 11-43T, 10-speed
Crank
Forged Alloy Direct spider/chainguard 46T Steel narrow/wide chainring
Bottom Bracket
n/a
Chain
Shimano LinkGlide, CN-LG500
Pedals
Aluminum Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Giant eTracker, [F] 110x15 [R] 142x12
Rear Hub
Giant eTracker, [F] 110x15 [R] 142x12
Rims
eX25, Tubeless Ready, 622x25 Aluminium
Spokes
Stainless steel, e-bike optimized
Tires
Crosscut Gravel 2, 700x57c, Wire Bead, Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-MT201
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Contact (S/M: 80mm L/XL/XXL 100mm)
Handlebar
Giant Connect Riser 31.8x690mm
Grips
Gant Connect Ergo Max w/bar-end
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Vivo Ergo Moderate Unisex
Seatpost
Giant 30.9mm, 2-bolt Micro Adjustable, Forged Aluminium
Motor & Battery
Motor
SyncDrive Sport 2, 75Nm, powered by Yamaha
Battery
EnergyPak Smart 625, EnergyPak Plus 250 range extender compatible
Charger
Giant EnergyPak 4A smart charger compact, 60% charge in 2:30h
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.7 mm | 1.73 mm | 1.77 mm |
| Front Center | 699 mm | 687 mm | 692 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 88 mm | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Stack | 658 mm | 675 mm | 689 mm |
| Reach | 387 mm | 391 mm | 390 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 578 mm | 593 mm | 603 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 435 mm | 490 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 155 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 448 mm | 463 mm | 463 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1140 mm | 1144 mm | 1149 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 675 mm | 663 mm | 643 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 162 cm | 169 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 179 cm | 186 cm |
Model Overview
Explore E+ 1, Step-Thru belongs to the Giant E Explore model. Giant launched 72 e-bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Giant Explore E+, 3 STA 2023 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 2819$. Giant Explore E+, Pro 0 STA 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 5308$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Hybrid e-bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Hybrid e-bike you should know that the average price is 2480$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This e-bike was released in 2023 and its price was 3543$. Comparing this to the average Hybrid e-bike price, we see that the price is 42.86% more expensive.
Explore E+ 1, Step-Thru components
Fork
The Suntour XCM is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Explore E+ 1, Step-Thru model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Explore E+ 1, Step-Thru comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 3 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 162 cm – 186 cm (5.31 ft – 6.1 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.