Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Sora, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
160cm - 172cm
MD
166cm - 179cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX-grade aluminum w/ rack mounts
Suspension Fork
Composite-grade composite, alloy steerer
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Shift Levers
Shimano Sora
Cassette
Shimano HG20 11x32, 9-speed
Crank
Shimano R453, 30/39/50
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Octalink
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, [F] 24h, [R] 28h
Rear Hub
Alloy, [F] 24h, [R] 28h
Rims
Giant S-X2, double wall
Spokes
Stainless Steel, black, 14g
Tires
Giant P-RX2, FlatGuard Deflect 3, 700x32
Brakes
Brakes
Avid BB5 Road, mechanical disc, 140mm
Brake Levers
Giant Ergo-Control
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Sport
Handlebar
Giant Connect XR Ergo-Control, 31.8mm
Seat
Saddle
Liv/giant Endurance
Seatpost
Giant Sport, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Tube Length | 500 mm | 516 mm | 526 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 114 mm | 130 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1006 mm | 1013 mm | 1021 mm |
| Standover Height | 668 mm | 704 mm | 742 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 160 cm | 166 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm |
Model Overview
Invite 2 is part of the Giant Invite model. Giant launched 2 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2014, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Giant Invite 2 (2015) 2014 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1070$. Giant Invite 2 2014 is the most expensive one and costs 1150$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Cyclocross bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Cyclocross bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2012$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Cyclocross bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This bike was released in 2014 and its price was 1150$. In conclusion, this bike price is 74.96% smaller than the price of the average Cyclocross bike.
Invite 2 components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
The wheels on Invite 2 are the 700c aluminum type. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Invite 2 has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
This bike is available in 3 sizes. They vary from 151 cm – 179 cm (4.95 ft – 5.87 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.