Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 20" -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Complete 4130 Tapered Chromoly w/ CNC Machined Headtube, Low-Profile U-Brake Mounts, Mid BB, Removable Rotor Tabs
Suspension Fork
Tapered 4130 Chromoly w/CNC Machined 1-Piece Steerer
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
9T, 1-Piece Driver
Crank
3-Piece Tubular Chromoly, 175mm, 25T Alloy
Bottom Bracket
Mid Sealed
Chain
KMC Z510
Pedals
Giant Plastic, Looseball
Wheels
Front Hub
[F] Alloy 3/8"" Axle, [R] Sealed Alloy Cassette 14mm Axle, Nutted, 36h
Rear Hub
[F] Alloy 3/8"" Axle, [R] Sealed Alloy Cassette 14mm Axle, Nutted, 36h
Rims
Alienation Black Sheep
Spokes
BED Stainless
Tires
Giant Sole-O, 20x2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro 907A U-Brake, Black Pads
Brake Levers
Tektro Alloy
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Top Load Alloy, 1-1/8"
Handlebar
Chromoly, 8"" Rise
Seat
Saddle
Giant 2-Piece Padded
Seatpost
Alloy
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Method 00 completes the Giant Method model. There are 28 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Giant Method bikes models from 2013, here.
Model range prices
Giant Method 03 2013 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 310$. On the other hand, Giant Method 00 2013, is the most expensive and costs 575$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for BMX bikes
If you want an acceptable BMX bike you should know that the average price is 348$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great BMX bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2013 and its price was 575$. Comparing the average cost of a BMX bike to this one, you will see that Method 00 price is 65.23% more expensive.
Method 00 components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Giant Method 00 2013, has a 20″ aluminum model. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Giant Method 00 has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.