Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 650b -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX-grade aluminum
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCT, 100mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney
Shift Levers
Shimano EF40
Cassette
Shimano TZ31 14x34, 7-speed freewheel
Crank
SR Suntour XCE, 28/38/48
Bottom Bracket
SR Suntour sealed
Chain
KMC Z51
Pedals
Plastic Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Disc, 32h
Rear Hub
Alloy Disc, 32h
Rims
Giant Alloy, Double wall
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Giant Sport, 27.5X1.95
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Aires, Mechanical disc, 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano EF40
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Sport
Handlebar
High-tensile steel, Low rise, 25.4mm
Seat
Saddle
Giant Connect, Upright
Seatpost
Alloy, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Tube Length | 531 mm | 551 mm | 569 mm | 589 mm | 610 mm | 630 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 94 mm | 109 mm | 114 mm | 127 mm | 132 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1034 mm | 1049 mm | 1059 mm | 1080 mm | 1092 mm | 1113 mm |
| Standover Height | 681 mm | 709 mm | 734 mm | 772 mm | 808 mm | 823 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 |
About this model
ATX 27.5 2 belongs to the Giant Atx model. There are 16 bikes that carry this model name.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Commuter bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Commuter bike you should know that the average price is 762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Commuter bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2015 for 450$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that ATX 27.5 2 price is 69.33% smaller than the average cost of a Commuter bike.
ATX 27.5 2 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour XCT model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
The ATX 27.5 2 2015 bike is equipped with aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. After 700c wheels, 650b is the second most popular choice for road bikes. However, if speed is what you’re after, 700c wheels are a better fit.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Giant ATX 27.5 2 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!