Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
165cm - 175cm
MD
171cm - 181cm
MD/LG
177cm - 187cm
LG
183cm - 193cm
XL
189cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Advanced-grade composite, disc
Suspension Fork
Advanced SL-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive Aero steerer, disc
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shift Levers
Shimano 105
Cassette
Shimano 105, 12-speed, 11x36
Crank
Shimano 105, 34/50 S:170mm, M:172.5mm, M/L:172.5mm, L:175mm, XL:175mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano, press fit
Chain
KMC X12L-1
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
[F] Giant Low Friction Hub, CenterLock, 12mm thru-axle [R] Giant Low Friction Hub, 3-pawl 30t driver, CenterLock, 12mm thru-axle
Rear Hub
[F] Giant Low Friction Hub, CenterLock, 12mm thru-axle [R] Giant Low Friction Hub, 3-pawl 30t driver, CenterLock, 12mm thru-axle
Rims
Giant SLR 2 36 Carbon Disc WheelSystem
Spokes
Sapim stainless
Tires
Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), folding
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 105 hydraulic, Shimano SM-RT70 rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano 105 hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Contact SL AeroLight S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:100mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm
Handlebar
Giant Contact SL D-Fuse S:40cm, M:42cm, M/L:42cm, L:44cm, XL:44cm
Grips
Stratus Lite 3.0
Seat
Saddle
Giant Fleet SL
Seatpost
Giant SL D-Fuse, composite, -5/+15mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | MD/LG | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.54 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 261 mm | 261 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm |
| Front Center | 586 mm | 590 mm | 600 mm | 615 mm | 630 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 63.4 mm | 58.6 mm | 58.6 mm | 58.6 mm | 58.6 mm |
| Stack | 535 mm | 552 mm | 571 mm | 590 mm | 609 mm |
| Reach | 369 mm | 374 mm | 378 mm | 387 mm | 396 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 524 mm | 539 mm | 554 mm | 569 mm | 589 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 445 mm | 480 mm | 515 mm | 535 mm | 565 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.8 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 150 mm | 175 mm | 195 mm | 215 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 414 mm | 414 mm | 414 mm | 414 mm | 414 mm |
| Wheelbase | 988 mm | 992 mm | 1004 mm | 1019 mm | 1034 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 727 mm | 756 mm | 790 mm | 808 mm | 835 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 165 cm | 171 cm | 177 cm | 183 cm | 189 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 175 cm | 181 cm | 187 cm | 193 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Defy Advanced Pro 2 is a Giant Defy model. Giant released 145 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Giant Defy bikes models from 2024, here.
Model range prices
Giant Defy, Advanced 3 2024 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2169$. Giant Defy, Advanced SL 0 2024 is the most expensive one and costs 12000$.
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.
Endurance bikes average price
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Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4256$. Comparing the average cost of an Endurance bike to this one, you will see that Defy Advanced Pro 2 price is 81.42% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork material
Defy Advanced Pro 2 has a carbon fork, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Giant Defy Advanced Pro 2 2024, has a 700c carbon model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Defy Advanced Pro 2 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 165 cm – 199 cm (5.41 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.