Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 20" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Complete High-Tensile, Seatstay V-Brake Mounts
Suspension Fork
Chromoly Steerer, High-Tensile Legs
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
14T
Crank
1-Piece Steel, 36T
Bottom Bracket
Retainer Ball
Chain
KMC Z410
Pedals
Giant Plastic, Looseball
Wheels
Front Hub
[F] Alloy, [R] Coaster Brake, Nutted, 36h
Rear Hub
[F] Alloy, [R] Coaster Brake, Nutted, 36h
Rims
Alloy, Brushed Sides
Spokes
BED Stainless
Tires
[F] Kenda K-Rad 20x2.125, [R] Kenda K-Rad 20x1.95
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Direct-Pull Cantilever, Black Pads
Brake Levers
Tektro Alloy
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Front Load Alloy, 1-1/8"
Handlebar
Steel, 6.55"" Rise
Seat
Saddle
Ultralight, 8mm Rails
Seatpost
Steel Micro-Adjust, 25.4mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
GFR C/B is a Giant Gfr model. Giant released 32 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2013, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Giant GFR C/B 2013 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 245$. On the other hand, Giant GFR F/W 2013, is the most expensive and costs 265$.
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.
Average price for BMX bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable BMX bike is 348$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a BMX bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 245$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that GFR C/B price is 42.04% lower than the average cost of a BMX bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
GFR C/B has a steel fork, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the GFR C/B bike is equipped with the 20″ aluminum model. The 20″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Giant GFR C/B is equipped with Coaster brakes. Coaster brakes are among the oldest brake types you can find on a bike. However, they have flaws, especially if the chain falls off.