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
Tapered Chromoly Main Frame w/ CNC Machined Headtube, Low-Profile U-Brake Mounts, Mid BB, Removable Rotor Tabs
Suspension Fork
Chromoly Steerer, Tapered High-Tensile Legs
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] Alloy Loose Ball Cassette 14mm Axle, Nutted, 36h
Rear Hub
[F] Alloy 3/8"" Axle, [R] Alloy Loose Ball Cassette 14mm Axle, Nutted, 36h
Rims
Alienation PBR
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 01 is a Giant Method model. Giant launched 28 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Giant Method bikes models from 2013, here.
Model range prices
Giant Method 03 2013 is the cheapest bike model and costs 310$. Giant Method 00 2013 is the most expensive one and costs 575$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
BMX bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable BMX bike is 348$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great BMX bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 470$. Comparing this to the average BMX bike price, we see that the price is 35.06% more expensive.
Method 01 components
Fork material
Method 01 has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Method 01 model has 20″ aluminum wheels. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Giant Method 01 has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.