Giant Twist Express 2011
2011 E-bike
Estimate price |
1,600$
E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Motor Giant 250W 80Nm mid-drive -
Drivetrain 1 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX-Grade Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Rigid Alloy
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 7-Speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo
Cassette
Shimano 11x28, 7-Speed
Crank
Alloy 3-Piece, 46T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge
Chain
KMC-Z51, Rustproof
Pedals
Alloy/Kraton Comfort Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
[F] SyncDrive Motor, [R] Alloy, 36h
Rear Hub
[F] SyncDrive Motor, [R] Alloy, 36h
Rims
Alloy Double Wall
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Kenda, 700x35, w/ Slime-Filled Innertubes
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy, Direct-Pull
Brake Levers
Tektro Alloy w/ Kraton insert and reach adjust
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy Adjustable
Handlebar
Alloy, Low Rise
Seat
Saddle
Giant Comfort Groove
Seatpost
Alloy Micro-Adjust, 27.2
Motor & Battery
Motor
[F] SyncDrive Motor, [R] Alloy, 36h
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Twist Express completes the Giant E Twist model. Giant launched 6 e-bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Giant E Twist e-bikes models from 2011, here.
Model range prices
Giant Twist Express W 2011 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1600$. Giant Twist Freedom DX 2011 on the other hand costs 2250$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Hybrid e-bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Hybrid e-bike is 2480$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Giant Twist Express price was 1600$. If we compare this with the average Hybrid e-bike cost we notice that the price is 55% lower.
Twist Express components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this e-bike has an aluminum one, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the e-bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels
The wheels on Twist Express are the 700c aluminum type. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Giant Twist Express is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.