Giant Twist Freedom 2011
2011 E-bike
Estimate price |
1,825$
E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Nexus, Giant -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Shimano hub-drive -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX-Grade Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Suntour, 63mm Travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Nexus
Cassette
Shimano 18T, 7-Speed Nexus internal
Crank
Giant Pedal Plus, 46T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge
Chain
KMC-Z51, Rustproof
Pedals
Alloy/Kraton Comfort Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
[F] SyncDrive Motor, [R] Shimano Nexus 7-Speed, 36h
Rear Hub
[F] SyncDrive Motor, [R] Shimano Nexus 7-Speed, 36h
Rims
Alloy Double Wall
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Kenda, 700x35, w/ Slime-Filled Innertubes
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy, Direct-Pull
Brake Levers
Shimano Nexus
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy Adjustable
Handlebar
Alloy, High Rise
Seat
Saddle
Giant Unity Comfort Groove Plus w/ Memory Foam
Seatpost
Alloy Suspension, 27.2
Motor & Battery
Motor
[F] SyncDrive Motor, [R] Shimano Nexus 7-Speed, 36h
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Twist Freedom is part of the Giant E Twist model. 6 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Giant E Twist e-bikes models from 2011, by clicking 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
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Hybrid e-bike that is reliable is 2480$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Hybrid e-bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Giant Twist Freedom price was 1825$. If we compare this with the average Hybrid e-bike cost we notice that the price is 35.89% lower.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour model. The travel on this model is 63mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Twist Freedom model has 700c aluminum wheels. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Giant Twist Freedom has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.