Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset X4 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
4130 butted chromoly
Suspension Fork
4130 butted chromoly
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X4
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM X4
Cassette
SRAM PG820 11x32, 8-speed
Crank
Alloy 3-piece, 44T
Bottom Bracket
Sealed
Chain
KMC Z72
Pedals
Nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, 32h
Rear Hub
Alloy, 32h
Rims
Giant Alloy, double wall
Spokes
Stainless Steel Black, 14g
Tires
Giant S-R3, FlatGuard Deflect 3, reflective sidewalls, 700x32
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy, dual pivot
Brake Levers
Alloy, 3-finger
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy quill
Handlebar
Alloy, mid rise, 25.4mm
Seat
Saddle
Giant Via, w/SuperSoft foam
Seatpost
Alloy, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Tube Length | 564 mm | 584 mm | 602 mm | 615 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 124 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 175 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1082 mm | 1082 mm | 1097 mm | 1113 mm |
| Standover Height | 726 mm | 737 mm | 782 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Via 2 belongs to the Giant Via model. 32 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Giant Via bikes models from 2014, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Giant Via 3 2014 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 440$. Giant Via 1 (2015) 2014 on the other hand costs 600$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
General Urban bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Urban bike is 499$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2014 for 530$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Via 2 price is 6.21% higher than the average cost of a General Urban bike.
Via 2 components
Fork material
Via 2 has a steel fork, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Via 2 bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. 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 Via 2 has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.