Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
159cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
171cm - 184cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc
Suspension Fork
alloy, rack mounts
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF41
Cassette
MF-TZ50, 14x34
Crank
forged alloy, 28/38/48
Bottom Bracket
cartridge
Chain
KMC Z8.3
Pedals
Giant Urban Fitness
Wheels
Front Hub
alloy, loose ball bearing
Rear Hub
alloy, loose ball bearing
Rims
Giant GX Disc wheelset
Spokes
stainless, 14g
Tires
Giant S-X3 Puncture Protect, 700x38
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro MD-U310
Brake Levers
Shimano ST-EF41
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Sport
Handlebar
Giant Sport, alloy
Seat
Saddle
Liv Sport Comfort
Seatpost
Giant Sport, 27.2
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.52 mm |
| Front Center | 623 mm | 629 mm | 633 mm | 649 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 75.1 mm | 72 mm | 68.7 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Stack | 570 mm | 587 mm | 603 mm | 617 mm |
| Reach | 387 mm | 392 mm | 396 mm | 407 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 549 mm | 564 mm | 579 mm | 594 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 420 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 145 mm | 160 mm | 175 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1071 mm | 1077 mm | 1081 mm | 1097 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 687 mm | 723 mm | 753 mm | 783 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 159 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
About this model
Alight 3 DD Disc is part of the Liv Alight model. Liv released 60 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Liv Alight 24 2020 has a starting price of 350$. Liv Alight 2 DD City Disc 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 710$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Commuter bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Commuter bike is 762$. However, even though the average price of a Commuter bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 470$. If we compare this with the average Commuter bike cost we notice that the price is 62.13% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork material
Alight 3 DD Disc has an aluminum fork, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Alight 3 DD Disc model has 700c aluminum wheels. 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.