Frame Technology
Ride like a pro on the most advanced ALUXX SL aluminum frame yet. Giant flexes some engineering muscle to produce a lighter, stiffer tubeset than before, with better ride tuning, so you get the best of everything.
KEY UPGRADES (over Defy 3)
— 9-speed Shimano Sora shifting
— Composite seatpost
— Lighter Mavic CXP22 rims, Formula sealed hubs/SAPIM race spokes, wheelset
Average Retail Price 
This tab page spec chart represents the MOST CURRENT information available, superseding any printed or PDF formatted information. Specifications and price are subject to change without notice.
| color | Red/Silver/Black |
|---|---|
| size | XS,S,M,M/L,L,XL |
| frame | ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum |
| fork | Advanced-Grade Composite, Alloy OverDrive Steerer |
| handlebar | Giant Alloy Anatomic Bend, 31.8 |
| stem | Giant Alloy 4-bolt |
| seatpost | Giant Composite, 30.9 |
| saddle | Giant Performance Road, Men's |
| pedals | Caged w/ Clips (not shown photo) |
| shifters | Shimano Sora |
| front derailleur | Shimano Sora |
| rear derailleur | Shimano Tiagra |
| brakes | Tektro R350 Dual Pivot |
| brake levers | Shimano Sora |
| cassette | Shimano HG50, 12/25, 9-speed |
| chain | Shimano HG-73 |
| cranks | FSA Omega, 30/39/50 |
| bb | FSA Mega Exo, External |
| rims | Mavic CXP22 |
| hubs | Formula sealed Cartridge Bearing 24/28h |
| spokes | SAPIM Race, 14/15g |
| tires | Kenda Kriterium, 700x23 |
Brochure (PDF)
