With its composite frame and powerful pedal assistance, the Defy Advanced E+ Elite is made for road riders looking to push beyond the usual limits.
Seamless power
At the core of the Defy Advanced E+ Elite is the all-new SyncDrive Move Plus motor, which delivers dynamic, natural feeling pedaling assistance up to 45 km/h in the U.S., 32 km/h in Canada, and 25 km/h in Europe (based on varying regulations within those countries). Integrated into the rear hub, it’s a lightweight powertrain (1.7kg) that harnesses the energy you put into the pedals and amplifies it to help you climb steep hills, power across the flats, and extend your ride while feeling less fatigue.
Lightweight battery
The SyncDrive Move Plus motor is powered by EnergyPak 400, an ultra-slim battery that delivers 400Wh of power in a highly efficient and lightweight 2.3kg system. And by adding an EnergyPak 200 water bottle type range extender, riders can have 600Wh of power. Factoring in the energy savings of the tapered assist cruise phase, riders can easily reach 150km of range. You get all the power, but in a smaller package that’s cleanly integrated within the down tube.
Key features of the Defy E+ range
The motor is engineered with Giant’s “E-Road exclusive riding pattern” to match the pedaling pattern of road cyclists. When you start from a static position, it gradually increases power to give you a smooth feel with no unexpected power surges. When you stop pedaling and coast, it gradually reduces support to avoid a feeling of sudden power loss. When pedaling in “cruise phase,” the motor output is tapered, so it feels natural rather than leading the rider’s pedal stroke. And, equally important, there is no feeling of drag when freewheeling or coasting along.
SyncDrive Move Plus
The SyncDrive Move Plus motor delivers 30Nm of torque, which is comparable to 75Nm of torque in a mid-drive motor—all in a lightweight, quiet system that’s fully integrated into the rear hub. It features five support levels plus Smart Assist technology, which can automatically adjust pedaling support without having to change settings while riding. It’s a dedicated road riding system with a sleek aesthetic and superlight weight of just 1.7kg. A quick-connect power coupler at the rear dropout makes wheel removal and maintenance quick and easy.
Defy Advanced E+ Elite
With its smooth-riding composite frame, lightweight battery, and SyncDrive Move Plus integrated rear hub motor, the Defy Advanced E+ Elite is the ideal choice for performance-minded road riders who want to tackle steep hills, maintain higher speeds, and experience road riding with no limitations.
Defy Advanced E+ Elite AR
Made to give riders added capabilities for rougher roads, the Defy Advanced E+ Elite AR series comes with wide 38mm tubeless tires for smooth-rolling grip and added puncture protection. Combined with is lightweight composite frame and SyncDrive Move Plus integrated rear hub motor, it’s a great choice for smooth rides on rough roads.