Product information "Defy Advanced 2"
Features - Giant Defy Advanced 2
- High-quality full carbon frame with endurance geometry and maximum tire clearance of 40mm
- Advanced full carbon fork
- Shimano 105 Disc 2x12-speed groupset
- Hydraulic Shimano 105 HRD disc brakes with 160 mm brake rotors
- Robust Giant P-R1 Disc tubeless wheelset
- Giant Gavia Fondo 32 mm tubeless tires
- Giant carbon seatpost and aluminum handlebars with D-Fuse technology
Highlights
Functional simplicity
With no unnecessary frills, the frame is one of the lightest in its category. With its perfect balance between high responsiveness and all-day comfort, it offers a "less is more" experience for modern endurance road cycling.
Engineered compliance
The high-quality carbon frame and fork are made specifically for endurance road cycling and provide a smooth and efficient ride that minimizes fatigue on long rides. The new D-Fuse components work together to absorb road shocks and vibrations even better.
Total control
The new Contact D-Fuse handlebars have an ergonomic shape and an 8-degree flare for comfort and control on long rides. The wide aluminium rims are optimized for large-volume tubeless tires (up to 38 mm) and ensure predictable handling and stability on asphalt and cobblestones.
Recommended frame sizes
Technologies
Advanced Composite Technology
GIANT's high-performance carbon fiber is used to produce this special carbon frame material, which is woven and processed in-house and has an excellent stiffness-to-weight ratio. The front frame triangle is molded as a single piece. The modified monocoque construction eliminates the outer braided composite layer. This reduces weight without compromising ride quality, stability or stiffness.
D-Fuse technology
The seatpost and handlebars with D-Fuse technology are designed to work as a system, absorbing shocks and vibrations from the road so you can ride further and faster.
OverDrive Aero
The D-shaped steerer tube and corresponding spacers are located in the head tube of the brand new Propel range and offer an extremely aerodynamic, easier to maintain system of internally routed brake and shift cables.
Tubeless system
Fewer punctures. Better traction. Less rolling resistance. GIANT's tubeless system makes mounting easier and provides extra riding pleasure.
Compact Road Design
The Compact Road Design was introduced in the 1990s by GIANT with the professional team ONCE and revolutionized the look of high-performance road bikes forever. A sloping top tube creates smaller front and rear triangles for a lighter, stiffer bike. It makes it easier for riders of all sizes to get the perfect fit.
- Manufacturer number: 1031023145
- EAN: 4711291228856
- Model Year: 2026
Giant Defy Advanced 2
Features - Giant Defy Advanced 2
- High-quality full carbon frame with endurance geometry and maximum tire clearance of 40mm
- Advanced full carbon fork
- Shimano 105 Disc 2x12-speed groupset
- Hydraulic Shimano 105 HRD disc brakes with 160 mm brake rotors
- Robust Giant P-R1 Disc tubeless wheelset
- Giant Gavia Fondo 32 mm tubeless tires
- Giant carbon seatpost and aluminum handlebars with D-Fuse technology
Highlights
Functional simplicity
With no unnecessary frills, the frame is one of the lightest in its category. With its perfect balance between high responsiveness and all-day comfort, it offers a "less is more" experience for modern endurance road cycling.
Engineered compliance
The high-quality carbon frame and fork are made specifically for endurance road cycling and provide a smooth and efficient ride that minimizes fatigue on long rides. The new D-Fuse components work together to absorb road shocks and vibrations even better.
Total control
The new Contact D-Fuse handlebars have an ergonomic shape and an 8-degree flare for comfort and control on long rides. The wide aluminium rims are optimized for large-volume tubeless tires (up to 38 mm) and ensure predictable handling and stability on asphalt and cobblestones.
Recommended frame sizes
Technologies
Advanced Composite Technology
GIANT's high-performance carbon fiber is used to produce this special carbon frame material, which is woven and processed in-house and has an excellent stiffness-to-weight ratio. The front frame triangle is molded as a single piece. The modified monocoque construction eliminates the outer braided composite layer. This reduces weight without compromising ride quality, stability or stiffness.
D-Fuse technology
The seatpost and handlebars with D-Fuse technology are designed to work as a system, absorbing shocks and vibrations from the road so you can ride further and faster.
OverDrive Aero
The D-shaped steerer tube and corresponding spacers are located in the head tube of the brand new Propel range and offer an extremely aerodynamic, easier to maintain system of internally routed brake and shift cables.
Tubeless system
Fewer punctures. Better traction. Less rolling resistance. GIANT's tubeless system makes mounting easier and provides extra riding pleasure.
Compact Road Design
The Compact Road Design was introduced in the 1990s by GIANT with the professional team ONCE and revolutionized the look of high-performance road bikes forever. A sloping top tube creates smaller front and rear triangles for a lighter, stiffer bike. It makes it easier for riders of all sizes to get the perfect fit.
- Manufacturer number: 1031023145
- EAN: 4711291228856
- Model Year: 2026
Configuration
| Frame: | Advanced Carbon Frame, 12x142 mm Max. Tyre Clearance: 40mm |
|---|---|
| Frame material: | Carbon |
| Wheel size: | 28" |
| Speeds: | 2 x 12 |
| Colour: | abyss black |
| Fork: | Advanced full carbon fork, OD1 steerer tube, 12x100 mm |
| Brakes: | Shimano BR-R7070 105, 160mm |
| Brake discs: | 160mm / 160mm |
| Brake levers: | Shimano ST-R7120 105 |
| Stem: | GIANT Contact Aerolight, S: 90 mm, M: 100 mm, ML: 100 mm, L: 110 mm, XL: 110 mm |
| Handlebar: | GIANT Contact SL D-Fuse, S: 400 mm, M: 420 mm, ML: 420 mm, L: 440 mm, XL: 440 mm |
| Handlebar tape: | GIANT Stratus Lite 3.0 |
| Saddle: | GIANT Approach |
| Seatpost: | GIANT Contact D-Fuse Carbon |
| Crankset: | Shimano FC-R7100 105, 50/34T, S: 170 mm, M: 172,5 mm, ML: 172,5 mm, L: 175 mm, XL: 175 mm |
|---|---|
| Bottom bracket: | Shimano Pressfit |
| Rear derailleur: | Shimano RD-R7100 12f 105, 12-speed |
| Gear shifters: | Shimano ST-R7120 105, 2x12-speed |
| Front derailleur: | Shimano FD-R7100 105, 12-speed |
| Cassette: | Shimano CS-R7100 105, 11-36 |
| Chain: | KMC X12L-1 |
| Tyres: | GIANT Gavia Fondo 1, 700x32c, Tubeless Ready, 60 TPI delivery tubeless |
| Hubs: | GIANT P-R1 Disc |
| Spokes : | GIANT P-R1 Disc |
| Rims: | GIANT P-R1 Disc, Tubeless Ready |
| Pedals: | not included in the scope of delivery |
| Other details: | Tubeless kit (sealant, valves, tire lever, valve core tool, instruction manual) |
| Maximum total weight allowed: | 127 kg (body weight + bike + equipment) |
Geometry
Das Bike ist super, läuft sehr komfortabel, laufruhig und fahrstabil. Ich bin ein Sitzriese und freue mich daher über den ordentlichen Radstand von 1040mm (XL). Die mechanische 105er schaltet einwandfrei, Shimanos MicroAdjust nervt ein wenig. Geliefert war die Schaltung sauber eingestellt. Ein Schwachpunkt sind die Gavia Fondo 1 Reifen. Mit der 60TPI-Karkasse laufen sie hart und sind sehr schwer - da ist das (ausgelieferte!) Tubeless-Setup für die Wurst. Kurze Schläge und Vibrationen sind spürbar, lange Unebenheiten bringen die Reifen zum wippen und schwimmen, zumindest unter meinem Körpergewicht. Aber Reifen sind ein Verschleißteil, werden bei Gelegenheit gewechselt. Die Laufräder selbst sind gar nicht übel, top zentriert und ihr Gewicht geht mit der 30mm Höhe in Ordnung. Maulweite von 21mm erlauben viele Reifenbreiten. Die Sattelstütze ist mit dem D-förmigen Rohr und etwas Setback wirklich sehr komfortabel. Durch vergleichsweise steilem Sitzwinkel und langen Kettenstreben sitzt man dabei nicht zu weit hinten. Perfekt. Auch der Lenker ist komfortabel und super geformt. Die Spacer unter dem Vorbau (10-10-5-5-2-2) mussten bei mir bis auf einen 2er alle raus, was problemlos zu machen ist ohne die innenverlegten Züge rausnehmen zu müssen - so geht das. Absolut super. Mit einem Wechsel auf andere Reifen kann ich das Bike uneingeschränkt empfehlen.
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