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Giant 2026 Defy Advanced 2
Please contact store for availability on 04 589 2822 or support@cyclescience.co.nz
With effortless efficiency and quiet compliance, this lightweight endurance road machine helps you ride stronger and longer. The composite frame and purpose-built components smooth out rough roads and minimize fatigue.
Functional simplicity
Free of cumbersome gimmickry, the frameset is one of the lightest in its category. With a perfect balance of high-performance reactivity and all-day comfort, it offers a “less is more” experience for modern endurance road riding.
Engineered compliance
Advanced-grade composite frame and fork are specifically engineered for endurance road riding, delivering a smooth and efficient ride quality that minimises fatigue on long rides. The new D-Fuse components work together to further absorb road shocks and vibrations.
Total control
New Contact D-Fuse handlebar features ergonomic shaping and an 8-degree flare for comfort and control on all-day rides. Wide, alloy rims are optimised for high-volume tubeless tires (up to 38mm), providing predictable handling and stability from asphalt to cobbles.
Giant 2026 Defy Advanced 2
Frame
Size: XS, S, M, ML, L
Colour: Abyss Black
Frame: Advanced-Grade Composite, disc
Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc
Shock:
Drivetrain
Crankset: Shimano 105, 34/50 XS:165mm, S:165mm, M:170mm, M/L:170mm, L:172.5mm, XL:172.5mm
Pedals:
Chain: KMC X12L-1
Bottom Bracket: Shimano, press fit
Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105
Front Derailleur: Shimano 105
Derailleur Shifter: Shimano 105
Freewheel/Cassette: Shimano 105, 12-speed, 11x36
Braking System
Brakes: Shimano 105 hydraulic, Shimano SM-RT64 [F]160mm, [R]160mm
Brake Levers: Shimano 105
Wheels
Tyres: Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), folding
Wheels/Rims: Giant P-R1 Disc wheelset, alloy
Hubs: Giant P-R1 Disc wheelset, alloy
Other
Handlebar: Giant Contact SL D-Fuse XS:38/41cm, S:38/41cm, M:40/43cm, M/L:40/43cm, L:42/45cm, XL:42/45cm
Stem: Giant Contact AeroLight XS:80mm, S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:100mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm
Seat Post: Giant D-Fuse, composite, 14mm offset
Saddle: Giant Approach
Giant 2026 Defy Advanced 2
| XS | S | M | ML | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Seat Tube Length (mm) | 410 | 445 | 480 | 515 | 535 | 565 |
| B Seat Tube Angle | 74.5° | 74.0° | 73.5° | 73.0° | 73.0° | 73.0° |
| C Top Tube Length (mm) | 515 | 530 | 545 | 560 | 575 | 595 |
| D Head Tube Length (mm) | 125 | 135 | 150 | 175 | 195 | 215 |
| E Head Tube Angle | 70.5° | 71.8° | 72.5° | 72.5° | 72.5° | 72.5° |
| F Fork Rake (mm) | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| G Trail (mm) | 71.6 | 63.4 | 58.6 | 58.6 | 58.6 | 58.6 |
| H Wheelbase (mm) | 995 | 994 | 998 | 1010 | 1025 | 1040 |
| I Chain Stay Length (mm) | 420 | 420 | 420 | 420 | 420 | 420 |
| J Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) | 75 | 75 | 75 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| K Stack (mm) | 527 | 541 | 558 | 577 | 596 | 615 |
| L Reach (mm) | 369 | 375 | 380 | 384 | 393 | 402 |
| M Stand Over Height (mm) | 705 | 733 | 762 | 796 | 814 | 841 |
| O Stem Length (mm) | 80 | 90 | 100 | 100 | 110 | 110 |
| P Crank Length (mm) | 165 | 165 | 170 | 170 | 172.5 | 172.5 |
*Please note that our specifications may be impacted by running substitution changes, we highly recommend confirming the specifications of our products at the time of sale. *Recommended Retail Prices are subject to change without notice and may vary from store to store depending on freighting and assembly costs. Please read our Terms & Conditions
*Giant & Liv Bicycles are available for purchase online, but due to warranty regulations, must be shipped to qualified Giant dealers, as bicycles must be assembled by a qualified bike mechanic in an approved store - This is an international policy and usually will require an additional fee to build the bike. This will be confirmed by one of our online staff after purchase of the bike.
