DEFY LIMITS
Peak performance to push yourself farther.
Superlight and smooth riding, this is the new standard for endurance road.
A disc-brake specific, Advanced SL-grade composite frame forms the heart of this ultra-high-performance beauty.
Laid up by hand, every Defy Advanced SL adds road-smoothing comfort without compromising weight or responsiveness.
Whether you’re sprinting or launching a long solo break, Defy Advanced SL is engineered to let you hammer out more miles with greater ease.
| Part | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Frame | Advanced SL-Grade Composite |
| Fork | Advanced SL-Grade Composite, Full-Composite OverDrive 2 Steerer |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact SLR, full-composite |
| Stem | Giant Contact SLR, ±8-degree rise, full-composite, Ti bolts |
| Seatpost | Integrated |
| Saddle | Giant Contact SLR Neutral, carbon rail |
| Shifters | Shimano RS685 disc, 11-speed |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra, 11-speed |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra, 11-speed |
| Brakes | Shimano RS785 hydraulic disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano RS685 disc |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra 11-28, 11s |
| Chain | KMC X11SL, 11s |
| Crankset | Shimano Ultegra 34/50 |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, Press Fit |
| Rims | Giant SLR 0 Disc WheelSystem, ultralight full-carbon 30mm rims, clincher, Tubeless compatible |
| Hubs | Giant SLR 0 Disc WheelSystem, Giant alloy, 6-bolt disc, sealed bearings, Star Ratchet hub driver, [F] 20H, [R] 24H |
| Spokes | Sapim CX-Ray, Straight pull, alloy locking nipples |
| Tires | Giant P-SLR1, Front and Rear Specific, 700×25, Folding |