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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2003 Giant Simple Single and 2004 Giant Simple Single.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2003 Giant Simple Single36T · 20T · 1-speed
Ratio1.80:1
Estimated speed at 90 RPMGear12.7 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.125; rear size isn’t listed.

2004 Giant Simple Single36T · 20T · 1-speed
Ratio1.80:1
Estimated speed at 90 RPMGear12.7 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.125; rear size isn’t listed.

How it works

Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.

Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.

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Specification
2003 Giant Simple Single
2004 Giant Simple Single
Overview
Model Year
2003
2004
Brand
Giant
Giant
Model
Simple Single
Simple Single
Bicycle Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Original MSRP
$240.00
$240.00
Colors
Black, Blue, Pink, Red, Silver
Black, Blue, Pink, Red, Silver
Sizes
Men's, Women's
Men's, Women's
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Aluxx aluminum
Aluxx aluminum
Fork
Giant Simple
Giant Simple
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Cruiser Mix
—
Crankset
Giant Alloy Cruiser, 36 teeth
Giant Alloy Cruiser, 36 teeth
Rear Cogs
1-speed, 20 teeth
1-speed, 20 teeth
Chain
1/2 x 3/32"
1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Platform
Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano coaster brake rear
Shimano coaster brake rear
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" steel
1 1/8" steel
Handlebar
Steel, cruiser
Steel, cruiser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Aluminum
Aluminum
Saddle
Giant Dual Density Cruiser
Giant Dual Density Cruiser
Seatpost
Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano roller, Rear: Shimano Coaster Brake
Front: aluminum, nutted, Rear: Shimano Coaster Brake
Rims
Aluminum, 36-hole
Aluminum, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
Brass nipples
Front Tire
26 x 2.125" Giant Simple Road Star
26 x 2.125" Giant Simple Road Star
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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