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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
2020 Giant Cypress DX had an archived price $160 lower than 2021 Giant Cypress DX.
Archived price is the amount preserved with the source record. It may be a list or sale price; it is not a current offer or used-bike valuation.
Selected-size geometry
Geometry overlay
Frames share one scale and a bottom-bracket alignment. Size labels differ by brand; schematic drawing aids are identified below.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.82:1Highest4.00:1Total range486%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×45.
Lowest0.82:1Highest4.00:1Total range486%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×45.
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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2021 Giant Cypress DX
2020 Giant Cypress DX
Overview
Model Year
2021
2020
Brand
Giant
Giant
Model
Cypress DX
Cypress DX
Bicycle Type
City/Commuter
City/Commuter
Archived price
$710.00
$550.00
Colors
Metallic Black
Metallic Black, Dark Silver
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
XS, S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc
ALUXX-Grade Aluminum
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
SR Suntour NEX, 63mm travel
SR Suntour NEX, 63mm travel
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano M315
microSHIFT
Front Derailleur
MicroSHIFT T382
microSHIFT
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano Altus
Crankset
forged alloy, 28/44 with chainguard
forged alloy, 28/44 with chainguard
Bottom Bracket
sealed cartridge
sealed cartridge
Cassette
Shimano HG31, 8-speed, 11x34
Shimano CS-HG31, 11x34
Chain
KMC Z8.3
KMC Z8.3
Pedals
platform plus comfort
platform plus comfort
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro mechanical disc, 160mm
TKB-172 mechanical disc
Cockpit & Contact Points
Handlebar
Alloy, high rise, 25.4
alloy, high
Stem
Alloy, adjustable quill
alloy adjustable
Saddle
Giant Comfort
Giant Comfort
Seatpost
alloy suspension, 30.9
alloy suspension, 30.9
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Alloy, QR, 32h
alloy, 32h, loose ball bearing
Rims
Giant GX wheelset
Giant GX Disc
Spokes
Stainless
stainless, 14g
Front Tire
Giant P-X2, 700x45c, puncture protect
Giant P-X3 multi-surface, 700x45
Rear Tire
Giant P-X2, 700x45c, puncture protect
Giant P-X3 multi-surface, 700x45
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
401 mm
401 mm
Stack
620 mm
620 mm
Head-tube angle
69.5°
69.5°
Seat-tube angle
73.5°
73.5°
Head tube
165 mm
165 mm
Chainstay / rear center
455 mm
455 mm
Wheelbase
1105 mm
1105 mm
Standover height
782 mm
782 mm
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.