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2005 Giant VT 2

Velopedia Archive ID 93647

Overview

Model year	2005
Brand	Giant
Model	VT 2
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	93647
Colors	Satin Silver/Satin Black
Sizes	16.5", 18.5", 20.5", 22.5"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Aluxx SL aluminum
Fork	Manitou Minute 1:00 SPV, 90 - 120mm adjustable travel
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shock	Manitou Swinger Air SPV, 5" - 5.75" adjustable travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore LX
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore XT SGS
Crankset	Race Face Evolve XC ISIS, 22/32/44 teeth
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain	1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Time ATAC Alium

Brakes

Brakes	Hayes HFX-9 Hydraulic Disc brakes, Hayes HFX-9 Hydraulic Disc front/Hayes HFX-9 Hydraulic rear levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless FSA integrated
Handlebar	Easton EA50
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Easton EA50
Saddle	WTB Rocket V
Seatpost	Easton EA50, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Deore XT disc
Rims	Mavic X223 Disc, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 14/15ga. (2.0/1.8mm) straight gauge
Front tire	26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Scorpion Airlight
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 25, 2026.