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2009 Giant Cypher 2

Velopedia Archive ID 16836

Overview

Model year	2009
Brand	Giant
Model	Cypher 2
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	16836
Original MSRP	$2,150.00
Colors	Mint Anodized
Sizes	Womens xsmall, womens small, womens medium, womens large

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	ALUXX SL aluminum
Fork	Fox 32 F120RL, 120mm travel
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shock	Fox Float R, 5" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Deore
Shifters	Shimano Deore Rapidfire
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore
Crankset	Race Face Ride XC, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracket	Race Face X-Type
Cassette	Shimano HG50
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain	Shimano HG73
Pedals	Crank Brothers Smarty

Brakes

Brakes	Hayes Stroker Ryde w/180mm rotor front/Hayes Stroker Ryde w/160mm rotor rear brakes, Hayes Stroker Ryde Hydraulic levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8"
Handlebar	Race Face Evolve XC low-rise
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Race Face Evolve XC
Saddle	WTB Deva Comp
Seatpost	Race Face Evolve XC, 30.9mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Giant Sealed disc w/15mm axle, Rear: Formula alloy sealed disc
Rims	WTB Speed Disc XC
Spokes	Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front tire	26 x 2.1" Kenda Nevagal
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 29, 2026.