Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2012 Giant Defy 2 Compact

Velopedia Archive ID 1000104

Overview

Model year	2012
Brand	Giant
Model	Defy 2 Compact
Bicycle type	Road
Archive ID	1000104
Original MSRP	$1,160.00
Colors	Black/Red/White
Sizes	L, M, M/L, S, XL, XS

Frameset

Frame material	ALUXX SL Grade aluminum
Fork	Advanced Grade Composite

Drivetrain

Shifters	Shimano Tiagra STI 10spd
Front derailleur	Shimano Tiagra
Rear derailleur	Shimano Tiagra 10spd
Crankset	FSA Omega Compact 50/34t
Bottom bracket	FSA MegaExo Press Fit
Cassette	Shimano Tiagra 10spd 12-30t
Chain	Shimano Tiagra 10spd
Pedals	resin body w/ toe clips

Brakes

Brakes	Tektro TK-R340 dual pivot

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	Giant Sport
Stem	Giant Sport Alloy 31.8mm
Saddle	Giant Performance Road
Seatpost	Giant Sport Alloy 30.9mm

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Giant alloy Giant alloy
Front tire	Giant S-R4 700x23c

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.