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2012 Giant Defy 3 Compact

Velopedia Archive ID 1000105

Overview

Model year	2012
Brand	Giant
Model	Defy 3 Compact
Bicycle type	Road
Archive ID	1000105
Original MSRP	$1,370.00
Colors	White/Black/Silver, White/Blue/Black
Sizes	L, M, M/L, S, XL, XS

Frameset

Frame material	ALUXX SL Grade aluminum
Fork	Advanced Grade Composite

Drivetrain

Shifters	Shimano 105 STI 10spd
Front derailleur	Shimano 105
Rear derailleur	Shimano 105 10sp
Crankset	Shimano R565 50/34t
Bottom bracket	Shimano Press Fit
Cassette	Shimano Tiagra 10spd 12-28t
Chain	Shimano Tiagra 10spd
Pedals	not included

Brakes

Brakes	Tektro TK-R540 dual pivot

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	Giant Connect
Stem	Giant Connect 31.8mm
Saddle	Giant Performance Road
Seatpost	Giant Connect Composite 30.9mm

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Giant Sealed Bearing Giant Sealed Bearing
Front tire	Giant P-R3 700x23c

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