Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2012 Giant Defy Composite 2

Velopedia Archive ID 1000112

Overview

Model year	2012
Brand	Giant
Model	Defy Composite 2
Bicycle type	Road
Archive ID	1000112
Original MSRP	$1,850.00
Colors	Black/White/Red
Sizes	L, M, M/L, S, XL, XS

Frameset

Frame material	Giant Composite Technology
Fork	Advanced Grade Composite

Drivetrain

Shifters	SRAM Apex DoubleTap 10spd
Front derailleur	SRAM Apex
Rear derailleur	SRAM Apex
Crankset	SRAM Apex Compact 50/34t
Bottom bracket	GXP Press Fit
Cassette	SRAM Apex 10spd 11-32t
Chain	SRAM PC-1051
Pedals	not included

Brakes

Brakes	SRAM Apex

Cockpit & contact points

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

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.