Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2012 Giant Defy Composite 3

Velopedia Archive ID 1000113

Overview

Model year	2012
Brand	Giant
Model	Defy Composite 3
Bicycle type	Road
Archive ID	1000113
Original MSRP	$1,650.00
Colors	Black/White/Silver
Sizes	L, M, M/L, S, XL, XS

Frameset

Frame material	Giant Composite Technology
Fork	Advanced Grade Composite

Drivetrain

Shifters	Shimano Tiagra STI 10spd
Front derailleur	Shimano Tiagra
Rear derailleur	Shimano Tiagra 10spd
Crankset	FSA MegaExo 50/34t
Bottom bracket	FSA MegaExo 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 Sport Alloy 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 October 1, 2026.