Push your endurance limits with the Giant 2025 Defy Advanced 1, a cutting-edge road bike designed for all-day comfort and high-performance riding. Whether you're tackling long-distance rides, climbing hills, or enjoying weekend adventures with family, this bike offers a seamless blend of speed, agility, and ride quality.
With its lightweight Advanced-Grade Composite frame, endurance-focused geometry, and electronic Shimano 105 Di2 shifting, the Defy Advanced 1 ensures effortless control, smooth shifting, and confidence on every road.
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Advanced-Grade Composite frame & fork for an ultra-light yet durable design
OverDrive full-composite steerer improves steering precision and control
12x142mm rear & 12x100mm front thru-axles for increased stiffness and stability
Shimano 105 Di2 wireless shifting delivers crisp, reliable gear changes
12-speed drivetrain (11Ă—36T cassette) ensures a wide gear range for hills and flats
Shimano 105 compact crankset (34/50T) for smooth pedalling efficiency
Shimano 105 Di2 hydraulic brakes provide responsive stopping power
160mm Giant MPH rotors ensure optimal braking performance in any weather
Ride with confidence on wet roads and steep descents
Giant Contact SL D-Fuse Handlebar & D-Fuse Seatpost absorb vibrations for a smoother ride
Giant Approach Saddle designed for long-distance comfort
Tubeless-Ready Giant Gavia Fondo 1 Tyres (700x32c) enhance grip, speed, and puncture resistance
Giant P-R2 Disc Alloy Wheelset for strength and durability
Sapim spokes & Giant alloy hubs for improved longevity
38mm max tyre clearance allows for customisation based on terrain preference
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✔ Endurance-Focused Geometry – Designed for all-day comfort and long-distance rides
✔ Road Bike Efficiency – Perfect for smooth tarmac, rolling hills, and endurance cycling
✔ Electronic Precision – Shimano 105 Di2 ensures flawless, wireless shifting
✔ Stable & Versatile – Tubeless-ready tyres and disc brakes for enhanced control
✔ Lightweight & Durable – Built for performance without compromising comfort
Frame
Frame: Advanced-Grade Composite, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc
Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc
Components
Handlebar: Giant Contact SL D-Fuse XS:40/42cm, S:40/42cm, M:42/44cm, M/L:42/44cm, L:44/46cm, XL:44/46cm
Stem: Giant Contact AeroLight XS:80mm, S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:100mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm
Seat Post: Giant D-Fuse, composite, 14mm offset
Saddle: Giant Approach
Drivetrain
Shifters: Shimano 105 Di2 ST-R7170
Front Derailleur: Shimano 105 Di2 FD-7150
Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105 Di2 RD-7150
Brakes: Shimano 105 Di2 hydraulic, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
Brake Levers: Shimano 105 Di2
Cassette: Shimano 105, 12-speed, 11Ă—36
Chain: KMC X12L-1
Crankset: Shimano 105, 34/50 XS:170mm, S:170mm, M:172.5mm, M/L:172.5mm, L:175mm, XL:175mm
Bottom Bracket: Shimano, press fit
Wheels
Rims: Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset, alloy
Hubs: Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle
Spokes: Sapim
Tyres: Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), folding
Other
Extras: Water bottle cages, tubeless prepared, 38mm max tyre size
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Whether you're a dedicated road cyclist, a weekend warrior, or someone who enjoys long rides with family, the Giant 2025 Defy Advanced 1 delivers the ideal mix of endurance, control, and speed.
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