Go long. Go fast. Superlight and silky smooth, the flagship series of the new Defy range is back to reclaim its title as the pinnacle of endurance road. It’s the perfect choice for the sportive or gran fondo that’s circled on your calendar.

Functional simplicity

Free of cumbersome gimmickry, the frameset is one of the lightest in its category. With a perfect balance of high-performance reactivity and all-day comfort, it offers a “less is more” experience for modern endurance road riding.

Engineered compliance

Advanced SL-grade composite frame and fork are specifically engineered for endurance road riding, delivering a smooth and efficient ride quality that minimizes fatigue on long rides. The new D-Fuse components work together to further absorb road shocks and vibrations.

Total control

A new Contact D-Fuse handlebar features ergonomic shaping and an 8-degree flare for comfort and control on all-day rides. Wide, hookless carbon rims (22.4mm inner width) are optimized for high-volume tubeless tires (up to 38mm), and a 36mm rim depth offers stable, predictable handling in crosswinds.

Specs

• Frame
  
  • Advanced SL-grade composite, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc
• Fork
  
  • Advanced SL-grade composite, full-composite D-shaped OverDrive Aero steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc
• Handlebar
  
  • Giant Contact SLR D-Fuse, composite
• Grips
  
  • Stratus Lite 3.0
• Stem
  
  • Giant Contact SLR Aerolight, -10-degree
• Seatpost
  
  • Giant D-Fuse SLR, composite, -5/+15mm offset
• Saddle
  
  • Giant Fleet SLR
• Shifters
  
  • SRAM RED AXS E1, 2x12
• Front Derailleur
  
  • SRAM RED AXS E1
• Rear Derailleur
  
  • SRAM RED AXS E1
• Brakes
  
  • SRAM RED hydraulic - SRAM PaceLine X rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
• Brake Levers
  
  • SRAM RED AXS E1
• Cassette
  
  • SRAM RED, 12-speed, 10x36
• Chain
  
  • SRAM RED E1
• Crankset
  
  • SRAM RED PM E1 DUB, 33/46<br>with power meter
• Bottom Bracket
  
  • SRAM DUB, press fit
• Rims
  
  • CADEX 36 Disc WheelSystem, [F] 36mm, [R] 36mm
• Hubs
  
  • [F] CADEX R1 Hub, CenterLock, 12mm thru-axle, ceramic bearings<br>[R] CADEX R1-C30 Low Friction Hub, 30t ratchet driver, CenterLock, 12mm thru-axle, ceramic bearings
• Spokes
  
  • CADEX Aero Carbon Spoke
• Tires
  
  • CADEX Classics, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), 170 TPI, folding
• Extras
  
  • computer mount, fender mount, water bottle cages, tubeless prepared, 38mm max tire size
• Max Tire Clearance
  
  • 38mm