- DESCRIPTION
- Specifications
- Geometry
- Sizing Guide
DESCRIPTION
Rock rolls, sketchy drops and step-ups. This new full-composite trail machine handles it all with confidence and control. New longer travel Maestro rear suspension (145mm), adjustable geometry, and a mixed wheel setup make it a singletrack sensation.
An all-new frameset is engineered with an Advanced-grade composite mainframe and swingarm. The “SX” indicates its descending focus, with additional travel including updated 145mm Maestro suspension in the rear and a beefier 160mm fork up front. The frame is equipped with two, three-position flip chips for the ultimate in versatility and adjustability. The rear flip chip, located on the Maestro rocker arm, allows riders to adjust frame geometry and fine-tune handling for riding style and terrain. A second flip chip at the headset provides 10mm (-5mm, 0mm, +5mm) of reach adjustment. Also new is an integrated down tube storage compartment for carrying trail-riding essentials.
Updated Suspension
This “SX” series features an all-new Maestro rear suspension system with added travel (145mm) for technical singletrack. The trunnion mount shock and Advanced Forged Composite rocker arm combine for a longer stroke that has a smooth, active feel, plus greater stiffness in the chassis for improved tracking over rough terrain. The rear suspension is paired with a longer travel 160mm suspension fork, giving aggressive trail riders added confidence and control.
Adjustable Trail Geometry
A three-position Maestro flip chip lets you dial in frame geometry to suit your riding style and terrain. The high setting adds more ground clearance, a good option for tight, technical singletrack. The low setting creates a slacker head angle and lower bottom bracket for confident handling at higher speeds. The middle position is neutral. In addition, a new headset flip chip provides 10mm of total reach adjustment.
Mixed Wheel Setup
This model comes with a 27.5-inch rear wheel. The smaller wheel diameter delivers an agile, snappy feel on the trail and more saddle-to-tire clearance in the rear. Riders typically favor this “mullet” setup for riding steep, technical terrain.
Specifications
Frame
Advanced-grade composite front and rear triangles, 145mm Maestro suspension, flip chip - Maestro 3, flip chip - headset, 12x148mm thru-axle, integrated downtube storage
Fork
Fox 36 Performance Elite, GRIP2 damper, 44mm offset, 160mm, 15x110 Kabolt, custom tuned for Giant
Shock
Fox Float X Performance Elite, 185/55, custom tuned for Giant
Handlebar
Giant Contact TR35, 780x35mm, 20mm rise
Grips
Giant Tactal Pro single lock-on
Stem
Giant Contact SL 35 S:40mm, M:40mm, L:50mm, XL:50mm
Seatpost
Giant Contact Switch Adjustable, remote S: 110-140mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm M: 140-170mm travel / 30.9 x 470mm L: 170-200mm travel / 30.9 x 530mm XL: 170-200mm travel / 30.9 x 530mm
Saddle
Giant Romero SL
Shifters
Shimano SLX SL-M7100, 1x12
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX RD-M7100
Brakes
Shimano Deore BR-M7100, hydraulic, Shimano RT-66 rotors [F] 203mm, [R] 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore BL-M6100
Cassette
Shimano SLX, 10x51
Chain
KMC X-12
Crankset
Shimano M512, 30t, 55mm chainline S:165mm, M:170mm, L:170mm, XL:170mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano, press fit
Rims
Giant TRX 2 Carbon 29 WheelSystem, 30mm inner width
Hubs
[F] Giant MTB alloy, 6-bolt
[R] Giant MTB alloy, 30t 3-pawl driver, 6-bolt
Spokes
Sapim
Tires
[F] Maxxis Minion DHF 29x2.5 WT, EXO, TR
[R] Maxxis DHRII 27.5x2.4, EXO, MaxxTerra, TR, tubeless
Extras
Tubeless prepared, 2.5" max tire size, 36t max chainring size, 3M tailgate protector, integrated down tube storage bag
* Specifications are subject to change without notice
Geometry
| S | M | L | XL | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOW | MID | HIGH | LOW | MID | HIGH | LOW | MID | HIGH | LOW | MID | HIGH | ||
| A | Reach | 413 | 417 | 421 | 443 | 447 | 451 | 463 | 467 | 471 | 494 | 497 | 501 |
| B | Stack | 626 | 623 | 621 | 631 | 628 | 625 | 640 | 638 | 635 | 650 | 647 | 644 |
| C | Head Tube Angle | 63.1° | 63.5° | 63.9° | 63.2° | 63.5° | 63.9° | 63.2° | 63.6° | 63.9° | 63.3° | 63.6° | 63.9° |
| D | Bottom Bracket Drop | 30 | 25 | 21 | 31 | 26 | 21 | 30 | 26 | 21 | 31 | 26 | 21 |
| E | Wheelbase | 1194 | 1193 | 1193 | 1226 | 1225 | 1225 | 1250 | 1250 | 1249 | 1285 | 1284 | 1283 |
| F | Chainstay Length | 440 | 439 | 438 | 440 | 439 | 438 | 440 | 439 | 438 | 440 | 439 | 438 |
| G | Head Tube Length | 100 | 105 | 115 | 125 |
| H | Top Tube Length | 574 | 573 | 572 | 605 | 604 | 603 | 627 | 626 | 626 | 660 | 659 | 658 |
| I | Seat Tube Angle | 75.5° | 75.9° | 76.3° | 75.6° | 75.9° | 76.3° | 75.6° | 76.0° | 76.3° | 75.7° | 76.0° | 76.3° |
| J | Stand Over Height | 727 | 731 | 735 | 730 | 734 | 739 | 754 | 751 | 756 | 744 | 749 | 754 |
*All measurements in degrees or millimetres
Sizing Guide
| Size | Height | |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial | Metric | |
| S | 5'4" - 5'8" | 163- 172cm |
| M | 5'7" - 5'11" | 171 - 180cm |
| L | 5'10" - 6'2" | 179 - 188cm |
| XL | 6'2" - 6'6" | 187 - 198cm |
The sizing chart is a great place to start when picking your next bike but everyone will fit a bike a bit differently. Your torso, arm, and leg lengths all play into what size of bike you may need. Plus, there's your own personal preference.
We always recommend swinging by the shop and taking the bike that you're looking for a spin to see how it feels. If you're unable to come by, looking at the geometry of your current bike and comparing it is a good place to start. If you have any further questions, our customer service team is there to help.
