What does Aluxx mean?

Aluxx is a proprietary technology belonging to Giant Bicycles. I think it relates to the kind of aluminum alloy Giant uses, and how the tubes are shaped and joined to make bike frames. I can tell you that one of my bikes is a Giant with an Aluxx aluminum frame, and it performs well— it is my “work horse” bike.

What is the best material for a road bike frame?

Road Bike Materials

• Steel. The most traditional frame material, steel has been used by framebuilders for over a century.
• Aluminum. Aluminum was first used in frame construction in 1895.
• Titanium. Titanium (also called “ti”) is one of the longest lasting, strongest, and most expensive frame materials.
• Carbon Fiber.

What Aluminium is used for bike frames?

There are two main aluminium alloys in use in the bike industry today – 6061 and 7005.

Are giant bikes aluminum?

Engineered and built in Giant’s industry-leading aluminum forging facility, it’s a true all-rounder for ambitious road riders.

What is Giant SLR?

The most advanced steerer tube technology in today’s Giant bikes. Designed to offer unprecedented front-end steering performance, the system’s oversized headset bearings (1 1/2” lower, 1 1/4” upper) and tapered steerer tube work in harmony to provide supreme steering stiffness.

Are carbon fiber bikes faster than aluminum?

Generally speaking, yes, carbon bikes are faster than aluminum, but it’s important not to lose sight of the significance of design and build quality when assessing the performance of bikes made of different materials.

What is the lightest bike frame material?

Titanium. For lightest road bikes’ frames, Titanium, referred to as “ti” has been one of the lightest, longest lasting but most expensive frame materials. It competes with aluminum in weight, and it is generally as comfortable as steel. You will feel the frames very light and vibrant.

Do Aluminium bike frames crack?

Yes, aluminum bike frames will eventually crack. It may take an exceedingly long time if you have a quality bike frame, but it is something that will eventually happen, and there is nothing you can do that can really prevent it. You also do not really get a warning that the bike frame is going to crack.

Is an aluminum bike frame good?

Aluminum. The most common bike frame material, aluminum is known for being corrosion resistant, fairly light (though typically not as light as carbon fiber), and having a high strength-to-weight ratio. It’s also reasonably affordable, making it a popular choice for riders and racers on a budget.

How many gears does a giant defy have?

This bike has an FSA Tempo, 34/50 double crankset, and an SRAM PG850 11×32, 8-speed cassette. It uses Tektro R312 brakes and Shimano Claris brake levers and shifters. The famous Shimano brand sports entry-level components for 8 speeds and a 2-gear front gear.

What is the ALUXX technology?

Aluxx is a proprietary technology belonging to Giant Bicycles. I think it relates to the kind of aluminum alloy Giant uses, and how the tubes are shaped and joined to make bike frames. I can tell you that one of my bikes is a Giant with an Aluxx aluminum frame, and it performs well— it is my “work horse” bike.

What type of aluminum does giant use on their aluminum bikes?

Aluxx aluminum that Giant uses on their aluminum bikes currently is 6061 alloy that is specially formed by Giant. Aluxx SL is a 6011 alloy that they specially form and Aluxx SLR is a butted 6011 alloy that’s specially formed.

What is the difference between ALUXX SL and butted frames?

Butted frame tubes have walls that are thicker at the ends and thinner in the midsections. This allows engineers to maximize strength at the frame joints where the most stress occurs. We use state-of-the-art grain manipulation to produce triple-butted tubes with walls that are 20 percent thinner and lighter than ALUXX SL tubes.

What type of aluminium is used to make a bike frame?

“Everything is done in-house, which means we have total control over what we produce. The entry-level frames use 6061 aluminium, which is actually really high standard, but that’s just our starting point. The 6000 part meaning that it’s heat-treated, and all welding is done by hand, as well.”