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Giant
2021 Giant Explore E+ 2 GTS 28mph
Previous used estimate
$1,424 - $1,465
Actual value depends on condition, size, and local demand.
Value Guide market data · 2021 Giant Explore E+ 2 GTS 28mph
12-month projected trend
12%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
1%
Drops faster than category avg
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Overview
About this bike
Pick your destination and find joy in the journey. This new E-bike is ideal for trekking, giving you the power to ride farther with a boost that's pure fun. The new Explore E+ is engineered to help you make the most of every journey. The ALUXX SL aluminum frame features a step-through design, making it easier to mount and dismount while carrying bags or panniers. Its powerful and tunable SyncDrive Life motor and integrated EnergyPak provide a smooth, seamless boost of power so you can cover greater distances and conquer steep climbs. Its integrated rack mounts allow you to customize your cargo capacity, making it easier to carry the essentials for journeys near and far. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Overall stability - The ALUXX aluminum frameset and SyncDrive motor combine for smooth handling and acceleration on all types of roads from hills to flats. Explore new routes - The RideControl EVO with on-board navigation helps riders find their way, and smartphone connectivity makes it easy to keep the battery charged. Longer range - Explore E+ gives riders the freedom to ride farther with its EnergyPak Smart Battery.
Specifications
- Subtype
- Electric Active
- Category
- E-Bike
- Component Fork
- SR Suntour NEX E25 DS 63mm travel
- Component Hubs
- Giant eTracker, [F] 100x9mm QR [R] 135mm QR
- Component Rims
- Giant eX 2, Tubeless Ready, 700c Aluminum
- Component Size
- Small, Medium, Large, X-Large
- Component Stem
- Giant Contact
- Product Family
- Explore E+
- Component Chain
- KMC e.9 Sport, e-bike optimized
- Component Color
- Metallic Navy
- Component Frame
- ALUXX SL aluminum, Overdrive 1-1/2 – 1-1/8" head tube, integrated KS18 kickstand mount
- Component Motor
- Giant SyncDrive Life, max 28mph
- Component Tires
- Giant Crosscut Gravel 2, 700x45c (622x45), Tubeless Ready, Reflex
- Component Brakes
- Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180mm
- Component Pedals
- Aluminum Platform
- Component Saddle
- Selle Royal Vivo Ergo Moderate
- Component Battery
- Giant EnergyPak Smart 500, 36V integrated Lithium-Ion
- Component Charger
- Giant EnergyPak Smart 6A charger
- Component Crankset
- Forged Alloy minimal Q-factor, 42T
- Component Seatpost
- Giant 30.9mm, 2-bolt Micro Adjustable, Forged Aluminum
- Component Shifters
- Shimano SL-M2000
- Component Handlebars
- Giant Connect XC Riser 31.8x690mm
- Component Brake Levers
- Shimano BL-MT200
- Component Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Alivio M3100, 9-Speed
- Component Accessories Extras
- Axa BlueLine 30Lux Steady E6 front light Axa BlueLine Steady E6 rear light MIK rear rack
- Component Cassette Freewheel
- Shimano CS-HG200, 11-36T, 9-Speed
- Component Controller Display
- Giant RideControl Ergo 2 Controller / Giant RideDash EVO Display
- Hubs
- Giant eTracker, [F] 100x9mm QR [R] 135mm QR
- Rims
- Giant eX 2, Tubeless Ready, 700c Aluminum
- Tires
- Giant Crosscut Gravel 2, 700x45c (622x45), Tubeless Ready, Reflex
- Crankset
- Forged Alloy minimal Q-factor, 42T
- Pedals
- Aluminum Platform
- Chain
- KMC e.9 Sport, e-bike optimized
- Seatpost
- Giant 30.9mm, 2-bolt Micro Adjustable, Forged Aluminum
- Saddle
- Selle Royal Vivo Ergo Moderate
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Alivio M3100, 9-Speed
- Stem
- Giant Contact
- Accessories & Extras
- Axa BlueLine 30Lux Steady E6 front light Axa BlueLine Steady E6 rear light MIK rear rack
- Brake Levers
- Shimano BL-MT200
- Brakes
- Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180mm
- Fork
- SR Suntour NEX E25 DS 63mm travel
- Frame
- ALUXX SL aluminum, Overdrive 1-1/2 – 1-1/8" head tube, integrated KS18 kickstand mount
- Handlebars
- Giant Connect XC Riser 31.8x690mm
- Shifters
- Shimano SL-M2000
- Motor
- Giant SyncDrive Life, max 28mph
- Charger
- Giant EnergyPak Smart 6A charger
- Battery
- Giant EnergyPak Smart 500, 36V integrated Lithium-Ion
- Color
- Metallic Navy
- Size
- X-Large
- Cassette/Freewheel
- Shimano CS-HG200, 11-36T, 9-Speed
- Controller/Display
- Giant RideControl Ergo 2 Controller / Giant RideDash EVO Display
What to check when buying used
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Battery health
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