Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Giant
2005 Giant AC
Value Guide market data · 2005 Giant AC
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
42%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 2005 Giant AC
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Overview
About this bike
2005 Giant AC value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork Brand & Model
- Manitou Splice Comp, 130mm travel
- Fork Material
- Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Aluxx aluminum
- Rear Shock
- Giant HV Coil, 5.3inch - 6.3inch adjustable travel
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano Alivio
- Bottom Bracket
- TruVativ Power Spline, 113mm spindle
- Cassette
- 8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32inch
- Component Group
- Mountain Mix
- Crankset
- TruVativ IsoFlow, 22/32/42 teeth
- Shifters
- Shimano Alivio
Brakes
- Brakes
- Hayes Sole XC front/Hayes SOLE HD rear brakes, Hayes levers
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Easton
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch integrated FSA integrated
- Saddle
- WTB Speed V
- Seatpost
- Easton, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Formula disc
- Rims
- Alex DP-20, 36-hole
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
- Tires
- Front: 26 x 2.50inch Kenda Blue Groove, Rear: 26 x 2.50inch Kenda Nevagal
Pedals
- Pedals
- Aluminum platform
Accessories
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Colors
- Dark green
- Extensions
- Not included
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.