Giant FastRoad Advanced 1 (Starry Night)
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A lightweight flat-bar road bike for riders who want fast, sleek rides across the city and beyond, with a composite frame and smart-mount compatibility that lets the same bike handle a morning commute and a weekend fitness loop.
Overview
The FastRoad Advanced 1 is built around an Advanced-Grade Composite frameset with updated, quick-handling geometry, paired with a matching composite fork that keeps the whole package light without feeling nervous at speed. The flat handlebar puts riders in a more upright, confident position than a drop-bar road bike, while still carrying the low weight and efficient power transfer that make composite frames worth choosing over aluminium at this level.
It's equipped with a Shimano 105 2x11-speed groupset, hydraulic disc brakes for consistent stopping power in all weather, and a D-Fuse composite seatpost that takes the edge off rough tarmac and broken road surfaces. Giant's smart-mount rack and fender system and RideSense compatibility mean the frame is ready to be set up for commuting, fitness training, or longer-range riding without needing a different bike for each.
It makes the most sense for a rider who wants one bike that can do serious fitness mileage on the weekend and still be the sensible, comfortable choice for getting across town on a weekday morning.
Why You'll Like It
- Light, lively composite frame: The Advanced-Grade Composite frame and fork keep weight down and make the bike feel quick off the line and easy to carry up a flight of stairs or into a lift.
- Comfort built into the ride: The D-Fuse composite seatpost flexes to absorb road vibration, so longer rides on patchy tarmac stay comfortable rather than jarring.
- Reliable stopping power: Hydraulic disc brakes give confident, consistent braking in the rain and dust that are part of everyday Indian riding conditions.
- Smooth, precise shifting: The Shimano 105 2x11 groupset offers a wide, well-spaced gear range that covers flat commutes and longer climbs without hunting for the right gear.
- Ready to be customised: Smart-mount rack and fender compatibility and a RideSense-ready frame mean you can add carrying capacity or ride-tracking later without any retrofitting hassle.
Who Is It For?
The FastRoad Advanced 1 suits a rider who wants a fast, fitness-focused bike that doesn't demand a drop-bar road bike's riding position. It's a natural fit for someone commuting through city traffic who still wants genuine performance on the weekend, since the flat bar gives better visibility and control at junctions and in traffic compared to a road bike's aggressive tuck.
It also works well for a rider stepping up from a hybrid or flat-bar bike who wants a noticeably lighter, quicker machine without moving to drop bars. The wide gear range and disc brakes make it easy to manage the mix of flat stretches, the occasional flyover climb, and sudden stops that come with riding on Indian roads.
Good to Know
The frame's smart-mount compatibility means racks, fenders, and other accessories can be fitted cleanly later, so the bike grows with your riding rather than needing to be replaced. The D-Fuse seatpost and ergonomic grips are tuned together to reduce vibration over a full ride, and the tubeless-ready wheelset means you can switch to tubeless tyres down the line for better puncture resistance. The FastRoad Advanced 1 comes in sizes from XS to L, making it easy to find a well-fitted frame.
Technical Specifications
- Frame: Advanced-Grade Composite (internal cable routing), flat mount disc, 12x142mm thru-axle
- Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite, Alloy OverDrive steerer, flat mount disc, 12mm thru-axle
- Bottom Bracket: Shimano PressFit RS500
- Chain: KMC X11EL-1
- Crank: Shimano 105 R7000, 34/50
- Shift Levers: Shimano 105, 2x11
- Cassette: Shimano CS-HG700, 11x34
- Front Derailleur: Shimano 105
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105
- Grip/Tape: Connect Ergo
- Handlebar: Giant Connect, flat
- Stem: Giant Contact, 8 degree
- Saddle: Giant Approach
- Seatpost: Giant D-Fuse composite
- Front Brake: Tektro flat mount HD-R210 [140mm rotor]
- Rear Brake: Tektro flat mount HD-R210 [140mm rotor]
- Front Wheel: Giant P-R2 Disc, 12mm thru-axle, tubeless
- Rear Wheel: Giant P-R2 Disc, 12mm thru-axle, tubeless
- Front Tire: Giant Gavia Fondo 2, tubeless, 700x32c (max width 35mm)
- Rear Tire: Giant Gavia Fondo 2, tubeless, 700x32c (max width 35mm)
- Pedal: Platform pedal
Additional Information
- Country of Origin: China
- Imported By: Element Retail Pvt Ltd , Plot No. 18/1/1 , Near Sakal Circle , MIDC , Satpur Colony , Nashik , Maharashtra - 422007 , India.
- Net Quantity: 1N
- Customer Care Address: 291, 10 Main, 5 Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore - 560041. Ph: (080)47183232, Email: support@bumsonthesaddle.com
- Commodity: Bicycles
