New Giant Revolt X features suspension fork and updated geometry

Now-deleted listings reveal Giant’s move to gravel suspension

By Nick Clark

Published: Tuesday, 31 January 2023 at 12:00 am

A new version of the Giant Revolt gravel bike has been leaked on a number of cycling retailer websites.

Called the Giant Revolt X, the bike looks to have been reshaped for even more aggressive terrain with the addition of a front gravel suspension fork.

First reported by BikeRumour, the suspension-equipped bike was spotted on Australian cycling websites before the listings were removed. The pages revealed the bike features 40mm RockShox and Fox suspension forks and wide SRAM 1x drivetrains.

It has also appeared on a Canadian cycling website with a large ‘Embargo’ graphic appearing where a picture of a product would typically be.

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This bike may have appeared on retailers’ websites, but it’s still clearly under embargo.

The gravel bike still features the flip-chip dropout, which enables you to change its wheelbase and fit beefier 52mm gravel bike tyres.

While the bike has yet to be seen in other markets, we can assume it will be released elsewhere this year.

What we know about the Giant Revolt X

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The Revolt Advanced Pro 0 features SRAM’s Force eTap AXS twinned with an X01 Eagle AXS rear derailleur for durability.

Descriptions of the bike on BicycleSuperstore.com.au and BikeAddiction.com.au say the Revolt X’s frame has been reinforced and adapted to handle the 40mm of fork travel.

New geometry looks set to give the bike more ability on gnarlier trails, as well as better descending characteristics.

Compared to its rigid-frame counterpart, there’s a significant reduction in bottom bracket drop from 80mm to 68mm. This will help accommodate the articulation of the front fork.

The head tube angle remains similar to the rigid-frame Giant Revolt at 71.5 degrees for a medium-sized frame.

It looks as though the bike will be available in sizes from XS to XL, unlike the rigid-fork Giant Revolt Advanced Pro, which only ranges from S to L.

The front derailleur mount has been ditched, possibly showing a move away from 2x drivetrains on Giant’s gravel bikes. So far, the bike has only been spotted with a SRAM 1x Wide drivetrain.

This leaked version of the Giant Revolt has the brand’s adaptable seat tube collar. This gives you the option of using the brand’s D-fuse compliant seatpost or any 30.9mm-wide seatpost.

The Revolt X appears to come with a dropper post as standard, which should provide more room for you to manoeuvre your body weight to help take on more demanding terrain.

Giant Revolt X specs and prices

Because the two bikes have only been leaked in Australia, it’s not certain the spec and price will be the same in other territories.

Giant Revolt X Advanced Pro 0 spec and price

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The Giant Revolt Advanced Pro 0 features an ‘Airglow and Black Currant’ paint finish.

The Revolt X Advanced Pro 0 appears to be the top-spec model of the Revolt X. It features a Fox 32 Float AX Elite fork and SRAM’s Force eTap AXS wireless groupset with a mountain-bike derived X01 Eagle AXS derailleur.

Giant’s carbon CXR 1 wheelset is fitted with Maxxis Rambler rubber. The bike also features a Giant Contact Switch dropper post and Contact SL XR D-Fuse handlebar.

  • Fork: Fox 32 Float AX Elite, 40mm travel
  • Drivetrain: SRAM Force eTap AXS, SRAM X01 Eagle AXS derailleur
  • Brakes: ​​SRAM Force eTap AXS
  • Wheels: Giant CXR 1 Carbon Disc
  • Tyres: Maxxis Rambler
  • Price: AU$8,999

Giant Revolt X Advanced Pro 2

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The Giant Revolt X Advanced Pro 2 features a ‘Misty Green’ paint finish.

The Revolt X Advanced Pro 2 is a more affordable build sharing the same frame as the Revolt X Advanced Pro 0.

The bike features a RockShox Rudy XPLR and SRAM’s Rival 1 12-speed mechanical groupset. It uses the same wheelset and tyres as the top-end model, as well as featuring the same dropper post and handlebar.

  • Fork: RockShox Rudy XPLR, 40mm travel
  • Drivetrain: SRAM Rival 1
  • Brakes: ​​SRAM Rival 1
  • Wheels: Giant CXR 1 Carbon Disc
  • Tyres: Maxxis Rambler
  • Price: AU$6,199