Need help picking the right rear derailleur and chain for Giant Escape 2

Asked by: Michael Collett

Will any derailleur fit my bike?

No, bike derailleurs are not universal. A derailleur that works with one bike may not work with another bike based on factors such as the cage length. Check the difference between the smallest and largest cogs and also the chainring size to determine the derailleur compatibility.

How many gears does the Giant Escape 2 have?

16 Speed Gear

Giant Escape 2 City Disc 2021|16 Speed Gear Cycle with Hydraulic Disc Brakes|Hybrid cycles below Rs.

Can I upgrade my rear derailleur?

The number of gears supported changes



The higher the grade of Shimano rear derailleur, the more gears it can handle. For both road bikes and MTBs, 12-speed is the maximum number of gears supported. Of course, upgrading between 11-speed derailleurs will not change the number of gears supported.

How do you route a chain through a rear derailleur?

Quote from video: Moving towards the back you're going to pull the chain. Make sure you have enough slack but that it doesn't fall out the front derailleur. You're gonna put it over the smallest cog.

How do I know what derailleur I need?

If you are replacing an existing derailleur on a bike, simply count the number of cogs on your cassette and you’re good to go. If your drivetrain’s speed is an unknown quantity, you can count the number of steps that your shifter runs through and add ‘one’ to determine the number of gears your drivetrain has.

How do I choose a derailleur?

When buying a new rear derailleur be sure to match it with your drivetrain ‘speed’. 10-speed drivetrains use narrower chains than 9-speed so you’ll need a mech to match. Most rear mechs are made of a polymer and alloy mix but you’ll find carbon fibre in top-end models to shave even more weight.

How much does a giant Escape 2 cost?

2021 Giant Escape 2 Disc

What is the weight of giant Escape 2?

2020 Giant Escape 2 Disc

How much does a giant escape 3 weight?

2020 Giant Escape 3

How much does it cost to replace a rear derailleur?

If you take your MTB into a local bike shop the average price to replace a rear derailleur is going to be $110. If you DIY replacing a derailleur will cost about $50 (plus your time) This price will depend a lot on the actual derailleur needed. Usually a bike shop will also take care of other problems.

Do I need a new chain if I get a bigger cassette?

You need a bit longer chain for a larger cassette. All things remaining the same, if your chain was the correct length before, adding the 34t gear increases the diameter of the low gear. That increases the total gear length, so you would have to have more chain to keep the adjustment correct.

Do I need a new derailleur if I get a bigger cassette?

You’ll have bigger jumps between the gears, but you’ll have a bigger range of gears. With a wider range cassette, you may need a new rear derailleur with a longer cage.

Do all derailleurs fit all hangers?

There are thousands derailleur hanger types (designs) on the market. Every frame manufacturer could have different sos hanger design for each model of frame and different sos hanger for same frame but manufactured on different year.

What is the difference between a medium and long cage derailleur?

Quote from video: Now the longer the cage the more of a difference in ratio between the smallest and biggest sprockets. And the smallest. And the biggest chain rings your rear derailleur will be able to take.

Can you use any derailleur?

A derailleur for your mountain bike should match the specifications on the original derailleur. That is, while it doesn’t need to be the same model of derailleur, it does need to be the same brand, in almost every case. It also needs to match the number of gears, or have more intended.

Are all bicycle derailleurs the same?

A derailleur for your mountain bike should match the specifications on the original derailleur. That is, while it doesn’t need to be the same model of derailleur, it does need to be the same brand, in almost every case. It also needs to match the number of gears, or have more intended.

Can I use a different derailleur?

No, different maker or different model with different number of “speed” shifters have different pull ratio (i.e. the length of cable pulled by a single shift). Usually it’s safe to use different model with same number of gears from the same maker.

Can you use a 12 speed derailleur on 11 speed cassette?

So you can’t use a 12 speed derailleur on an 11 speed setup or vice versa but you can you an xtr 12/11 speed shifter on an 11 speed drivetrain.

Can you use a 9 speed derailleur on a 7 speed bike?

Can I use a 9-speed derailleur on a 7-speed cassette? The answer is yes because the rear shift ratio of 9-speed and 7-speed derailleurs is the same if you stay within the same brand.

Are 6 7 8 speed chains the same?

Chains for 6-, 7-, or 8-speed cassettes are generally universally compatible across brands and speeds. That means if a chain says “8-speed Shimano” you can use it in your old 6-speed, too.

Will a 7-speed rear derailleur work with 8 speed cassette?

yes it will work.