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GET A FEEL FOR THE TRAIL WITH THIS ALL-NEW ALUMINUM HARDTAIL MADE FOR ASPIRING SINGLETRACK RIDERS. IT FEATURES STABLE, FAST-ROLLING 29-INCH OR MORE-PLAYFUL 27.5-INCH WHEELS SO YOU CAN PUSH THE PACE ON CLIMBS AND LET LOOSE ON THE DESCENTS.
Built on a new lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame that features classic hardtail design plus the balanced riding characteristics of either larger diameter 29-inch or 27.5-inch wheels, Talon is a great choice for XC or light trail terrain. The frame geometry is specifically designed to adapt to its respective wheel size and either an 80mm or 100mm suspension fork (depending on frame size). It’s a confident ride that’s perfect for ambitious riders who want to take their off-road skills to the next level.
KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS
Proven alloy performance
ALUXX aluminum frameset is hand-built in-house by the world leader in aluminum engineering.
Balance and stability
Frame geometry is designed to optimize the balance and roll-over capabilities of 29-inch wheels or the liveliness of 27.5-inch wheels (depending on frame size).
XC control
Suspension fork offers either 80mm or 100mm of smooth travel for added XC control.
SPECIFICATIONS
Sizes
27.5: XS,S,M,L, 29: S,M,L,XL,XXL
Colors
Cobalt, Metallic Black, Sandshell
Frame
ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc
Fork
SR Suntour XCE, QR, coil spring, steel steerer XS: 80mm travel (27.5) S: 80mm travel (27.5) / 100mm travel (29)
Shock
N/A
Handlebar
Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm XS: 640mm (27.5) S: 640mm (27.5) / 780mm (29) M: 670mm (27.5) / 780mm travel (29) L: 780mm (27.5) / 780mm (29) XL: 780mm (29) XXL: 780mm (29)
Grips
Giant Sole-O
Stem
Giant Sport, 7-degree XS: 40mm (27.5) S: 50mm (27.5) / 50mm (29) M: 60mm (27.5) / 60mm travel (29) L: 70mm (27.5) / 70mm (29) XL: 80mm (29) XXL: 90mm (29)
Seatpost
Giant Sport, 30.9 XS: 300mm (27.5) S: 300mm (27.5) / 375mm (29) M: 375mm (27.5) / 375mm travel (29) L: 375mm (27.5) / 375mm (29) XL: 375mm (29) XXL: 375mm (29)
Saddle
Giant custom
Pedals
MTB caged
Shifters
microSHIFT, 2x8
Front Derailleur
microSHIFT FD-M282
Rear Derailleur
(For Amber Glow, Good Gray, Black Chrome) Shimano Altus RD-M310, 8-speed
(For Sandshell & Cobalt Colours) Shimano Acera RD-M020, 8-speed
Brakes
Tektro HDC M275, hydraulic, Tektro rotors [F]180mm, [R]160mm
Brake Levers
Tektro HDC M275
Cassette
Shimano Deore HG200, 12x32
Chain
KMC 8.3
Crankset
Shimano FC-M315, 22/36 XS: 170mm (27.5) S: 170mm (27.5) / 170mm (29) M: 170mm (27.5) / 175mm travel (29) L: 175mm (27.5) / 175mm (29) XL: 175mm (29) XXL: 175mm (29)
Bottom Bracket
cartridge
Rims
Giant GX03V 29 or 27.5, alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width
Hubs
alloy, sealed bearing
Spokes
stainless, 14g
Tires
Kenda Booster 29/27.5"x2.2", OR CST Voyager 29/27.5"x2.25", wire bead
Extras
2.4" max tire size
- Weight
~14.37kg (Size L)
*All specifications and prices listed are subject to change without notice.
Sizing Guide and Geometry
Sizing to be used as a reference only. Please check with a local authorized dealer to determine the correct size.
Available sizes may vary by country.
Talon (4th Gen)
| XS (27.5) | S (27.5 | 29) | M (27.5 | 29) | L (27.5 | 29) | XL (29) | XXL (29) | ||
| A | Seattube length | 350 | 385 | 390 | 430 | 440 | 490 | 490 | 535 | 565 |
| B | Seattube angle (degrees) | 74.00 | 74 | 74 | 74 | 74 | 74 | 74 | 74.00 | 74.00 |
| C | Toptube length | 544 | 569 | 577 | 597 | 599 | 618 | 620 | 639 | 658 |
| D | Headtube length | 95 | 115 | 95 | 130 | 105 | 155 | 125 | 140 | 155 |
| E | Headtube angle (degrees) | 67.50 | 67.5 | 68.5 | 67.5 | 68.5 | 67.5 | 68.5 | 68.50 | 68.50 |
| F | Fork rake | 42 | 42 | 51 | 42 | 51 | 42 | 51 | 51 | 51 |
| G | Trail | 103 | 103 | 94 | 103 | 94 | 103 | 94 | 94 | 94 |
| H | Wheelbase | 1079 | 1106 | 1126 | 1137 | 1150 | 1162 | 1172 | 1192 | 1213 |
| I | Chainstay length | 440 | 440 | 455 | 440 | 455 | 440 | 455 | 455 | 455 |
| J | Bottom bracket drop | 45 | 45 | 55 | 45 | 55 | 45 | 55 | 55 | 55 |
| K | Stack | 533 | 571 | 602 | 598 | 611 | 621 | 630 | 644 | 658 |
| L | Reach | 385 | 405 | 404 | 425 | 424 | 440 | 439 | 454 | 469 |
| M | Standover height | 685.9 | 711.3 | 732.2 | 747.7 | 766.2 | 794.2 | 804.6 | 839.3 | 856.0 |
| N | Handlebar width | 780.0 | 780 | 780 | 780 | 780 | 780 | 780 | 780.0 | 780 |
| O | Stem length | 40 | 50 | 50 | 60 | 60 | 70 | 70 | 80 | 90 |
| P | Crank length | 165.0 | 170 | 170 | 175 | 175 | 175 | 175 | 175.0 | 175 |
| Q | Wheel size | 27.5" | 27.5" | 29" | 27.5" | 29" | 27.5" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
