GIANT TALON 2

799.00

PUSH THE PACE ON CLIMBS, LET LOOSE ON THE DESCENTS. THIS ALUMINIUM HARDTAIL GIVES YOU A FEEL FOR THE TRAIL WITH BALANCED, CONFIDENT HANDLING AND A PLUSH SUSPENSION FORK.

KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS

Proven alloy performance

ALUXX aluminium frameset is hand-built in-house by the world leader in aluminium 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.

Description

  • Sizes
    27.5: XS,S,M,L, 29: S,M,L,XL,XXL
  • Colours
    Knight Shield, Phantom Green
  • Frame
    ALUXX-Grade Aluminium, disc
  • Fork
    SR Suntour XCM30, QR, steel steerer XS: 80mm travel (27.5) S: 80mm travel (27.5) / 100mm travel (29) M: 100mm travel (27.5) / 100mm travel (29) L: 100mm travel (27.5) / 100mm travel (29) XL: 100mm travel (29) XXL: 100mm travel (29)
  • Shock
    N/A
  • Handlebar
    Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm XS: 730mm (27.5) S: 780mm (27.5) / 780mm (29) M: 780mm (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 platform
  • Shifters
    Shimano Altus M2010, 2×9
  • Front Derailleur
    Shimano Altus M2020
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano Altus M2000
  • Brakes
    Tektro HDC M275, hydraulic, Tektro rotors [F]180mm, [R]160mm
  • Brake Levers
    Tektro HDC M275
  • Cassette
    Shimano Deore HG200, 11×32
  • Chain
    KMC X9
  • Crankset
    ProWheel forged, 22/36 XS: 165mm (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
    ProWheel cartridge
  • Rims
    Giant GX03V 29 or 27.5, alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width
  • Hubs
    alloy, sealed bearing
  • Spokes
    Stainless steel
  • Tyres
    Kenda Booster 27.5 or 29×2.2″, wire bead
  • Extras
    2.4″ max tire size
  • Weight
    The most accurate way to determine any bike’s weight is to have your local dealer weigh it for you. Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on size, finish, hardware and accessories. All our bikes are designed for best-in-class weight and ride quality.

All specifications listed are subject to change without notice.

HIGHLIGHTS

Built on a lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame that features classic hardtail design and the balanced riding characteristics of either larger diameter 29-inch or 27.5-inch wheels, Talon is a great choice for XC and trail riding. 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.

Talon with interactive tooltips

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 from country to country.

Selection of a button will change the units measurement displayed throughout the entire sizing guide section.

  • XS (27.5″)
      155 cm  to  166 cm
  • S (27.5″)
      163 cm  to  172 cm
  • S (29″)
      163 cm  to  172 cm
  • M (27.5″)
      169 cm  to  179 cm
  • M (29″)
      169 cm  to  179 cm
  • L (27.5″)
      176 cm  to  186 cm
  • L (29″)
      176 cm  to  186 cm
  • XL (29″)
      183 cm  to  193 cm
  • XXL (29″)
      190 cm  to  200 cm
bike diagram with measurements referenced in table that follows

Selection of a button will change the units measurement displayed throughout the entire sizing guide section.

XS (27.5″) S (27.5″) S (29″) M (27.5″) M (29″) L (27.5″) L (29″) XL (29″) XXL (29″)
A SEAT TUBE LENGTH (mm) 350 385 390 430 440 490 490 535 565
B SEAT TUBE ANGLE 74.0° 74.0° 74.0° 74.0° 74.0° 74.0° 74.0° 74.0° 74.0°
C TOP TUBE LENGTH (mm) 544 569 577 597 599 618 620 639 658
D HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 95 115 95 130 105 155 125 140 155
E HEAD TUBE ANGLE 67.5° 67.5° 68.5° 67.5° 68.5° 67.5° 68.5° 68.5° 68.5°
F FORK RAKE (mm) 42 42 51 42 51 42 51 51 51
G TRAIL (mm) 103 103 94 103 94 103 94 94 94
H WHEELBASE (mm) 1079 1106 1126 1137 1150 1162 1172 1192 1213
I CHAIN STAY LENGTH (mm) 440 440 455 440 455 440 455 455 455
J BOTTOM BRACKET DROP (mm) 45 45 55 45 55 45 55 55 55
K STACK (mm) 533 571 602 598 611 621 630 644 658
L REACH (mm) 385 405 404 425 424 440 439 454 469
M STAND OVER HEIGHT (mm) 686 711 732 748 766 794 805 839 856
N HANDLEBAR WIDTH (mm) 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780
O STEM LENGTH (mm) 40 50 50 60 60 70 70 80 90
P CRANK LENGTH (mm) 165 170 170 175 175 175 175 175 175
Q WHEEL SIZE 27.5″ 27.5″ 29″ 27.5″ 29″ 27.5″ 29″ 29″ 29″