Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX-grade aluminum
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCT w/ hydraulic lockout & preload adjuster, 100mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shift Levers
Shimano M310
Cassette
Shimano HG31 11x34, 8-speed
Crank
Prowheel, 24/34/42
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge, Threaded
Chain
KMC Z72
Pedals
MTB Caged
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, 32h
Rear Hub
Alloy, 32h
Rims
Giant Alloy, Double wall
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Maxxis Ikon, 27.5x2.2, Wire
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Auriga, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Brake Levers
Tektro Auriga
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Sport
Handlebar
Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm
Seat
Saddle
Giant Connect Upright
Seatpost
Giant Sport, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.545 mm | 1.469 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.409 mm | 1.393 mm |
| Stack | 578 mm | 583 mm | 592 mm | 606 mm | 620 mm |
| Reach | 374 mm | 397 mm | 414 mm | 430 mm | 445 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 545 mm | 570 mm | 595 mm | 615 mm | 640 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1072 mm | 1098 mm | 1118 mm | 1139 mm | 1160 mm |
| Standover Height | 679 mm | 704 mm | 732 mm | 769 mm | 806 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Talon 3 is part of the Giant Talon model. There are 63 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Giant Talon bikes models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
Giant Talon 3 2017 is the cheapest bike model and costs 540$. Giant Talon 2 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 710$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 540$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Talon 3 price is 252.78% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Talon 3 components
Fork
The Talon 3 comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCT fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
The Talon 3 2017 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Talon 3 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.