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 EPIXON
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX-grade aluminum
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour Epixon LO-RC w/ low speed compression and rebound adjuster, 100mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore, Shadow
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore
Cassette
Shimano HG5010 11x36, 10-speed
Crank
Shimano M522 24/32/42
Bottom Bracket
Threaded, Sealed
Chain
KMC X10
Pedals
MTB Caged
Wheels
Front Hub
Giant Sport Tracker Disc, 32h
Rear Hub
Giant Sport Tracker Disc, 32h
Rims
Giant Alloy, Double wall
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Maxxis Ikon, 27.5x2.2
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Auriga, Hydraulic disc, 160mm
Brake Levers
Tektro Auriga, Hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Sport
Handlebar
Giant Connect XC, Low rise, 31.8mm
Seat
Saddle
Giant Connect, upright
Seatpost
Giant Sport, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Tube Length | 569 mm | 594 mm | 615 mm | 640 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 104 mm | 114 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1072 mm | 1092 mm | 1113 mm | 1133 mm |
| Standover Height | 709 mm | 734 mm | 772 mm | 808 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Talon 27.5 2 is part of the Giant Talon model. Giant launched 63 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Giant Talon bikes models from 2016, here.
Model range prices
Giant Talon 27.5 4 2016 is the cheapest bike model and costs 600$. Giant Talon 27.5 1 2016 is the most expensive one and costs 1400$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1100$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 73.18% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour EPIXON fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
The Talon 27.5 2 2016 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 27.5 2 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.