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 XCM HLO
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Groupset Deore, Alivio -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
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 XCM HLO, hydraulic lockout, preload adjust, 100mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore, Shadow
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio, Direct Mount
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera
Cassette
Shimano HG400-9 12x36, 9-speed
Crank
Prowheel RAID-501TT, 22/36
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge, Threaded
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
Platform, Caged
Wheels
Front Hub
Giant Tracker Sport
Rear Hub
Giant Tracker Sport
Rims
Giant XC-2 Disc, Tubeless
Spokes
Sapim Leader, 14g
Tires
Maxxis Ardent, 27.5x2.25, Tubeless, 60 TPI
Brakes
Brakes
? Tektro HDC M285, Hydraulic Disc, [F] 180mm, [R] 160mm
Brake Levers
Tektro HDC-M285
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Sport
Handlebar
Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm
Seat
Saddle
Giant Contact Comfort
Seatpost
Giant Sport, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.47 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 667 mm | 692 mm | 717 mm | 743 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 98 mm | 98 mm | 98 mm | 98 mm |
| Stack | 598 mm | 612 mm | 635 mm | 649 mm |
| Reach | 406 mm | 426 mm | 441 mm | 462 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 602 mm | 622 mm | 647 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 430 mm | 490 mm | 535 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 130 mm | 155 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1110 mm | 1135 mm | 1160 mm | 1186 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Standover Height | 721 mm | 756 mm | 795 mm | 830 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 |
About this model
Talon 2 belongs to the Giant Talon model. Giant launched 63 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Giant Talon bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Giant Talon 3 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 530$. On the other hand, Giant Talon 29 2 2018, is the most expensive and costs 765$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Giant released this model in 2018, its price was 765$. In conclusion, this bike price is 149.02% lower than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Talon 2 comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCM HLO fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The wheels on Talon 2 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Giant Talon 2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.