Giant Talon 2 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
750$
Weight | 13.82 kg 
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 RockShox 30 Silver TK
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Groupset Alivio, Acera -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
155cm - 165cm
SM
163cm - 173cm
MD
170cm - 181cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 198cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc
Suspension Fork
RockShox XC 30, coil spring, preload adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200-9, 11x36
Crank
Shimano FC-MT101, 22/36
Bottom Bracket
Shimano
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
platform
Wheels
Front Hub
[F]Giant Tracker Giant Sport QR, loose ball [R] Giant Tracker Giant Sport QR, loose ball
Rear Hub
[F]Giant Tracker Giant Sport QR, loose ball [R] Giant Tracker Giant Sport QR, loose ball
Rims
Giant GX03V 27.5", alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width
Spokes
stainless, 14g
Tires
Maxxis Ardent 27.5x2.4, wire bead
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HDC M275, hydraulic disc
Brake Levers
Tektro HDC M275
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Sport, 7-degree
Handlebar
Giant Connect Trail, 780x31.8
Seat
Saddle
Giant custom
Seatpost
Giant Sport, 30.9
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.41 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 636 mm | 667 mm | 692 mm | 717 mm | 743 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 97.7 mm | 97.7 mm | 97.7 mm | 97.7 mm | 97.7 mm |
| Stack | 578 mm | 592 mm | 606 mm | 629 mm | 643 mm |
| Reach | 382 mm | 400 mm | 420 mm | 435 mm | 456 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 546 mm | 571 mm | 596 mm | 616 mm | 641 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 350 mm | 390 mm | 430 mm | 490 mm | 535 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 155 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1073 mm | 1104 mm | 1129 mm | 1154 mm | 1180 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Standover Height | 691 mm | 715 mm | 750 mm | 789 mm | 824 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 163 cm | 170 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 165 cm | 173 cm | 181 cm | 189 cm | 198 cm |
Model Overview
Talon 2 belongs to the Giant Talon model. 63 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Giant Talon bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Giant Talon 29 3 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 550$. Giant Talon 1 2020 on the other hand costs 867$, and is the most expensive model.
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
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Giant released this model in 2020, its price was 750$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 154% smaller.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
considerably heavier than average, Talon 2 has a weight of 13.82 kg (30.47 lbs). In other words, this model is 11.45% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox 30 Silver TK model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Talon 2 bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Talon 2 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Giant Talon 2 bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 155 cm – 198 cm (5.09 ft – 6.5 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.