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
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Groupset Alivio, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 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 w/ hydraulic lockout & preload adjuster, 100mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus
Cassette
Shimano HG20 11x34, 9-speed
Crank
FSA Dynadrive, 22/32/44
Bottom Bracket
FSA sealed
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
MTB Caged
Wheels
Front Hub
Giant Tracker Sport Disc, 32h
Rear Hub
Giant Tracker Sport Disc, 32h
Rims
Giant Alloy, Double wall
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Giant Sport, 27.5x2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Auriga, Hydraulic disc, 160mm
Brake Levers
Tektro Auriga
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 |
About this model
Talon 27.5 3 is part of the Giant Talon model. Giant released 63 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Giant Talon bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Giant Talon 27.5 4 2015 is the cheapest bike model and costs 585$. Giant Talon 27.5 1 2015 is the most expensive one and costs 1375$.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Giant released this model in 2015, its price was 700$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Talon 27.5 3 price is 172.14% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Talon 27.5 3 components
Fork
The Talon 27.5 3 comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCM 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
When leaving the production line, the Talon 27.5 3 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has 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
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, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.