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.
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 XCT HLO, hydraulic lockout, preload adjust, 100mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus
Cassette
Shimano HG31 11x34, 8-Speed
Crank
Prowheel BURNER-101P, 24/34/42
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge, Threaded
Chain
KMC Z8
Pedals
Platform, Caged
Wheels
Front Hub
Giant Tracker Sport
Rear Hub
Giant Tracker Sport
Rims
Giant Alloy Disc, Double Wall
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Maxxis Ikon, 27.5x2.20, 60 TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HDC M285, hydraulic disc, [F] 180mm, [R] 160mm
Brake Levers
Tektro HDC-M290
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 | 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 |
Model Overview
Talon 3 is a Giant Talon model. There are 63 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Giant Talon bikes models from 2018, 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
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2018 and its price was 530$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Talon 3 price is 259.43% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The SunTour XCT is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Talon 3 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Talon 3 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
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.