Giant Talon 2

Description The mountain bike experience starts here. With a redesigned frame that’s now lighter and more durable, along with a smooth-riding suspension fork, thru-axle hubs*, and a 1x drivetrain*, this aluminum hardtail is everything an aspiring MTB rider needs to evolve and advance. *on select models Key Performance Factors Modern MTB Design Tapered fork steerer tubes*, quality components including a 1x drivetrain* with clutch-equipped rear derailleurs, thru-axle hubs*, internal cable routing (including dropper seatpost) and an integrated chainstay protector give aspiring trail riders room to grow. *on select models Off-Road Control New geometry is optimized for confident trail riding and two different wheel sizes (27.5 or 29-inch) depending on frame size. The geometry is also designed for front suspension with either an 80mm or 100mm fork depending on frame size. All models have clearance for high-volume tires (up to 2.4-inch) for traction and grip on technical terrain. Light and Durable All-new ALUXX aluminum frame features updated shaping and a lighter overall weight for improved performance on off-road terrain. Specifications Sizes 27.5: XS,S 29: M,L,XL,XXL Colours Gloss Asphalt Green, Gloss Pure Red, Gloss Dried Matcha Frame ALUXX-grade aluminium, disc Fork SXC32-3 RCL, coil sprung, hydraulic lockout, tapered aluminium steerer, 15×110 thru axle XS&S: 80mm travel (27.5) M-XXL:100mm travel (29) Shock N/A Handlebar Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm XS&S: 690mm (27.5) M-XXL: 780mm (29) Stem Giant Sport, 7-degree rise Seatpost Giant Sport, 30.9mm Saddle Giant ErgoContact Trail Pedals MTB caged Shifters microSHIFT Advent, 1×9 Front Derailleur N/A Rear Derailleur microSHIFT Advent, clutch Brakes Tektro HDC M275, hydraulic, Tektro rotors [F]180mm, [R]160mm Brake Levers Tektro HDC M275 Cassette microSHIFT, 11×46 Chain KMC X-9 Crankset ProWheel Charm, 32t (27.5) or 30t (29) Bottom Bracket cartridge Rims Giant GX03V 29 or 27.5, alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width Hubs [F] Giant Tracker hub, sealed bearing, 15×110 thru axle. [R] Giant Tracker hub, 12×142 thru axle, 24-pawl drive Spokes stainless, 14g Tyres Maxxis Rekon 27.5×2.4″ or Maxxis Rekon Race 29×2.4″, wire bead Extras 2.4″ max tyre size All specifications listed are subject to change without notice. Highlights The mountain bike experience starts here. With a redesigned frame that’s now lighter and more durable, along with a smooth-riding suspension fork, thru-axle hubs*, and a 1x drivetrain*, this aluminum hardtail is everything an aspiring MTB rider needs to evolve and advance. 123456789 Sizing Guide and Geometry Sizing to be used as a reference only. S (29″)   163 cm  172 cm M (29″)   169 cm  179 cm L (29″)   176 cm  186 cm XL (29″)   183 cm  193 cm XXL (29″)   190 cm  200 cm XS (27.5″)   155 cm  166 cm S (27.5″)   163 cm  172 cm S (29″) M (29″) L (29″) XL (29″) XXL (29″) XS (27.5″) S (27.5″) A Seat Tube Length (MM) 380 420 450 480 500 345 375 B Seat Tube Angle 74.5° 74.5° 74.5° 74.5° 74.5° 74.0° 74.0° C Top Tube Length (MM) 581 604 629 653 676 542 562 D Head Tube Length (MM) 95 105 125 140 155 90 90 E Head Tube Angle 67.5° 67.5° 67.5° 67.5° 67.5° 67.0° 67.0° F Fork Rake (MM) 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 G Trail (MM) 108.9 108.9 108.9 108.9 108.9 105.2 105.2 H Wheelbase (MM) 1139 1164 1191 1217 1242 1084 1104 I Chain Stay Length (MM) 455 455 455 455 455 440 440 J Bottom Bracket Drop (MM) 55 55 55 55 55 45 45 K Stack (MM) 597 606 625 639 653 548 548 L Reach (MM) 415 436 456 476 495 385 405 M Stand Over Height (MM) 715 709 709 710 707 684 684 N Handlebar Width (MM) 690 690 690 690 690 690 690 O Stem Length (MM) 50 60 70 80 90 40 50 P Crank Length (MM) 170 170 170 175 175 170 165 Q Wheel Size 29 29 29 29 29 27 27 Q Wheel Size 29 29 29 29 29 27 27 Technologies