Talon 2 Knight Shield

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  • The Giant Talon 2 Hardtail MTB is perfect for XC and trail riding. With a lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame and balanced 29-inch or 27.5-inch wheels, it offers proven alloy performance, balance and stability, and smooth XC control.

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The Giant Talon 2 Hardtail MTB, the perfect bike for riders looking for a balanced and confident handling on the trails. This MTB is designed to push the pace on climbs and let you loose on the descents. The ALUXX aluminum frameset, hand-built in-house by the world leader in aluminum engineering, ensures proven alloy performance that can withstand even the toughest terrains.

The frame geometry of the Giant Talon 2 is optimized to provide the best balance and roll-over capabilities of 29-inch wheels or the liveliness of 27.5-inch wheels, depending on frame size. The suspension fork also offers either 80mm or 100mm of smooth travel for added XC control, making it perfect for trail riding and cross-country adventures.

Built on a lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame, the Giant Talon 2 features a classic hardtail design that ensures a confident ride on any terrain. The frame geometry is specifically designed to adapt to its respective wheel size and suspension fork, providing riders with the perfect fit for their riding style.

Whether you're an ambitious rider looking to take your off-road skills to the next level or just starting out, the Giant Talon 2 is a great choice for XC and trail riding. With its balanced and stable handling, plush suspension fork, and proven alloy performance, this MTB is a reliable and efficient partner on your mountain biking adventures.

 

Size Guide:

Size Wheel Size Rider Height Range
XS 27.5" 5’1” - 5’5”
S 27.5" 5’4” - 5’8”
S 29" 5’4” - 5’8”
M 27.5" 5’7” - 5’10”
M 29" 5’7” - 5’10”
L 27.5" 5’9” - 6’1”
L 29" 5’9” - 6’1”
XL 29" 6’0” - 6’4”
XXL 29" 6’3” - 6’7”

Geometry:

bike diagram with measurements referenced in table that follows

    XS (27.5") S (27.5") S (29") M (27.5") M (29") L (27.5") L (29") XL (29") XXL (29")
A SEAT TUBE LENGTH (mm) 350 385 390 430 440 490 490 535 565
B SEAT TUBE ANGLE 74.0° 74.0° 74.0° 74.0° 74.0° 74.0° 74.0° 74.0° 74.0°
C TOP TUBE LENGTH (mm) 544 569 577 597 599 618 620 639 658
D HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 95 115 95 130 105 155 125 140 155
E HEAD TUBE ANGLE 67.5° 67.5° 68.5° 67.5° 68.5° 67.5° 68.5° 68.5° 68.5°
F FORK RAKE (mm) 42 42 51 42 51 42 51 51 51
G TRAIL (mm) 103 103 94 103 94 103 94 94 94
H WHEELBASE (mm) 1079 1106 1126 1137 1150 1162 1172 1192 1213
I CHAIN STAY LENGTH (mm) 440 440 455 440 455 440 455 455 455
J BOTTOM BRACKET DROP (mm) 45 45 55 45 55 45 55 55 55
K STACK (mm) 533 571 602 598 611 621 630 644 658
L REACH (mm) 385 405 404 425 424 440 439 454 469
M STAND OVER HEIGHT (mm) 686 711 732 748 766 794 805 839 856
N HANDLEBAR WIDTH (mm) 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780
O STEM LENGTH (mm) 40 50 50 60 60 70 70 80 90
P CRANK LENGTH (mm) 165 170 170 175 175 175 175 175 175
Q WHEEL SIZE 27.5" 27.5" 29" 27.5" 29" 27.5" 29" 29" 29"

Specifications:

Specification Description
Colors Knight Shield, Phantom Green
Frame Material ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc
Fork SR Suntour XCM30, QR, steel steerer
Travel XS: 80mm (27.5)
S: 80mm (27.5) / 100mm (29)
M: 100mm (27.5) / 100mm (29)
L: 100mm (27.5) / 100mm (29)
XL: 100mm (29)
XXL: 100mm (29)
Shock N/A
Handlebar Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm
Width XS: 730mm (27.5)
S: 780mm (27.5) / 780mm (29)
M: 780mm (27.5) / 780mm (29)
L: 780mm (27.5) / 780mm (29)
XL: 780mm (29)
XXL: 780mm (29)
Grips Giant Sole-O
Stem Giant Sport, 7-degree
Length XS: 40mm (27.5)
S: 50mm (27.5) / 50mm (29)
M: 60mm (27.5) / 60mm (29)
L: 70mm (27.5) / 70mm (29)
XL: 80mm (29)
XXL: 90mm (29)
Seatpost Giant Sport, 30.9
Length XS: 300mm (27.5)
S: 300mm (27.5) / 375mm (29)
M: 375mm (27.5) / 375mm (29)
L: 375mm (27.5) / 375mm (29)
XL: 375mm (29)
XXL: 375mm (29)
Saddle Giant custom
Pedals MTB platform
Shifters Shimano Altus M2010, 2x9
Front Derailleur Shimano Altus M2020
Rear Derailleur Shimano Altus M2000
Brakes Tektro HDC M275, hydraulic, Tektro rotors [F]180mm, [R]160mm
Brake Levers Tektro HDC M275
Cassette Shimano Deore HG200, 11x32
Chain KMC X9
Crankset ProWheel forged, 22/36
Length XS: 165mm (27.5)
S: 170mm (27.5) / 170mm (29)
M: 170mm (27.5) / 175mm (29)
L: 175mm (27.5) / 175mm (29)
XL: 175mm (29)
XXL: 175mm (29)