Giant Talon 0 - 2026
Details
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
Proven alloy performance
ALUXX aluminum frameset is hand-built in-house by the world leader in aluminum engineering.
Balance and stability
Frame geometry is designed to optimize the balance and roll-over capabilities of 29-inch wheels or the liveliness of 27.5-inch wheels (depending on frame size).
XC control
Suspension fork offers either 80mm or 100mm of smooth travel for added XC control.
Wheel Sizing:
Size X-Small - Small: 27.5-inch wheels
Size Medium - X-Large: 29-inch wheels
Specs
| Frame | ALUXX-grade aluminum, disc |
|---|---|
| Fork |
Giant SXC32-2 RCL, air spring, 1.5" tapered steel steerer, 15x110mm thru-axle XS,S: 80mm (27.5) S,M,L,XL: 100mm (29) |
| Rims | Giant GX03V 27.5 or 29, alloy, double wall, 21mm IW |
| Hubs | Shimano, alloy, sealed bearing, Centerlock [F] 15x110 thru axle, [R] 12x142 thru-axle |
| Spokes | Stainless |
| Tires | Maxxis Rekon 27.5x2.4" or Maxxis Rekon Race 29x2.4", 60 TPI, wire bead |
| Bottom Bracket | Cartridge |
| Crankset | ProWheel MPX, [27.5] 32t, [29] 30t, 52.5mm chainline |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore M6100, 1x12 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore M6100, with clutch |
| Cassette/Freewheel | Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed, 10x51 |
| Chain | KMC X12 |
| Brakes | Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic |
| Rotors | Shimano RT-10 rotors 180mm/160mm |
| Brake Levers | Shimano BL-MT200 |
| Handlebars | Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm |
| Tape/Grips | Giant Sole-O |
| Stem | Giant Sport, 7-degree |
| Seatpost |
Giant Contact Switch Core dropper, remote XS, S: 100 travel / 30.9 x 350mm, M-XL: 120 travel / 30.9 x 400mm |
| Saddle | Giant ErgoContact Trail |
| Pedals | Platform |
* Subject to change without notice.
Part Numbers
| Option | UPC | MPN | Store SKU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mars Dust/Black / Small / 27.5-inch | 04711291157286 | 1094007294 | TAL2269155K |