Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report2018 Giant Talon 29 3 · 2020 Giant Talon 29 3
| Specification | 2018 Giant Talon 29 3 | 2020 Giant Talon 29 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 2018 | 2020 |
| Brand | Giant | Giant |
| Model | Talon 29 3 | Talon 29 3 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain | Mountain |
| Archive ID | 900002052 | 900002060 |
| Original MSRP | $530.00 | $550.00 |
| Colors | Satin Black/Neon Red | Charcoal / Pure Red; Black / Green |
| Sizes | S; M; L; XL | S; M; L; XL |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | ALUXX-grade aluminum | ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCT, lockout, preload adjust, 100mm travel | SR Suntour XCT30 HLO 29", 100mm , lockout, preload adjuster |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Shifters | Shimano Altus | Shimano Altus |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Altus | microSHIFT FD-M282 |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Acera | Shimano Acera |
| Crankset | Prowheel BURNER-101P, 24/34/42 | Prowheel forged, 22/36 |
| Bottom bracket | Sealed Cartridge, Threaded | cartridge |
| Cassette | Shimano HG31 11x34, 8-Speed | Shimano CS-HG200-8, 12x32 |
| Chain | KMC Z8 | KMC 8.3 |
| Pedals | Platform, Caged | platform |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Tektro HDC M285, hydraulic disc, [F] 180mm, [R] 160mm | Tektro HDC M275, hydraulic disc |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Handlebar | Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm | Giant Connect Trail, 780x31.8 |
| Stem | Giant Sport | Giant Sport, 7-degree |
| Saddle | Giant Connect, Upright | Giant custom |
| Seatpost | Giant Sport, 30.9mm | Giant Sport, 30.9 |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Giant Tracker Sport | [F]Giant Tracker Giant Sport QR, loose ball [R] Giant Tracker Giant Sport QR, loose ball |
| Rims | Giant Alloy Disc, Double Wall | Giant GX03V 29", alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width |
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g | stainless, 14g |
| Front tire | Maxxis Ikon, 29x2.2, 60 TPI | Maxxis Ikon 29x2.2, wire bead |
| Rear tire | Maxxis Ikon, 29x2.2, 60 TPI | Maxxis Ikon 29x2.2, wire bead |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 2018 Giant Talon 29 3 | 2020 Giant Talon 29 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | M | M |
| Reach | 418 mm | 418 mm |
| Stack | 611 mm | 611 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 69° | 69° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Seat tube | 440 mm | 440 mm |
| Head tube | 105 mm | 105 mm |
| Chainstay / rear center | 455 mm | 455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1132 mm | 1132 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover height | 760 mm | 760 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 94 mm | 94.3 mm |
| Wheel size | 29 | 29" |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 6, 2026.