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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Gearing

    2019 Giant Talon 3 has a 8% lower climbing ratio than 2018 Giant Talon 3.

    A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.

Selected-size geometry

Geometry overlay

Frames share one scale and a bottom-bracket alignment. Size labels differ by brand; schematic drawing aids are identified below.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2018 Giant Talon 3Size M · 42/34/24T · 11–34T · 8-speed
Lowest0.71:1Highest3.82:1Total range541%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.2 mphHighest gear28.0 mph

Rear tire: 27.5×2.2.

2019 Giant Talon 3Size M · 42/32/22T · 11–34T
Lowest0.65:1Highest3.82:1Total range590%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.8 mphHighest gear28.0 mph

Rear tire: 27.5×2.2.

How it works

Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.

Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.

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Specification
2018 Giant Talon 3
2019 Giant Talon 3
Overview
Model Year
2018
2019
Brand
Giant
Giant
Model
Talon 3
Talon 3
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain
Original MSRP
$530.00
$540.00
Colors
Satin Black/Neon Red, Black/Fuchsia/Blue
Silver / Pure Red / Black, Lemon Yellow / Gray / Black
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
XS, S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
ALUXX-grade aluminum
ALUXX-Grade Aluminum
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
SR Suntour XCT HLO, hydraulic lockout, preload adjust, 100mm travel
SR Suntour XCT HLO 27.5, 100mm travel, lockout, with preload adjuster
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano Altus
Shimano Altus, 3x8
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano Altus
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Shimano Acera
Crankset
Prowheel BURNER-101P, 24/34/42
ProWheel Burner, 22/32/42
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge, Threaded
Feimin FP-902W
Cassette
Shimano HG31 11x34, 8-Speed
Shimano HG31, 11x34
Chain
KMC Z8
KMC Z8
Pedals
Platform, Caged
Resin Anti-slip
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HDC M285, hydraulic disc, [F] 180mm, [R] 160mm
Tektro HDC M275 [F] 180mm [R] 160mm, hydraulic
Cockpit & Contact Points
Handlebar
Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm
Giant Connect Trail, 780mm x 31.8mm
Stem
Giant Sport
Giant Sport, 6-degree
Saddle
Giant Connect, Upright
Giant Connect (upright)
Seatpost
Giant Sport, 30.9mm
Giant Sport, 30.9
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Giant Tracker Sport
[F]Giant Tracker Sport QR, loose ball [R] Giant Tracker Sport QR, loose ball
Rims
Giant Alloy Disc, Double Wall
Giant GX03V 27.5 6061 aluminum, double wall, 21mm inner width
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
stainless, 14G
Front Tire
Maxxis Ikon, 27.5x2.20, 60 TPI
Maxxis Ikon, 27.5 x 2.2, 60 tpi wire
Rear Tire
Maxxis Ikon, 27.5x2.20, 60 TPI
Maxxis Ikon, 27.5 x 2.2, 60 tpi wire
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
419 mm
419 mm
Stack
605 mm
605 mm
Head-tube angle
68°
68°
Seat-tube angle
73.5°
73.5°
Seat tube
430 mm
430 mm
Head tube
130 mm
130 mm
Chainstay / rear center
440 mm
440 mm
Wheelbase
1128 mm
1128 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
45 mm
45 mm
Standover height
749 mm
749 mm
Fork offset / rake
42 mm
42 mm
Trail
98 mm
98 mm
Wheel size
27.5"
27.5"

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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