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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. No key difference could be established from the available data. Check the full table for the details.

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 2Size M · 36/22T · 12–36T · 9-speed
Lowest0.61:1Highest3.00:1Total range491%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.5 mphHighest gear22.1 mph

Rear tire: 27.5×2.25.

2019 Giant Talon 2Size M · 36/22T · 11–36T
Lowest0.61:1Highest3.27:1Total range536%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.5 mphHighest gear24.1 mph

Rear tire: 27.5×2.25.

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 2
2019 Giant Talon 2
Overview
Model Year
2018
2019
Brand
Giant
Giant
Model
Talon 2
Talon 2
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain
Original MSRP
$765.00
$720.00
Colors
Matte Black/Neon Yellow, Satin Blue/Black
Neon Orange/Black/Charcoal, Gray/Neon Green/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 XCM HLO, hydraulic lockout, preload adjust, 100mm travel
SR Suntour XCM HLO 27.5, 100mm travel, Coil spring with hydraulic lockout, with preload adjuster
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano Acera
Shimano Acera M4000, 2x9
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio, Direct Mount
Shimano Alivio
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore, Shadow
Shimano Deore, Shadow
Crankset
Prowheel RAID-501TT, 22/36
ProWheel Raid, 22/36
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge, Threaded
ProWheel
Cassette
Shimano HG400-9 12x36, 9-speed
Shimano CS-HG200-9, 11x36
Chain
KMC X9
KMC X9
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 Contact Comfort
Giant Contact Comfort (neutral)
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 XC-2 Disc, Tubeless
XC-2 wheelset Giant Disc-21 27.5, tubeless ready, 21mm inner width
Spokes
Sapim Leader, 14g
Sapim Leader, 14g
Front Tire
Maxxis Ardent, 27.5x2.25, Tubeless, 60 TPI
Maxxis Ardent, 27.5 x 2.25, 60tpi wire TR, tubeless
Rear Tire
Maxxis Ardent, 27.5x2.25, Tubeless, 60 TPI
Maxxis Ardent, 27.5 x 2.25, 60tpi wire TR, tubeless
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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