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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Frame geometry
2021 Giant Talon 2 has 6 mm more reach than 2019 Giant Talon 2 in the selected sizes.
More reach puts the head-tube reference farther forward, not necessarily the hands.
- Handling
2021 Giant Talon 2 has a 0.5° slacker head-tube angle than 2019 Giant Talon 2 in the selected sizes.
Fork offset, tire size and wheelbase also affect steering; head angle alone is not a handling verdict.
- Gearing
2019 Giant Talon 2 has a 14% lower climbing ratio than 2021 Giant Talon 2.
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.
Lowest0.71:1Highest2.73:1Total range382%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
Lowest0.61:1Highest3.27:1Total range536%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2021 Giant Talon 2
2019 Giant Talon 2
Overview
Model Year
2021
2019
Brand
Giant
Giant
Model
Talon 2
Talon 2
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain
Original MSRP
$735.00
$720.00
Colors
Red Clay, Concrete
Neon Orange/Black/Charcoal, Gray/Neon Green/Black
Sizes
29: S, M, L, XL
XS, S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc
ALUXX-Grade Aluminum
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
SR Suntour XCT30 HLO 27.5 or 29, 80mm or 100mm, coil spring, QR, alloy steerer, lockout
SR Suntour XCM HLO 27.5, 100mm travel, Coil spring with hydraulic lockout, with preload adjuster
Fork Material
Aluminum
—
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano M315
Shimano Acera M4000, 2x9
Front Derailleur
—
Shimano Alivio
Rear Derailleur
microSHIFT Advent 1X 9 speed w/clutch
Shimano Deore, Shadow
Crankset
ProWheel Charm, 30t for 27.5", 32t for 29"
ProWheel Raid, 22/36
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge
ProWheel
Cassette
microSHIFT, Micro-Shift Advent, 11x42t 9 Speed cassette
Shimano CS-HG200-9, 11x36
Chain
KMC Z8.3
KMC X9
Pedals
Platform
Resin Anti-slip
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro TKD143, hydraulic (F:180mm, R:160mm)
Tektro HDC M275 [F] 180mm [R] 160mm, hydraulic
Cockpit & Contact Points
Handlebar
Giant Connect Trail, 31.8
Giant Connect Trail, 780mm x 31.8mm
Stem
Giant Sport
Giant Sport, 6-degree
Saddle
Giant Sport Custom
Giant Contact Comfort (neutral)
Seatpost
Giant Sport, 30.9
Giant Sport, 30.9
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Giant Sport Tracker, 32h
[F]Giant Tracker Sport QR, loose ball [R] Giant Tracker Sport QR, loose ball
Rims
Giant GX03V 27.5 or 29 wheelset, alloy, double wall, 21mm inner
XC-2 wheelset Giant Disc-21 27.5, tubeless ready, 21mm inner width
Spokes
Stainless
Sapim Leader, 14g
Front Tire
Kenda Booster 27.5 or 29x2.2, wire bead
Maxxis Ardent, 27.5 x 2.25, 60tpi wire TR, tubeless
Rear Tire
Kenda Booster 27.5 or 29x2.2, wire bead
Maxxis Ardent, 27.5 x 2.25, 60tpi wire TR, tubeless
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
425 mm
419 mm
Stack
598 mm
605 mm
Head-tube angle
67.5°
68°
Seat-tube angle
74°
73.5°
Seat tube
430 mm
430 mm
Head tube
130 mm
130 mm
Chainstay / rear center
440 mm
440 mm
Wheelbase
1137 mm
1128 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
45 mm
45 mm
Standover height
748 mm
749 mm
Fork offset / rake
42 mm
42 mm
Trail
103 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.