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2012 Giant Talon 29er 2

Velopedia Archive ID 1000149

Overview

Model year	2012
Brand	Giant
Model	Talon 29er 2
Bicycle type	Mountain
Archive ID	1000149
Original MSRP	$650.00
Colors	White/Black
Sizes	L, M, S, XL

Frameset

Frame material	ALUXX Grade butted aluminum
Fork	SR SXT 29 100mm

Drivetrain

Shifters	SRAM X4 8spd
Front derailleur	Shimano Altus
Rear derailleur	SRAM X4 8spd
Crankset	SR Suntour XCT V2 42/32/22t
Bottom bracket	SR XCT
Cassette	SRAM 8spd 11 32t
Chain	KMC Z-51
Pedals	MTB caged alloy

Brakes

Brakes	Tektro Aquila Mechanical Disc

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	Giant Sport Alloy low rise
Stem	Giant Sport Alloy 31.8mm
Saddle	Giant Performance MTB
Seatpost	Giant Sport Alloy 30.9mm

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Giant Tracker Sport Giant Tracker Sport
Front tire	Kenda Small Block 8 29x2.1

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.