VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2004 Kestrel Talon Deluxe Ultegra

Velopedia Archive ID 31442

Overview

Model year2004
BrandKestrel
ModelTalon Deluxe Ultegra
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID31442
Original MSRP$2,699.00
ColorsMetallic Black/Weave, Metallic Blue/Weave, Red/Weave
Sizes48cm, 52cm, 55cm, 57cm, 60cm

Frameset

Frame constructionMonocoque
Frame materialCarbon fiber composite
ForkEMS Pro OS
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite w/alloy steerer, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Ultegra
ShiftersShimano Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Ultegra Triple, braze-on
Rear derailleurShimano Ultegra
CranksetShimano Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-6500, 109.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed
ChainShimano Ultegra, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsN/A

Brakes

BrakesShimano Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless
HandlebarKestrel EMS Pro carbon
Handlebar extensionsN/A
Seatpost27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsVelomax
RimsVelomax Circuit II, 24-hole/28-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14/16/14ga. (2.0/1.7/2.0mm) double-butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 23c
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube570 mm
Head-tube angle73.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center410 mm
Wheelbase994 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.