Giant Talon 2 Mountain Bike 2025 - Hardtail MTB
The Giant Talon 2 is built for riders looking to take their off-road skills to the next level. Its ALUXX-Grade Aluminium frame has been redesigned to be lighter, more durable, and optimised for front suspension. With geometry tailored for confident handling, this hardtail provides a stable ride on technical trails and varied terrain.
Key Features:
- Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminium, lightweight and durable for confident trail riding.
- Fork: SXC32-3 RCL, coil sprung, hydraulic lockout, 80mm (27.5) or 100mm (29) travel.
- Drivetrain: microSHIFT Advent 1x9-speed for simple, reliable gear shifting.
- Brakes: Tektro HDC M275 hydraulic disc brakes for powerful stopping control.
- Wheels: 27.5” or 29” Giant GX03V alloy rims with Maxxis Rekon tyres.
- Standout Feature: Modern geometry with internal cable routing and chainstay protection.
- Finance: Available with 0% APR finance options.
Equipqed with an SXC32-3 RCL suspension fork, this bike smooths out rough trails with either 80mm or 100mm of travel, depending on frame size. The combination of large-volume Maxxis Rekon tyres and optimised wheel sizes ensures grip and traction, giving you confidence on climbs and descents.
The microSHIFT Advent 1x9 drivetrain offers simplicity and reliability, keeping your ride smooth and efficient. Paired with a wide-range cassette, you’ll have all the gearing you need to tackle varying gradients. Tektro HDC M275 hydraulic disc brakes provide controlled stopping power in all conditions, ensuring safety and confidence on the trail.
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
| Frame | ALUXX-Grade Aluminium, disc |
| Fork | SXC32-3 RCL, coil sprung, hydraulic lockout, tapered aluminium steerer, 15x110 thru axle XS&S: 80mm travel (27.5) M-XXL:100mm travel (29) |
| Rear Shock | N/A |
| Stem | Giant Sport, 7-degree rise |
| Bars | Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm XS&S: 690mm (27.5) M-XXL: 780mm (29) |
| Front Brake | Tektro HDC M275, hydraulic, Tektro rotors [F]180mm, [R]160mm |
| Rear Brake | Tektro HDC M275, hydraulic, Tektro rotors [F]180mm, [R]160mm |
| Brake Lever | Tektro HDC M275 |
| Front Mech | N/A |
| Rear Mech | microSHIFT Advent |
| Shifters | microSHIFT Advent, 1x9 |
| Speed | 9 |
| Rims | Giant GX03V 29 or 27.5, alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width |
| Front Hub | Alloy, sealed bearing, [F] 15x110 thru axle, [R] 12x142 thru-axle |
| Rear Hub | Alloy, sealed bearing, [F] 15x110 thru axle, [R] 12x142 thru-axle |
| Spokes | Stainless, 14g |
| Front Tyre | Maxxis Rekon 27.5x2.4" or Maxxis Rekon Race 29x2.4", wire bead |
| Rear Tyre | Maxxis Rekon 27.5x2.4" or Maxxis Rekon Race 29x2.4", wire bead |
| Seat Post | Giant Sport, 30.9mm |
| Saddle | Giant ErgoContact Trail |
| Chainset | ProWheel Charm, 32t (27.5) or 30t (29) |
| Bottom Bracket | cartridge |
| Chain | KMC X-9 |
| Cassette | microSHIFT, 11x46 |
Giant Talon Size Chart
|
Size |
Height (cm) |
Height (inches) |
|
XS |
155 - 166 |
5’1” – 5’5” |
|
S |
163 - 172 |
5’4” – 5’8” |
|
M |
169 - 179 |
5’7” – 5’10” |
|
L |
176 - 186 |
5’9” – 6’1” |
|
XL |
183 - 193 |
6'0” – 6’4” |
|
XXL |
190 - 200 |
6'3" - 6'7" |
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Giant Talon 2 Mountain Bike 2025 - Hardtail MTB
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