Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Giant
2017 Giant Talon 2
Previous used estimate
$176 - $181
Actual value depends on condition, size, and local demand.
Value Guide market data · 2017 Giant Talon 2
12-month projected trend
7%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
3%
Drops faster than category avg
Price over time - 2017 Giant Talon 2
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Overview
About this bike
From long dirt climbs to flowing descents, this lightweight aluminum hardtail puts you in control. The lightweight ALUXX aluminum Talon frame features classic off-road design that’s updated with Giant’s proven 27.5-inch wheel technology. The hardtail frame is designed to optimize the wheel size and its 100mm suspension fork. It’s an ideal choice for aspiring off-road riders looking for a balanced blend of quickness and control on the trail.
Specifications
- Category
- Mountain
- Component Fork
- SR Suntour XCM w/ hydraulic lockout & preload adjuster, 100mm travel
- Component Hubs
- Alloy, 32h
- Component Stem
- Giant Sport
- Product Family
- Talon
- Component Chain
- KMC X9
- Component Frame
- ALUXX-grade aluminum
- Component Tires
- Maxxis Ikon, 27.5x2.2, Wire
- Component Brakes
- Shimano M315, hydraulic disc, 160mm
- Component Pedals
- MTB Caged
- Component Saddle
- Giant Connect Upright
- Component Cassette
- Shimano HG400-9 12x36, 9-speed
- Component Crankset
- FSA Comet
- Component Shifters
- Shimano Alivo
- Component Handlebar
- Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm
- Component Seat Post
- Giant Sport, 30.9mm
- Component Wheel Set
- Giant Alloy, Double wall
- Component Chainrings
- 38/24
- Component Brake Levers
- Shimano M315
- Component Bottom Bracket
- Sealed Cartridge, Threaded
- Component Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Deore
- Component Fork Brand Model
- SR Suntour XCM w/ hydraulic lockout & preload adjuster, 100mm travel
- Component Front Derailleur
- Shimano Deore
- Component Frame Construction
- ALUXX-grade aluminum
- Frame Construction
- ALUXX-grade aluminum
- Fork Brand & Model
- SR Suntour XCM w/ hydraulic lockout & preload adjuster, 100mm travel
- Hubs
- Alloy, 32h
- Tires
- Maxxis Ikon, 27.5x2.2, Wire
- Crankset
- FSA Comet
- Pedals
- MTB Caged
- Bottom Bracket
- Sealed Cartridge, Threaded
- Chain
- KMC X9
- Saddle
- Giant Connect Upright
- Handlebar
- Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm
- Front Derailleur
- Shimano Deore
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Deore
- Stem
- Giant Sport
- Brake Levers
- Shimano M315
- Brakes
- Shimano M315, hydraulic disc, 160mm
- Cassette
- Shimano HG400-9 12x36, 9-speed
- Chainrings
- 38/24
- Fork
- SR Suntour XCM w/ hydraulic lockout & preload adjuster, 100mm travel
- Frame
- ALUXX-grade aluminum
- Seat Post
- Giant Sport, 30.9mm
- Shifters
- Shimano Alivo
- Wheel Set
- Giant Alloy, Double wall
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork and rear shock service intervals and check pivot bearings for play.