Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Giant
2018 Giant Talon 2
Previous used estimate
$161 - $165
Actual value depends on condition, size, and local demand.
Value Guide market data · 2018 Giant Talon 2
12-month projected trend
4%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
7%
Drops faster than category avg
Price over time - 2018 Giant Talon 2
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Overview
About this bike
From dirt paths to singletrack, Talon keeps you rolling with smooth handling and confident control. This lightweight ALUXX aluminum frameset features classic off-road design made specifically for 27.5" wheels to strike just the right balance between control and quickness. The hardtail frame is optimized for a 100mm suspension fork, which helps soak up trail obstacles and improve control. For aspiring off-road riders looking to climb a little faster and get more comfortable riding singletrack, Talon is your ticket to XC adventures. - ALUXX-grade butted aluminum frame - SR Suntour XCM HLO 100mm-travel fork with hydraulic lockout - Giant XC-2 Disc wheelset with Maxxis Ardent tubeless tires - Shimano 2x9-speed drivetrain with Shimano M315 hydraulic disc brakes
Specifications
- Subtype
- Cross Country
- Category
- Mountain
- Component Fork
- SR Suntour XCM HLO, hydraulic lockout, preload adjust, 100mm travel
- Component Hubs
- Giant Tracker Sport
- Component Size
- X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large
- Component Stem
- Giant Sport
- Product Family
- Talon
- Component Chain
- KMC X9
- Component Color
- Satin/Blue/Black, Matte Black/Neon Yellow
- Component Frame
- ALUXX-grade aluminum
- Component Brakes
- Shimano M315, hydraulic disc, [F] 180mm, [R] 160mm
- Component Pedals
- Platform, Caged
- Component Saddle
- Giant Contact Comfort
- Component Cassette
- Shimano HG400-9 12x36, 9-speed
- Component Crankset
- Prowheel RAID-501TT
- Component Shifters
- Shimano Acera
- Component Handlebar
- Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm
- Component Seat Post
- Giant Sport, 30.9mm
- Component Chainrings
- 22/36
- Component Front Tire
- Maxxis Ardent, 27.5x2.25, Tubeless, 60 TPI
- Component Brake Levers
- Shimano M315
- Component Bottom Bracket
- Sealed Cartridge, Threaded
- Component Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Deore, Shadow
- Component Front Derailleur
- Shimano Alivio, Direct Mount
- Hubs
- Giant Tracker Sport
- Crankset
- Prowheel RAID-501TT
- Pedals
- Platform, Caged
- Bottom Bracket
- Sealed Cartridge, Threaded
- Chain
- KMC X9
- Saddle
- Giant Contact Comfort
- Handlebar
- Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm
- Front Derailleur
- Shimano Alivio, Direct Mount
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Deore, Shadow
- Stem
- Giant Sport
- Brake Levers
- Shimano M315
- Brakes
- Shimano M315, hydraulic disc, [F] 180mm, [R] 160mm
- Cassette
- Shimano HG400-9 12x36, 9-speed
- Chainrings
- 22/36
- Fork
- SR Suntour XCM HLO, hydraulic lockout, preload adjust, 100mm travel
- Frame
- ALUXX-grade aluminum
- Seat Post
- Giant Sport, 30.9mm
- Shifters
- Shimano Acera
- Color
- Matte Black/Neon Yellow
- Size
- X-Large
- Front Tire
- Maxxis Ardent, 27.5x2.25, Tubeless, 60 TPI
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.