Giant

Talon 4

The Giant Talon 4 is an entry-level aluminium hardtail mountain bike engineered for beginner trail riding, woodland loops, and multi-surface commuting. Built on Giant’s ALUXX-grade aluminium frame featuring internal cable routing and 30.9mm dropper post compatibility, the Talon 4 utilizes a size-proportional wheel and suspension layout: smaller frame sizes (XS/S) pair 27.5-inch wheels with an 80mm SR Suntour XCE fork, while larger sizes (M–XXL) scale to 29-inch wheels with 100mm of travel.
Drivetrain performance relies on a simplified 1x8 microSHIFT Acolyte setup, combining a 30T (29") or 32T (27.5") chainring with a wide 12–46T cassette and clutch-equipped rear derailleur for dependable gear changes over bumpy terrain. Stopping power is managed by Tektro TBK 176 hydraulic disc brakes paired with 160mm Tektro rotors. Rolling on double-wall Giant GX03V alloy wheels fitted with high-volume 2.2" Maxxis Ikon off-road tires (with frame clearance up to 2.4"), it easily adapts between trail duty and utility riding.
Specifications Breakdown
Frameset & Suspension
- Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminium, Internal Cable Routing, 30.9mm Dropper Post Compatible, Threaded BB, Integrated Rack/Fender & Kickstand Mounts.
- Fork: SR Suntour XCE, Steel Steerer, QR:
  - XS & S: 80mm travel (27.5" wheel geometry).
  - M, L, XL, XXL: 100mm travel (29" wheel geometry).
- Headset: 1.5" Tapered / Semi-Integrated.
- Seatpost & Saddle: Giant Sport 30.9mm with Giant ErgoContact Trail Saddle.
Drivetrain & Brakes
- Rear Derailleur: microSHIFT Acolyte, 8-Speed with Clutch.
- Shifters: microSHIFT Acolyte, 1x8-Speed Trigger.
- Brakes: Tektro TBK 176 Hydraulic Disc Brakes.
- Rotors: Tektro Centerlock / 6-Bolt 160mm Front / 160mm Rear.
- Crankset: ProWheel Forged Alloy, 30T (29") or 32T (27.5") Single Chainring.
- Cassette: microSHIFT Acolyte, 12–46T, 8-Speed.
- Bottom Bracket: Sealed Cartridge.
- Chain: KMC 8.1.
Wheels & Cockpit
- Rims: Giant GX03V Alloy, Double Wall, 21mm Inner Width (27.5" or 29").
- Hubs: [F] QR Alloy, Sealed Bearing / [R] Giant Tracker Hub, 12x142 Thru-Axle.
- Tires: Maxxis Ikon, 2.2" width (27.5x2.2" or 29x2.2"), Wire Bead.
- Max Tire Clearance: Up to 2.4".
- Handlebar: Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm (690mm width on XS/S; 780mm width on M–XXL).
- Stem: Giant Sport, 31.8mm clamp, 7-degree rise.
- Grips: Giant Sole-O.
- Pedals: MTB Caged Platform.
- Approx. Weight: ~14.2 kg / 31.3 lbs.
Key Highlights
- Tektro TBK 176 Hydraulic Disc Braking: Delivers consistent, low-effort lever feel and modulation in all weather conditions, offering superior control compared to cable-actuated mechanical setups.
- microSHIFT 1x8 Wide-Range Drivetrain: A 1x setup eliminates front-derailleur clutter while providing an easy 12–46T climbing gear ratio to spin up steep hills.
- Clutch-Equipped Rear Derailleur: Keeps chain tension high over rough trail sections, significantly reducing chain slap and preventing drops.
- Proportional Size Split Wheels: Pairs 27.5-inch wheels and an 80mm fork on smaller frames for lower standover height, scaling to 29-inch wheels and 100mm fork travel on medium to extra-large frames.
- Built-in Utility Bosses: Features frame bosses for mounting pannier racks, full mudguards, or a direct-mount KSA 18 kickstand.
Product Attributes
- Sizes: 27.5: XS,S 29: M,L,XL,XXL
- Colours: Azure Blue, Black, Cyber Lime
- Frame: ALUXX-grade aluminum, disc
- Fork: SR Suntour XCE, QR, steel steerer XS: 80mm travel (27.5) S: 80mm travel (27.5) / 100mm travel (29) M:100mm travel (29) L: 100mm travel (29) XL: 100mm travel (29) XXL: 100mm travel (29)
- Handlebar: Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm XS: 690mm (27.5) S: 690mm (27.5) / 750mm (29) M: 780mm (29) L: 780mm (29) XL: 780mm (29) XXL: 780mm (29)
- Grips: Giant Sole-O
- Stem: Giant Sport, 7-degree XS: 40mm (27.5) S: 50mm (27.5) / 50mm (29) M: 60mm (29) L: 70mm (29) XL: 80mm (29) XXL: 90mm (29)
- Seatpost: Giant Sport, 30.9 XS: 350mm (27.5) S: 350mm (27.5) / 375mm (29) M: 375mm (29) L: 375mm (29) XL: 420mm (29) XXL: 420mm (29)
- Saddle: Giant ErgoContact Trail
- Pedals: MTB caged
- Shifters: microSHIFT Acolyte, 1x8
- Rear Derailleur: microSHIFT Acolyte, clutch
- Brakes: Tektro 176, hydraulic, Tektro rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
- Brake Levers: Tektro TBK 176, hydraulic
- Cassette: microSHIFT, 12x46
- Chain: KMC 8.1
- Crankset: ProWheel Forged, 32t (27.5) or 30t (29) XS: 165mm (27.5) S: 165mm (27.5) / 170mm (29) M: 170mm (29) L: 170mm (29) XL: 175mm (29) XXL: 175mm (29)
- Bottom Bracket: cartridge
- Rims: Giant GX03V 29 or 27.5, alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width
- Hubs: [F] QR alloy, sealed bearing, [R] Giant Tracker hub, 12x142 thru axle, 24-pawl drive
- Spokes: stainless, 14g
- Tyres: Maxxis Ikon 27.5x2.2 or Maxxis Ikon 29x2.2, wire bead
- Max Tyre Clearance: 2.4"
- Max Chainring Size: 32T
- Size Name: M (29")
- Seat Tube Length: 420
- Seat Tube Angle: 74.5
- Top Tube Length: 604
- Head Tube Length: 105
- Head Tube Angle: 67.5
- Fork Rake: 44
- Trail: 109
- Wheel Base: 1164
- Chain Stay Length: 455
- Stand Over Height: 708
- Bottom Bracket Drop: 55
- Stack: 606
- Reach: 435
- Handlebar Width: 760
- Stem Length: 50
- Crank Length: 170
- Crank Length (Dec): 170
- Size Start: 169
- Size End: 179
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Description

The Giant Talon 4 is an entry-level aluminium hardtail mountain bike engineered for beginner trail riding, woodland loops, and multi-surface commuting. Built on Giant’s ALUXX-grade aluminium frame featuring internal cable routing and 30.9mm dropper post compatibility, the Talon 4 utilizes a size-proportional wheel and suspension layout: smaller frame sizes (XS/S) pair 27.5-inch wheels with an 80mm SR Suntour XCE fork, while larger sizes (M–XXL) scale to 29-inch wheels with 100mm of travel.
Drivetrain performance relies on a simplified 1x8 microSHIFT Acolyte setup, combining a 30T (29") or 32T (27.5") chainring with a wide 12–46T cassette and clutch-equipped rear derailleur for dependable gear changes over bumpy terrain. Stopping power is managed by Tektro TBK 176 hydraulic disc brakes paired with 160mm Tektro rotors. Rolling on double-wall Giant GX03V alloy wheels fitted with high-volume 2.2" Maxxis Ikon off-road tires (with frame clearance up to 2.4"), it easily adapts between trail duty and utility riding.
Specifications Breakdown
Frameset & Suspension
- Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminium, Internal Cable Routing, 30.9mm Dropper Post Compatible, Threaded BB, Integrated Rack/Fender & Kickstand Mounts.
- Fork: SR Suntour XCE, Steel Steerer, QR:
  - XS & S: 80mm travel (27.5" wheel geometry).
  - M, L, XL, XXL: 100mm travel (29" wheel geometry).
- Headset: 1.5" Tapered / Semi-Integrated.
- Seatpost & Saddle: Giant Sport 30.9mm with Giant ErgoContact Trail Saddle.
Drivetrain & Brakes
- Rear Derailleur: microSHIFT Acolyte, 8-Speed with Clutch.
- Shifters: microSHIFT Acolyte, 1x8-Speed Trigger.
- Brakes: Tektro TBK 176 Hydraulic Disc Brakes.
- Rotors: Tektro Centerlock / 6-Bolt 160mm Front / 160mm Rear.
- Crankset: ProWheel Forged Alloy, 30T (29") or 32T (27.5") Single Chainring.
- Cassette: microSHIFT Acolyte, 12–46T, 8-Speed.
- Bottom Bracket: Sealed Cartridge.
- Chain: KMC 8.1.
Wheels & Cockpit
- Rims: Giant GX03V Alloy, Double Wall, 21mm Inner Width (27.5" or 29").
- Hubs: [F] QR Alloy, Sealed Bearing / [R] Giant Tracker Hub, 12x142 Thru-Axle.
- Tires: Maxxis Ikon, 2.2" width (27.5x2.2" or 29x2.2"), Wire Bead.
- Max Tire Clearance: Up to 2.4".
- Handlebar: Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm (690mm width on XS/S; 780mm width on M–XXL).
- Stem: Giant Sport, 31.8mm clamp, 7-degree rise.
- Grips: Giant Sole-O.
- Pedals: MTB Caged Platform.
- Approx. Weight: ~14.2 kg / 31.3 lbs.
Key Highlights
- Tektro TBK 176 Hydraulic Disc Braking: Delivers consistent, low-effort lever feel and modulation in all weather conditions, offering superior control compared to cable-actuated mechanical setups.
- microSHIFT 1x8 Wide-Range Drivetrain: A 1x setup eliminates front-derailleur clutter while providing an easy 12–46T climbing gear ratio to spin up steep hills.
- Clutch-Equipped Rear Derailleur: Keeps chain tension high over rough trail sections, significantly reducing chain slap and preventing drops.
- Proportional Size Split Wheels: Pairs 27.5-inch wheels and an 80mm fork on smaller frames for lower standover height, scaling to 29-inch wheels and 100mm fork travel on medium to extra-large frames.
- Built-in Utility Bosses: Features frame bosses for mounting pannier racks, full mudguards, or a direct-mount KSA 18 kickstand.

Talon 4

Specifications Breakdown

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