The Talon X is constructed using our highest grade 800K ultra high-modulus carbon fiber for a light, but incredibly strong platform. Shimano's premium group set Dura Ace, paired with a FSA SLK carbon crank is matched to Kestrel's KSL 55 Carbon wheelset for ultra light, yet aero performance. Each frame size has unique tube lengths, diameters, shapes, and carbon layups to produce the best possible ride quality for every size rider.
The new Talon X with integrated fork and all new shaping cheats the wind.
The Talon X seatpost is reversible to allow either road or triathlon positioning
Shaped seat stays provide reduced road vibration for enhanced ride quality
| Color(s) | CARBON / CHROME |
| Weight | 16.95 lbs / 7.70 kg |
| Sizes | 48cm, 52cm, 55cm, 57cm, 60cm |
| Frame | Kestrel Super Light (KSL) 800K high-modulus carbon fiber, PF30 BB |
| Fork | KSL Carbon, 1 1/8" - 1 1/2" tapered carbon steerer |
| Wheelset | Kestrel KSL55 Carbon , 700c 16/24H 55mm aero carbon rim |
| Tires | Vittoria Rubino Pro, 700 x 25c, folding |
| Crankset | FSA SLK Light, BB386EVO, 52/36T |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA PF30 |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace, braze-on |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace, 11-speed |
| Shifters | Shimano Dura-Ace STI, 11-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra, 11-28T, 11-speed |
| Chain | KMC X11EL w/MissingLink, 11-speed |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Dura-Ace STI |
| Headset | FSA integrated 1 1/8" top, 1 1/2" bottom |
| Handlebar | Kestrel KSL Aero Carbon, 31.8mm |
| Stem | Oval Concepts 707, 31.8mm, +/-6 |
| Saddle | Oval Concepts 534, Cromo rail |
| Rider Height | Size* | |
| 5'3"-5'5" | 160cm-165cm | XS |
| 5'5"-5'7" | 165cm-170cm | S |
| 5'7"-5'9" | 170cm-175cm | M |
| 5'9"-5'11" | 175cm-180cm | L |
| 5' 11'- 6'2" | 180cm-188cm | XL |
*Kestrel's Size Guide shows suggested sizes. For the most accurate sizing please visit your local authorized Kestrel retailer for a bike fit and a test ride.
| XS (48cm) | S (52cm) | M (55cm) | L (57cm) | XL (60cm) | ||
| A | Seat Tube Center To Center | 480 | 520 | 550 | 570 | 600 |
| B | Seat Tube Effective | 508 | 525 | 556 | 576 | 600 |
| C | Top Tube Center to Center | 510 | 533 | 555 | 570 | 595 |
| D | Head Tube Length | 103 | 115 | 142 | 162 | 189 |
| E | Seat Tube Angle | 75.7° | 74.5° | 74° | 73° | 72.5° |
| G | Headtube Angle | 72.4 | 73 | 73.2 | 73.5 | 74 |
| H | Chainstay Length | 410 | 410 | 410 | 410 | 410 |
| I | Wheelbase | 975 | 986 | 989 | 993 | 1012 |
| J | Bottom Bracket Drop | 69 | 68 | 68 | 68 | 68 |
| K | Fork Offset | 52 | 52 | 43 | 43 | 43 |
| L | Trail | 54 | 50 | 59 | 57 | 54 |
| M | Stack | 507 | 520 | 548 | 568 | 593 |
| N | Reach | 378 | 391 | 395 | 395 | 409 |
| O | Standover | 760 | 780 | 808 | 830 | 850 |
| Stem | 90 | 90 | 100 | 120 | 120 | |
| Handlebar Width | 400 | 400 | 420 | 440 | 440 | |
| Crank | 170 | 170 | 172.5 | 175 | 175 | |
| Wheel Size | 700c | 700c | 700c | 700c | 700c | |
| Seat Post Diameter | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
