The Talon X is constructed using our highest grade 800K ultra high-modulus carbon fiber for a light, but incredibly strong platform. Shimano's Ultegra drivetrain is matched to Oval Concepts 527 wheels providing lightweight 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) | SATIN BLACK |
| Weight | 18.50 lbs / 8.40 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 | Oval Concepts 527, 700c 18/24H rims |
| Tires | Vittoria Zaffiro Pro, 700 x 25c, folding |
| Crankset | Oval 300, 50/34T |
| Bottom Bracket | Praxis PF30 Conversion |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra, braze-on |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra, 11-speed |
| Shifters | Shimano Ultegra STI, 11-speed |
| Cassette | SunRace, 11-28T, 11-speed |
| Chain | KMC X11 w/MissingLink, 11-speed |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Ultegra STI |
| Headset | FSA integrated 1 1/8" top, 1 1/2" bottom |
| Handlebar | Oval Concepts 310 Ergo, 6061 alloy, 31.8mm clamp, 133mm drop, 4° sweep |
| Stem | Oval Concepts 313, 3D-forged 6061 stem body, +/-7° |
| Saddle | Oval Concepts 344, Steel 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 |
