TALON X SHIMANO DURA ACE

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$3999

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.

  • CARBON / CHROME
  • 16.95 lbs / 7.70 kg
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Aerodynamic

The new Talon X with integrated fork and all new shaping cheats the wind.

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Reversible seatpost

The Talon X seatpost is reversible to allow either road or triathlon positioning

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Shaped Seatstays

Shaped seat stays provide reduced road vibration for enhanced ride quality

Specifications

Details

Color(s)CARBON / CHROME
Weight16.95 lbs / 7.70 kg

Frameset

Sizes48cm, 52cm, 55cm, 57cm, 60cm
FrameKestrel Super Light (KSL) 800K high-modulus carbon fiber, PF30 BB
ForkKSL Carbon, 1 1/8" - 1 1/2" tapered carbon steerer

Wheels

WheelsetKestrel KSL55 Carbon , 700c 16/24H 55mm aero carbon rim
TiresVittoria Rubino Pro, 700 x 25c, folding

Drivetrain

CranksetFSA SLK Light, BB386EVO, 52/36T
Bottom BracketFSA PF30
Front DerailleurShimano Dura-Ace, braze-on
Rear DerailleurShimano Dura-Ace, 11-speed
ShiftersShimano Dura-Ace STI, 11-speed
CassetteShimano Ultegra, 11-28T, 11-speed
ChainKMC X11EL w/MissingLink, 11-speed

Components

PedalsN/A
Brake LeversShimano Dura-Ace STI
HeadsetFSA integrated 1 1/8" top, 1 1/2" bottom
HandlebarKestrel KSL Aero Carbon, 31.8mm
StemOval Concepts 707, 31.8mm, +/-6
SaddleOval Concepts 534, Cromo rail
*Specifications subject to change without notice

Geometry

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.

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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
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