MASTER THE MOUNTAIN THE ALL-NEW TRANCE X RANGE
MAKING THE ULTIMATE TRAIL BIKE
Now more capable than ever, the new Trance X range includes a full collection of progressive trail bikes that combine all-rounder versatility with even greater control for technical terrain. From superlight composite frame bikes to dynamic alloy models made by the world leaders in aluminum frame construction, there’s one for every rider and all types of terrain.
Born from the idea that every trail is unique, every ride its own type of challenge, the range is built on new framesets with added suspension travel and even greater adjustability than the previous generation. In addition, most models now offer the option to swap out the stock 29-inch rear wheel for a 27.5 to run a mixed-wheel “mullet” setup. The longer-travel SX models come with a 29/27.5 front/rear setup for optimal performance on the most technical terrain.
Every new Trance X is backed by Giant’s unrivaled expertise in composite and aluminum frame engineering, a rigorous process that includes everything from weaving and forging raw materials in our own manufacturing facilities to fine-tuning the patented Maestro suspension system. Beyond the framesets, Giant also engineers and produces critical elements including WheelSystems and components to elevate the ride experience with zero compromises.
Building on the versatility of the previous generation, which introduced flip chip technology to adjust geometry for individual riding style and terrain, the new Trance X range adds a second flip chip at the headset so you can quickly adjust reach and dial in your cockpit dimensions.
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All Trance X models now have added rear travel thanks to an updated Maestro suspension system. The Trance X Advanced and Trance X models go from 135mm to 140mm, paired with a 150mm fork up front. The new, longer travel “SX” models, including the Trance Advanced SX and Trance X SX, put greater focus on descending with 145mm of rear travel and a 160mm fork.
The new Maestro setups are engineered with Advanced Forged Composite upper rocker arms that increase stiffness and lower overall frame weight. The result is better handling while bombing down technical trails, cornering at speed, and accelerating out of corners. A trunnion mount shock produces a longer stroke, and the leverage ratio has been adjusted to provide a smoother end stroke without harsh bottom-outs.
The new range also includes updates aimed at improving the trail riding experience, including integrated down tube frame storage that makes it easy to carry tools and other essentials. Mounts below the top tube offer an additional option for storage, and more robust protection on the underside of the down tube is also new.
What makes the perfect trail? It’s an individual choice. Tight and technical, or fast and flowy. Your go-to weekday ride may be totally different than the weekend epic where you’ll push new limits. With the new Trance X range, there are no compromises. One trail bike to do it all.
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MAESTRO SUSPENSION TECHNOLOGY
Whatever your choice of off-road terrain, Maestro Suspension expands your bike’s capabilities and boosts your performance. It’s an adaptable rear suspension platform that gives you more control, traction, comfort and speed.
KEY BENEFITS
PEDALING EFFICIENCY
Whether you’re sprinting up a climb or hammering through a rock garden, Maestro performs consistently under pedaling power and doesn’t compromise efficiency.
FULLY ACTIVE
From high-frequency trail vibrations to big-hit compressions, Maestro soaks up the full spectrum of trail impacts to give you a smoother ride over all types of terrain.
TOTAL BRAKE INDEPENDENCE
Even under full braking force, Maestro Suspension stays active, keeping your tires in contact with the trail and giving you better traction at all times.
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HOW IT WORKS
1. GROUND CONTROL
Maestro’s near-vertical wheel path and linear spring curve allow the rear suspension to remain sensitive to both small and big impacts without “packing up” under rapid, successive hits or bottoming out from big hits. This results in better contact between your tires and the trail, improving traction, acceleration, cornering and braking.
2. FOUR, TWO, ONE
Maestro utilizes four strategically positioned pivot points (the four red circles above) and two linkages that all work to create a single floating pivot point (the larger circle). This single floating pivot point improves pedaling efficiency by counteracting pedaling forces that would otherwise create suspension compression (squatting) or pedal kickback (bobbing).
3. FULLY CONNECTED
Maestro’s upper rocker arms feature trunnion shock mounts, which produce a lower leverage ratio on rear shock compression for better pedaling and braking efficiency. This configuration also allows engineers to create bikes with shorter chainstays, improving their climbing capabilities and agility.
4. LOWER CENTER OF GRAVITY
Maestro’s moving parts and components, including the linkages, shock, pivots and hardware, are centralized within the frameset. This results in a low center of gravity, which helps improve the bike’s overall handling on the trail.
5. LIGHTER AND STRONGER
A state of the art, high-pressure molding process is used to produce the Advanced Forged Composite upper rocker arm. This makes it lighter, stiffer and stronger than aluminum to help boost the overall performance of your bike.
6. SMOOTH OPERATOR
Double-sealed pivot bearings provide long-term, smoothfunctioning suspension articulation.
7. PRECISE TRACKING
A single-piece rear swingarm (no chainstay or seatstay pivots) provides the ultimate in rear-end stiffness for precise tracking over rough terrain.
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ADJUSTABILITY BEYOND COMPARE
FLIP CHIP - MAESTRO 3
This technology allows riders to quickly adjust the geometry and choose a rear wheel size (29-inch or 27.5-inch) for their riding style and terrain. It’s available on select Maestro-equipped mountain bikes. The adjustment affects head tube and seat tube angles, bottom bracket height, and rear-wheel size using eccentric flip chip hardware located on the upper rocker arm of the rear suspension.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
This technology provides three positions (high, mid and low) using two different flip chips—a combination high/low chip or a dedicated mid-position chip.
1. HIGH POSITION
When this dual-position flip chip is installed in the high setting, the frame’s head and seat tube angles become steeper and the bottom bracket height is elevated.
2. MID POSITION
When this single-position flip chip is installed, the frame’s head tube and seat tube angles are positioned in a neutral stance, and the bottom bracket height is at its mid-height point.
3. LOW POSITION
When this dual-position flip chip is installed in the low setting, the frame’s head and seat tube angles become slacker, and the bottom bracket height is lowered. This provides the most stable geometry for riding at higher speeds and on the most aggressive terrain.
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CUSTOMIZE YOUR FIT FLIP
CHIP - HEADSET
This new three-position flip chip at the headset lets riders quickly fine-tune cockpit dimensions and geometry for their riding style and terrain.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Two different “chips” set the headset/reach in either a -5mm (short), 0mm (mid), or +5mm (long) offset position. The modular system consists of two positioning chips (short/long and mid), which can be easily removed and swapped to achieve a short, mid or long reach.
1. SHORT POSITION (-5MM)
The headset/reach is positioned 5mm closer to the rider.
2. MID POSITION (0MM)
The headset/reach is positioned neutrally. In this position, the bike is best suited for a balance of descending/technical conditions.
3. LONG POSITION (+5MM)
The headset/reach is positioned 5mm farther from the rider. In this position, the bike is best suited for faster conditions. This long position also offers “corrected” rider positioning for 29/27.5-wheel configuration.
HOW DOES IT CHANGE MY RIDE EXPERIENCE?
SHORT POSITION
A shorter reach produces quick handling, a great option for tight, twisty terrain. This position translates into shorter reach, top tube, front/ center and wheelbase measurements and a more upright position for quicker turning, more flickable handling.
MID POSITION
A neutral reach produces well-balanced handling, ideal for trails with general technical challenge and equal parts pedaling and descending. A zero-offset headset position translates into neutral reach, top tube, front/center and wheelbase measurements and a balanced position for predictable handling.
LONG POSITION
A longer reach produces stable handling, a great option for efficient performance over smoother terrain. This translates into longer reach, top tube, front/center and wheelbase measurements and a more stretched out rider position for a planted feel while cornering.
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SUSPENSION SCIENCE
Giant engineers took great care in perfecting the delicate balance of anti-squat, anti-rise, and leverage ratio. These critical elements lie at the foundation of the Trance X range, shaping how power is transferred, how braking forces are managed, and how the bike interacts with ever-changing terrain. The following three charts delve into the intricacies of anti-squat, which counteracts unwanted suspension movement during pedaling; anti-rise, which resists brake dive; and leverage ratio characteristics that determine how the bike absorbs impacts and handles rough terrain.
ANTI-RISE
The Trance X range features the right amount of anti-rise capability to combat brake dive.
ANTI-SQUAT
Maestro Suspension technology allows for complete suspension activity, whether under pedaling forces or coasting down the steepest terrain.
100 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 Anti-Rise (%) Rear Wheel Travel (mm) 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 Anti-Squat (%) Rear Wheel Travel (mm)
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SUSPENSION SCIENCE
A highly revised leverage ratio feels softer off the top, progressing steadily through its mid-stroke, then finishing with smooth bottom-out performance.
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3.1 3.0 2.9 2.8 2.7 2.6 2.5 2.4 2.3 0 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 10 20 30 40 140 Leverage Ratio Rear Wheel Travel (mm) SERIES WITH STOCK WHEEL SIZE 27.5-INCH REAR-WHEEL COMPATIBILITY 29-INCH REAR-WHEEL COMPATIBILITY FLIP CHIPMAESTRO 3 POSITION FLIP CHIPHEADSET POSITION TRANCE X ADVANCED (29/29) YES YES MID OR LOW (SUGGESTED), HIGH (ACCEPTABLE) 0MM (SUGGESTED), -5MM OR +5MM (ACCEPTABLE) TRANCE X (29/29) YES YES MID OR LOW (SUGGESTED), HIGH (ACCEPTABLE) 0MM (SUGGESTED), -5MM OR +5MM (ACCEPTABLE) TRANCE X ADVANCED SX (29/27.5) YES NO MID OR HIGH (SUGGESTED), LOW (ACCEPTABLE) +5MM (SUGGESTED), 0MM OR -5MM (ACCEPTABLE) TRANCE X SX (29/27.5) YES NO MID OR HIGH (SUGGESTED), LOW (ACCEPTABLE) +5MM (SUGGESTED), 0MM OR -5MM (ACCEPTABLE) TRANCE X SETUP
TRANCE X ADVANCED
A new Advanced-grade composite frameset with Maestro suspension offers 5mm added travel compared to the previous generation, going from 135mm to 140mm. The rear suspension is paired with a 150mm fork. The frame is equipped with two, three-position flip chips for the ultimate in versatility and adjustability. The rear flip chip, located on the Maestro rocker arm, lets you adjust frame geometry and fine-tune handling for riding style and terrain. A second flip chip at the headset makes it easy to change the reach, offering 10mm (-5mm, 0mm or +5mm) of adjustment without having to swap your stem. Also new is an integrated down tube storage compartment to carry trail-riding essentials.
TECHNOLOGY
1 ADVANCED COMPOSITE
High-performance grade raw carbon is used to produce this custom frame material in our own composite factory. The mainframe and rear swingarm are handcrafted with monocoque construction for optimized stiffness-to-weight and an ultra-responsive ride quality.
2 MAESTRO SUSPENSION
Four strategically positioned pivot points and two linkages all work together to create a single floating pivot for the most active, efficient and independent suspension system.
3 ADVANCED FORGED COMPOSITE
A high-pressure molding process is used to produce a complex shaped carbon-fiber upper rocker arm that is lighter, stiffer and stronger than an aluminum version.
4 ADJUSTABLE FRAME GEOMETRY
Flip chip adjustability lets you switch between three settings depending on the terrain you are riding. You can select a 64.4, 64.8 or 65.1-degree head angle and corresponding 76.8, 77.2 or 77.5-degree seat tube angle, resulting in a 40, 35 or 30mm bottom bracket drop (size medium).
5 REACH ADJUST
Three-position flip chip at the headset lets riders dial in cockpit dimensions and geometry. This modular system helps fine tune the bike’s handling and rider position using two positioning chips that can be removed and swapped to achieve a Short (-5mm), Mid (0mm) or Long (+5mm) reach.
6 REAR WHEEL OPTIONS
Riders can choose either a 29- or 27.5-inch rear wheel, paired with a 29inch front wheel. The larger 29-inch option improves stability and roll-over capabilities, while the 27.5 option delivers a more agile, snappier feel. It’s a quick and easy way to adjust the bike’s handling.
7 FRAME STORAGE
New integrated frame storage inside the down tube makes it easy to carry tools, snacks and other essentials. Mounts below the top tube offer an additional option for storage.
8 POWERCORE
A massive down tube and oversized top tube work in unison to provide superior front end lateral and torsional stiffness. The precisely engineered, rectangular shaped down tube yields unprecedented steering precision and pedaling performance.
9 INTEGRATED FRAME PROTECTION
The driveside chainstay and down tube feature built-in protection against rocks and debris. A clear 3M protective strip on the underside of the head tube/ down tube junction protects the frame when it’s loaded onto a shuttle vehicle.
10 BOOST TECHNOLOGY
Wider hub spacing (110mm front/148mm rear) results in stiffer wheels for added control plus more tire clearance and an improved chainline for optimal drivetrain performance.
11 GIANT TUBELESS SYSTEM
Integrated Tubeless WheelSystem and tires deliver improved efficiency, comfort and control in the most user-friendly and reliable system.
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TRANCE X ADVANCED
Float up technical climbs and sail down chunky descents. This all-new, full-composite trail bike gives you 140mm of smooth Maestro rear suspension and all sorts of adjustability. You can dial in frame geometry and switch the rear wheel size for the terrain.
KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS
MORE TRAVEL
New Maestro rear suspension adds 5mm of travel over previous generation, going from 135mm to 140mm. A trunnion mount shock and Advanced Forged Composite rocker arm combine for a longer stroke with a smooth, active feel. Rear suspension is paired with a 150mm travel fork for superior confidence and control on technical singletrack terrain.
ADJUSTABLE TRAIL GEOMETRY
A three-position Maestro flip chip lets you dial in frame geometry for your riding style and terrain. The high setting adds more ground clearance, a good option for tight, technical terrain. The low setting creates a slacker head angle and lower bottom bracket for confident handling at higher speeds. The middle position is neutral. In addition, a new headset flip chip provides 10mm of reach adjustment.
REAR WHEEL OPTIONS
All models come with 29-inch front and rear wheels, but the flip chip lets you opt for a mixed wheel setup including a 27.5 rear. The stock setup optimizes stability and roll-over speed, while a 27.5 rear wheel delivers a snappier feel and more saddle-to-tire clearance. Some riders favor this “mullet” setup for riding steep, technical terrain.
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FRAME S-LOW S-MID S-HIGH M-LOW M-MID M-HIGH L-LOW L-MID L-HIGH XL-LOW XL-MID XL-HIGH Seat tube length 400 400 400 425 425 425 450 450 450 475 475 475 Seatpost insertion 280.0 280.0 280.0 305.0 305.0 305.0 330.0 330.0 330.0 355.0 355.0 355.0 Seat tube angle (degrees) 76.8 77.2 77.5 76.8 77.2 77.5 76.8 77.2 77.5 76.8 77.2 77.5 Top tube length 571 570 569 602 601 600 624 623 622 656 656 655 Head tube length 100 100 100 105 105 105 115 115 115 125 125 125 Head tube angle (degrees) 64.4 64.8 65.1 64.4 64.8 65.1 64.4 64.8 65.1 64.4 64.8 65.1 Fork rake 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 Trail 134 131 128 134 131 129 134 131 129 134 131 129 Wheelbase 1190 1189 1189 1222 1222 1221 1246 1246 1245 1281 1280 1280 Chain stay length 440 439 438 440 439 438 440 439 438 440 439 438 Bottom bracket drop 40 35 30 40 35 30 40 35 30 40 35 30 Stack 617 614 611 621 619 616 631 628 625 640 637 634 Reach 426 430 434 456 460 464 476 480 484 507 510 514 Stand over height 733 737 742 737 741 746 754 759 763 752 757 762 Handlebar width 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 0 Stem length 40 40 40 40 40 40 50 50 50 50 50 50 Crank length 165.0 165.0 165.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 Wheel size (front) 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" Wheel size (rear) 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" Trance X Advanced 1
TECHNOLOGIES
TRANCE X ADVANCED SX
An all-new frameset is engineered with an Advanced-grade composite mainframe and swingarm. The “SX” indicates its descending focus, with additional travel including updated 145mm Maestro suspension in the rear and a beefier 160mm fork up front. The frame is equipped with two, three-position flip chips for the ultimate in versatility and adjustability. The rear flip chip, located on the Maestro rocker arm, allows riders to adjust frame geometry and fine-tune handling for riding style and terrain. A second flip chip at the headset provides 10mm (-5mm, 0mm, +5mm) of reach adjustment. Also new is an integrated down tube storage compartment for carrying trail-riding essentials.
TECHNOLOGY
1 ADVANCED COMPOSITE
High-performance grade raw carbon is used to produce this custom frame material in our own composite factory. The mainframe and rear swingarm are handcrafted with monocoque construction for optimized stiffness-to-weight and an ultra-responsive ride quality.
2 MAESTRO SUSPENSION
Four strategically positioned pivot points and two linkages all work together to create a single floating pivot for the most active, efficient and independent suspension system.
3 ADVANCED FORGED COMPOSITE
A high-pressure molding process is used to produce a complex shaped carbon-fiber upper rocker arm that is lighter, stiffer and stronger than an aluminum version.
4 ADJUSTABLE FRAME GEOMETRY
Flip chip adjustability lets you switch between three settings depending on the terrain you are riding. You can select a 63.2, 63.5 or 63.9-degree head angle and corresponding 75.6, 75.9 or 76.3-degree seat tube angle, resulting in a 30, 26 or 21mm bottom bracket drop (size medium).
5 REACH ADJUST
Three-position flip chip at the headset lets riders dial in cockpit dimensions and geometry. This modular system helps fine tune the bike’s handling and rider position using two positioning chips that can be removed and swapped to achieve a Short (-5mm), Mid (0mm) or Long (+5mm) reach.
6 MIXED WHEEL SETUP
A 29-inch front wheel provides speed, stability and front-end control on rough, technical trails. A 27.5-inch rear wheel adds agility and maneuverability to help riders rail corners, pop over features and show off their style.
7 FRAME STORAGE
New integrated frame storage inside the down tube makes it easy to carry tools, snacks and other essentials. Mounts below the top tube offer an additional option for storage.
8 POWERCORE
A massively oversized bottom bracket area features a fully integrated, 92mm wide design. Asymmetric chainstays provide additional stiffness on the driveside and increased stability on the non-driveside.
9 INTEGRATED FRAME PROTECTION
The driveside chainstay and down tube feature built-in protection against rocks and debris. A clear 3M protective strip on the underside of the head tube/ down tube junction protects the frame when it’s loaded onto a shuttle vehicle.
10 BOOST TECHNOLOGY
Wider hub spacing (110mm front/148mm rear) results in stiffer wheels for added control plus more tire clearance and an improved chainline for optimal drivetrain performance.
11 GIANT TUBELESS SYSTEM
Integrated Tubeless WheelSystem and tires deliver improved efficiency, comfort and control in the most user-friendly and reliable system.
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Trance X Advanced SX
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TRANCE X ADVANCED SX
Rock rolls, sketchy drops and step-ups. This new full-composite trail machine handles it all with confidence and control. New longer travel Maestro rear suspension (145mm), adjustable geometry, and a mixed wheel setup make it a singletrack sensation.
KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS
MORE TRAVEL
This “SX” series features an all-new Maestro rear suspension system with added travel (145mm) for technical singletrack. The trunnion mount shock and Advanced Forged Composite rocker arm combine for a longer stroke that has a smooth, active feel, plus greater stiffness in the chassis for improved tracking over rough terrain. The rear suspension is paired with a longer travel 160mm suspension fork, giving aggressive trail riders added confidence and control.
ADJUSTABLE TRAIL GEOMETRY
A three-position Maestro flip chip lets you dial in frame geometry to suit your riding style and terrain. The high setting adds more ground clearance, a good option for tight, technical singletrack. The low setting creates a slacker head angle and lower bottom bracket for confident handling at higher speeds. The middle position is neutral. In addition, a new headset flip chip provides 10mm of total reach adjustment.
MIXED WHEEL SETUP
This model comes with a 27.5-inch rear wheel. The smaller wheel diameter delivers an agile, snappy feel on the trail and more saddle-to-tire clearance in the rear. Riders typically favor this “mullet” setup for riding steep, technical terrain.
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IN MM UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED)
FRAME S-LOW S-MID S-HIGH M-LOW M-MID M-HIGH L-LOW L-MID L-HIGH XL-LOW XL-MID XL-HIGH Seat tube length 400 400 400 425 425 425 450 450 450 475 475 475 Seatpost insertion 280.0 280.0 280.0 305.0 305.0 305.0 330.0 330.0 330.0 355.0 355.0 355.0 Seat tube angle (degrees) 75.5 75.9 76.3 75.6 75.9 76.3 75.6 76.0 76.3 75.7 76.0 76.3 Top tube length 574 573 572 605 604 603 627 626 625 660 659 658 Head tube length 100 100 100 105 105 105 115 115 115 125 125 125 Head tube angle (degrees) 63.1 63.5 63.9 63.2 63.5 63.9 63.2 63.6 63.9 63.3 63.6 63.9 Fork rake 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 Trail 144 141 138 144 141 138 143 141 138 143 140 138 Wheelbase 1194 1193 1193 1226 1225 1225 1250 1250 1249 1285 1284 1283 Chain stay length 440 439 438 440 439 438 440 439 438 440 439 438 Bottom bracket drop 30 25 21 30 26 21 30 26 21 31 26 21 Stack 626 623 621 631 628 625 640 638 635 650 647 644 Reach 413 417 421 443 447 451 463 467 471 494 497 501 Stand over height 725 729 734 739 743 748 762 760 765 773 778 782 Handlebar width 0 800 0 0 800 0 0 800 0 0 800 0 Stem length 40 40 40 40 40 40 50 50 50 50 50 50 Crank length 165.0 165.0 165.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 Wheel size (front) 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" Wheel size (rear) 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" Trance X Advanced SX
FRAME GEOMETRY (UNITS
TECHNOLOGIES
TRANCE X
The all-new frameset is engineered with a super strong and lightweight ALUXX SL aluminum chassis and updated Maestro suspension system. With 140mm of rear travel and a 150mm fork, it gobbles up rocks, roots and ruts with ease. The frame is equipped with two, three-position flip chips for the ultimate in adjustability. The rear flip chip, located on the Maestro rocker arm, lets you change frame geometry and switch the standard 29-inch rear wheel to 27.5 if you prefer. A second flip chip at the headset provides 10mm of reach adjustment. New, integrated frame storage inside the down tube makes it easy to carry tools, snacks and other essentials. Mounts below the top tube offer an additional option for storage, and protection on the down tube prevents damage from trail debris and transportation.
1 ALUXX SL ALUMINUM
This high-performance, state-of-the-art aluminum material is made predominantly from 6011 alloy and delivers best-in-class strength-to-weight ratios. The frameset features advanced welding technologies for a highperformance ride quality.
2 MAESTRO SUSPENSION
Four strategically positioned pivot points and two linkages all work together to create a single floating pivot for the most active, efficient and independent suspension system.
3 ADVANCED FORGED COMPOSITE
A high-pressure molding process is used to produce a complex shaped carbon-fiber upper rocker arm that is lighter, stiffer and stronger than an aluminum version.
4 ADJUSTABLE FRAME GEOMETRY
Flip chip adjustability lets you switch between two settings depending on the terrain you are riding. You can select a 64.4, 64.8 or 65.1-degree head angle and corresponding 76.8, 77.2 or 77.5-degree seat tube angle, resulting in a 40, 35 or 30mm bottom bracket drop (size medium).
5 REACH ADJUST
Three-position flip chip at the headset lets riders dial in cockpit dimensions and geometry. This modular system helps fine tune the bike’s handling and rider position using two positioning chips that can be removed and swapped to achieve a Short (-5mm), Mid (0mm) or Long (+5mm) reach.
6 REAR WHEEL OPTIONS
Riders can choose either a 29- or 27.5-inch rear wheel, paired with a 29inch front wheel. The larger 29-inch option improves stability and roll-over capabilities, while the 27.5 option delivers a more agile, snappier feel. It’s a quick and easy way to adjust the bike’s handling and feel.
7 FRAME STORAGE
New integrated frame storage inside the down tube makes it easy to carry tools, snacks and other essentials. Mounts below the top tube offer an additional option for storage.
8 POWERCORE
A massively oversized bottom bracket area features a fully integrated, 92mm wide design. Asymmetric chainstays provide additional stiffness on the driveside and increased stability on the non-driveside.
9 INTEGRATED FRAME PROTECTION
The driveside chainstay and down tube feature more robust protection against rocks and other trail debris compared to the previous generation.
10 BOOST TECHNOLOGY
Wider hub spacing (110mm front/148mm rear) results in stiffer wheels for added control plus more tire clearance and an improved chainline for optimal drivetrain performance.
11 GIANT TUBELESS SYSTEM
Integrated Tubeless WheelSystem and tires deliver improved efficiency, comfort and control in the most user-friendly and reliable system.
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TECHNOLOGY
TRANCE X
Find your flow on technical trails. With adjustable geometry, the option to change rear wheel size, and a new 140mm Maestro rear suspension setup, this versatile trail bike steamrolls singletrack with confidence and control.
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KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS
UPDATED SUSPENSION
A new Maestro rear suspension system gives trail riders 140mm of rear travel. The trunnion mount shock and Advanced Forged Composite rocker arm combine for a longer stroke that has a smooth, active feel, plus greater stiffness in the chassis for precision control. The rear suspension is paired with a 150mm travel fork, providing superior confidence and control on technical singletrack.
ADJUSTABLE TRAIL GEOMETRY
A three-position Maestro flip chip lets riders dial in frame geometry for their riding style and terrain. The high setting adds more ground clearance, a good option for tight, technical terrain. In the low setting, the head tube gets slacker and the bottom bracket drops, ideal for confident handling at higher speeds. The middle position is neutral. In addition, a new headset flip chip adjusts reach so that riders can easily achieve their preferred positioning.
REAR WHEEL OPTIONS
All models come with 29-inch front and rear wheels, but the flip chip lets you opt for a mixed wheel setup including a 27.5 rear. The stock 29-inch rear wheel optimizes stability and roll-over capabilities, while a 27.5 delivers a more agile, snappier feel and more saddle-to-tire clearance in the rear. Some riders favor this “mullet” setup for riding steep, technical terrain.
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IN MM UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED)
FRAME S-LOW S-MID S-HIGH M-LOW M-MID M-HIGH L-LOW L-MID L-HIGH XL-LOW XL-MID XL-HIGH Seat tube length 400 400 400 425 425 425 450 450 450 475 475 475 Seatpost insertion 280.0 280.0 280.0 305.0 305.0 305.0 330.0 330.0 330.0 355.0 355.0 355.0 Seat tube angle (degrees) 76.8 77.2 77.5 76.8 77.2 77.5 76.8 77.2 77.5 76.8 77.2 77.5 Top tube length 571 570 569 602 601 600 624 623 622 656 656 655 Head tube length 100 100 100 105 105 105 115 115 115 125 125 125 Head tube angle (degrees) 64.4 64.8 65.1 64.4 64.8 65.1 64.4 64.8 65.1 64.4 64.8 65.1 Fork rake 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 Trail 134 131 128 134 131 129 134 131 129 134 131 129 Wheelbase 1190 1189 1189 1222 1222 1221 1246 1246 1245 1281 1280 1280 Chain stay length 440 439 438 440 439 438 440 439 438 440 439 438 Bottom bracket drop 40 35 30 40 35 30 40 35 30 40 35 30 Stack 617 614 611 621 619 616 631 628 625 640 637 634 Reach 426 430 434 456 460 464 476 480 484 507 510 514 Stand over height 732 737 742 746 750 755 763 768 773 781 758 790 Handlebar width 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 Stem length 40 40 40 40 40 40 50 50 50 50 50 50 Crank length 165.0 165.0 165.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 Wheel size (front) 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" Wheel size (rear) 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" Trance X 2
FRAME GEOMETRY (UNITS
TECHNOLOGIES
TRANCE X SX
An ALUXX SL aluminum chassis features a new Maestro rear suspension setup with 145mm of rear travel. Combined with a 160mm fork, this longer travel trail bike gobbles up rocks, roots and ruts with total control. The mixed wheel “mullet” setup combines a 27.5-inch rear and 29-inch front, a playful combination that blends rollover capabilities with quick and agile maneuvering. The frame is equipped with two, three-position flip chips. The rear flip chip, located on the rocker arm, lets riders adjust geometry and fine-tune the handling. And a new headset flip chip offers 10mm of reach adjustment to dial in position and fit. New, integrated frame storage inside the down tube makes it easy to carry tools, snacks and other essentials. Mounts below the top tube offer an additional option for storage, and protection on the down tube prevents damage from trail debris and transportation.
1 ALUXX SL ALUMINUM
This high-performance, state-of-the-art aluminum material is made predominantly from 6011 alloy and delivers best-in-class strength-to-weight ratios. The frameset features advanced welding technologies for a highperformance ride quality.
2 MAESTRO SUSPENSION
Four strategically positioned pivot points and two linkages all work together to create a single floating pivot for the most active, efficient and independent suspension system.
3 ADVANCED FORGED COMPOSITE
A high-pressure molding process is used to produce a complex shaped carbon-fiber upper rocker arm that is lighter, stiffer and stronger than an aluminum version.
4 ADJUSTABLE FRAME GEOMETRY
Flip chip adjustability lets you switch between two settings depending on the terrain you are riding. You can select a 63.2, 63.5 or 63.9-degree head angle and corresponding 75.6, 75.9 or 76.3-degree seat tube angle, resulting in a 30, 26 or 21mm bottom bracket drop (size medium).
5 REACH ADJUST
Three-position flip chip at the headset lets riders dial in cockpit dimensions and geometry. This modular system helps fine tune the bike’s handling and rider position using two positioning chips that can be removed and swapped to achieve a Short (-5mm), Mid (0mm) or Long (+5mm) reach.
6 MIXED WHEEL SETUP
A 29-inch front wheel provides speed, stability and front-end control on rough, technical trails. A 27.5-inch rear wheel adds agility and maneuverability to help riders rail corners, pop over features and show off their style.
7 FRAME STORAGE
New integrated frame storage inside the down tube makes it easy to carry tools, snacks and other essentials. Mounts below the top tube offer an additional option for storage.
8 POWERCORE
A massively oversized bottom bracket area features a fully integrated, 92mm wide design. Asymmetric chainstays provide additional stiffness on the driveside and increased stability on the non-driveside.
9 INTEGRATED FRAME PROTECTION
The driveside chainstay and down tube feature more robust protection against rocks and debris compared to the previous generation.
10 BOOST TECHNOLOGY
Wider hub spacing (110mm front/148mm rear) results in stiffer wheels for added control plus more tire clearance and an improved chainline for optimal drivetrain performance.
11 GIANT TUBELESS SYSTEM
Integrated Tubeless WheelSystem and tires deliver improved efficiency, comfort and control in the most user-friendly and reliable system.
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TECHNOLOGY
TRANCE X SX
From loam to chunder, alpine peaks to desert rock, this trail slayer has a 29-inch front wheel and 27.5-inch rear for the ultimate combo of quickness and control. With 145mm of rear suspension, a beefy 160mm fork, and adjustable geometry, it’s ready to let loose on black diamond descents.
KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS
UPDATED SUSPENSION
This “SX” series features all-new Maestro rear suspension with added travel (145mm) for technical singletrack and rugged descents. The trunnion mount shock and Advanced Forged Composite rocker arm combine for a longer stroke that has a smooth, active feel, plus greater stiffness in the chassis for precision control. The rear suspension is paired with a longer travel 160mm fork, giving riders superior confidence and control on the descents.
ADJUSTABLE TRAIL GEOMETRY
A three-position Maestro flip chip lets riders dial in frame geometry to suit their riding style and terrain. The high setting adds more ground clearance, a good option for tight, technical terrain. In the low setting, the head tube gets slacker and the bottom bracket drops, ideal for confident handling at higher speeds. The middle position is neutral. In addition, a new headset flip chip adjusts reach so you can easily achieve your preferred positioning.
REAR WHEEL OPTIONS
A 29-inch front wheel provides speed, stability and front-end control on rough, technical trails. A 27.5-inch rear wheel adds agility and maneuverability to help riders rail corners, pop over features and show off their style.
17 MOUNTAIN | PERFORMANCE | TRAIL FRAME GEOMETRY (UNITS IN MM UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED) TECHNOLOGIES FRAME S-LOW S-MID S-HIGH M-LOW M-MID M-HIGH L-LOW L-MID L-HIGH XL-LOW XL-MID XL-HIGH Seat tube length 400 400 400 425 425 425 450 450 450 475 475 475 Seatpost insertion 280.0 280.0 280.0 305.0 305.0 305.0 330.0 330.0 330.0 355.0 355.0 355.0 Seat tube angle (degrees) 75.5 75.9 76.3 75.6 75.9 76.3 75.6 76.0 76.3 75.7 76.0 76.3 Top tube length 574 573 572 605 604 603 627 626 625 660 659 658 Head tube length 100 100 100 105 105 105 115 115 115 125 125 125 Head tube angle (degrees) 63.1 63.5 63.9 63.2 63.5 63.9 63.2 63.6 63.9 63.3 63.6 63.9 Fork rake 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 44 Trail 144 141 138 144 141 138 143 141 138 143 140 138 Wheelbase 1194 1193 1193 1226 1225 1225 1250 1250 1249 1285 1284 1283 Chain stay length 440 439 438 440 439 438 440 439 438 440 439 438 Bottom bracket drop 30 25 21 30 26 21 30 26 21 31 26 21 Stack 626 623 621 631 628 625 640 638 635 650 647 644 Reach 413 417 421 443 447 451 463 467 471 494 497 501 Stand over height 725 729 734 739 743 748 762 760 765 773 778 782 Handlebar width 0 800 0 0 800 0 0 800 0 0 800 0 Stem length 40 40 40 40 40 40 50 50 50 50 50 50 Crank length 165.0 165.0 165.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 170.0 Wheel size (front) 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" 29" Wheel size (rear) 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" Trance X SX
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