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Kestrel
Kestrel Talon SL Frameset 48cm
−75%
Outdoors · R&A Cycles

Build your dream gravel rig from this Kestrel frameset

Kestrel Talon SL Frameset 48cm

A Kestrel Talon SL frameset in 48cm from R&A Cycles — the starting point for riders who'd rather spec their own build than buy off the rack.

Deal score 10.0 · Unreal
$550.00$2,199.00 R&A Cycles's regular price

You save $1,649.00 at R&A Cycles

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Why it's a great deal

  • R&A Cycles lists its regular price at $2,199.00: 75% off by its own figures
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Price facts

  • This deal was $550.00 at R&A Cycles on Nov 10.

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Specs

Frame Material
800k Carbon Fiber
Fork
Kestrel EMS Carbon
Seatpost
27.2mm Required or Special Kestrel Aero
Front Derailleur Type
Braze-On Required
Bottom Bracket Type
68mm - English Thread Required

About the Kestrel Talon SL Frameset 48cm

The Talon SL is Kestrel's 800k carbon frameset, a road and triathlon platform sold as frame, fork and headset hardware only. It is a do-it-all aero-leaning frame: the seat tube and fork are shaped for wind-cheating, and the geometry is stable rather than twitchy. Buyers choose it to build a fast road bike or a clip-on tri rig from their own parts. Against carbon framesets from bigger brands it offers a less common frame at a lower build cost, but it is older in design and uses standard threaded and braze-on fittings rather than the latest integrated standards.

Best forHome builders assembling a road or tri bike from spare partsTriathletes who want one frame for training and race dayRiders on a budget who want carbon without a full new bikeCyclists comfortable with English-threaded bottom brackets and mechanical or old
Pros
  • 800k carbon frame and matching EMS carbon fork included
  • Aero-shaped tubes and fork suit road and triathlon use
  • Standard 68mm English-threaded bottom bracket is easy to service
  • Braze-on front derailleur and 27.2mm seatpost keep parts sourcing simple

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    Stable geometry works for long rides and clip-on aerobars
    Cons
    • Frameset only: no wheels, groupset, bars or saddle
    • Older design with no integrated cockpit or proprietary aero seatpost as standard
    • 1 1/8" headset and quick-release-era standards limit modern fork and wheel swaps
    • Kestrel's small dealer network makes warranty support harder than big brands

    What reviewers say

    Owners of the Talon line describe a stiff, comfortable carbon ride that handles triathlon and road duty well, and many praise the value of building one up. Complaints center on the dated standards and on frame weight being higher than newer aero frames.

    What people mention
    • Ride qualityPraisedOwners say the carbon frame soaks up road buzz and stays comfortable on long rides.
    • StiffnessPraisedRiders report a stiff front end and bottom bracket that feel solid when sprinting.
    • WeightCriticisedSome owners find the frame heavier than newer aero carbon rivals.
    • StandardsCriticisedThe 1 1/8-inch headset and threaded bottom bracket are seen as dated by builders wanting modern parts.
    • VersatilityPraisedBuyers like that it works for both road builds and triathlon setups with clip-on bars.

    Questions and answers

    What comes in the box?
    The frameset includes the 800k carbon frame, the Kestrel EMS carbon fork and headset hardware. Wheels, groupset, bars, stem, saddle and seatpost are not included.
    What bottom bracket and seatpost does it need?
    It takes a 68mm English-threaded bottom bracket and a 27.2mm seatpost, or Kestrel's own aero seatpost. The front derailleur mounts braze-on.
    Can I build it as a triathlon bike?
    Yes. The aero tube shapes and stable geometry suit clip-on aerobars, and many owners use the Talon for triathlon. You supply the bars and components.
    Is it worth it over a newer carbon frameset?
    It is a solid, comfortable carbon platform at a lower build cost, but newer frames are lighter and use current standards. Choose it if standard threaded and 27.2mm parts suit your build.
    What headset size does it use?
    It requires a 1 1/8-inch headset. Check that your fork and stem match that steerer standard before building.