Giant Trance X Models
Giant Trance X — Trail Mountain Bikes for Technical All-Mountain Riding
The Giant Trance X is a trail-focused full suspension mountain bike with Maestro suspension delivering 140mm of rear travel and geometry tuned for Scotland's demanding singletrack.
The Trance X range covers trail and all-mountain riding with 140mm of Maestro rear suspension and a 150mm fork — a combination that handles technical descending while remaining efficient on climbs. The alloy Trance X 1 and 2 use ALUXX SL aluminium, while the Trance X Advanced 1 steps up to an Advanced-grade composite frame with Advanced Forged Composite rocker arm. Sprockets Cycles in Kilmarnock stocks the full Trance X range, with staff who ride these trails regularly.
Giant Trance X 1
ALUXX SL aluminium trail bike with Maestro suspension, 140mm rear travel, and 150mm fork for confident all-mountain riding.
Giant Trance X Advanced 1
Carbon Trance X with Advanced-grade composite Maestro frame, Fox suspension package, and Advanced Forged Composite rocker arm.
Collection Highlights
- Maestro suspension: Giant's four-bar linkage system delivers 140mm of active rear travel — anti-bob under pedalling, active under trail load.
- 150mm suspension fork: Fox or Giant fork depending on model, providing matched travel for confident descending on technical trail terrain.
- 29-inch wheels: large-diameter wheels roll over trail obstacles more efficiently and maintain speed on Scotland's rocky singletrack.
- Adjustable geometry: flip chip or geometry tokens (model-specific) allow head angle adjustment for different trail conditions.
Maestro Suspension and Giant's Trail Geometry Philosophy
Giant builds the Trance X on its Maestro four-bar linkage suspension system, which uses a carefully positioned pivot to keep the rear wheel active over trail bumps while resisting bob under pedalling force. The Trance X Advanced 1 uses an Advanced-grade composite frameset produced in-house via Modified Monocoque Construction, with the rear rocker arm using Advanced Forged Composite for weight reduction.
The Maestro suspension is calibrated for 140mm of rear travel — a sweet spot for trail riding that provides descending capability without the pedalling penalty of longer-travel enduro bikes. The Fox Float X Performance Elite shock on the Trance X Advanced 1 (185/52.5mm) is custom-tuned for Giant, paired with the Fox 36 Performance Elite fork at 150mm. On alloy models, suspension specification is matched appropriately to the frame.
The Trance X 2, Trance X 1, and Trance X Advanced 1 are available at Sprockets Cycles, Kilmarnock. Our team ride Scottish trails and can advise on which Trance X model and geometry setup suits your local riding best.
Tyre choice significantly changes how the Trance X handles on Scottish trails — a front tyre with more aggression, such as a Maxxis Minion DHF, transforms descending confidence. Ask the Sprockets team for current tyre recommendations for local conditions.
FAQs
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What is the difference between the Giant Trance X 1, Trance X 2, and Trance X Advanced 1?
The Trance X 2 and Trance X 1 use ALUXX SL aluminium frames with matched suspension builds. The Trance X 1 has a stronger component specification — better fork, brakes, and drivetrain. The Trance X Advanced 1 uses an Advanced-grade composite frame with Advanced Forged Composite rear rocker arm and a Fox performance suspension package. All three share the same 140mm rear travel and 150mm fork platform. -
How much suspension travel does the Giant Trance X have?
The Trance X range uses 140mm of Maestro rear suspension with a 150mm front fork. This combination is designed for trail and all-mountain riding rather than full enduro — efficient enough to pedal, capable enough to descend. -
Is the Giant Trance X suitable for Scottish trail centres?
Yes. The Trance X geometry and Maestro suspension are well-suited to UK and Scottish trail centres — the 140mm rear travel handles the descents at centres like Glentress and Ae Forest, while the pedalling efficiency means you're not wasting energy on the climbs. -
Where can I test ride the Giant Trance X?
Sprockets Cycles on Ayr Road, Kilmarnock stocks the full Trance X range. Call us on 01563 526800 or visit in store to arrange a test ride and discuss trail setup.