The Marlin 5 is a trail-capable daily rider, ideal for everyday adventures both on and off the trail. It boasts a trail-ready frame with a suspension fork, Shimano CUES 9-speed gears, and mounts for both a rack and kickstand, making it a perfect selection for trail enthusiasts or those in search of a comfortable, stable commuter bike with the durability of a genuine mountain bike.
It's right for you if...
You're new to the trail and you're looking for a real mountain bike that doubles as a commuter and you want it all at exceptional value.
The tech you get
A lightweight aluminium frame with internal routing to protect your cables and add to the bike's sleek look, an upgraded 9-speed Shimano CUES drivetrain, a wide range of gearing so you always have the right gear for your terrain, powerful hydraulic disc brakes and a terrain-smoothing suspension fork with a lockout.
The final word
The Marlin 5 is a great ride for all your adventures. It's also versatile and a popular ride on college campuses because the rack and kickstand mounts make it easy to accessorise and haul a load.
| *Frame | Size:XS Alpha Silver Aluminium, curved top tube, internal derailleur and dropper post routing, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5 mm ThruSkew |
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| Size:S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Alpha Silver Aluminium, internal derailleur and dropper post routing, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5 mm ThruSkew | |
| *Fork | Size:XS SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 42 mm offset for 27.5" wheel, 100 mm QR, 80 mm travel |
| Size:S SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 42 mm offset for 27.5" wheel, 100 mm QR, 100 mm travel | |
| Size:M , ML , L , XL , XXL SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 46 mm offset for 29" wheel, 100 mm QR, 100 mm travel | |
| Max compatible fork travel | 120mm, XXS: 80mm |
| Hub front | Formula DC-20, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100 mm QR |
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| Hub rear | Formula DC-22, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5 mm QR |
| Skewer rear | |
| Rim | Bontrager Connection, double-wall, 32-hole, 20 mm width, Schrader valve |
| Spokes | 14 g stainless steel, black |
| *Tyre | Size:? XS , S |
| Size:? M , ML , L , XL , XXL | |
| Max tyre size | Frame: 29x2.40" (XXS: 26x2.40", XS & S: 27.5x2.40"), Fork: See manufacturer |
| Shifter | Shimano U4000, 9-speed |
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| Rear derailleur | Shimano CUES U4000 |
| *Crank | Size:XS Prowheel C10Y-NW, 30T steel narrow-wide ring, 160 mm length |
| Size:S , M , ML Prowheel C10Y-NW, 30T steel narrow-wide ring, 170 mm length | |
| Size:L , XL , XXL Prowheel C10Y-NW, 30T steel narrow-wide ring, 175 mm length | |
| Cassette | Shimano LINKGLIDE LG300, 11-46, 9-speed |
| Chain | Shimano LG500 |
| Pedal | |
| Max. chainring size | 1x: 34T, 2x: 36/22 |
| *Seatpost | Size:XS , S , M Bontrager alloy, 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset, 330 mm length |
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| Size:ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager alloy, 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset, 400 mm length | |
| *Handlebar | Size:XS Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 5 mm rise, 690 mm width |
| Size:S Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 720 mm width | |
| Size:M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 750 mm width | |
| Grips | |
| *Stem | Size:XS , S Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, 7-degree, 35 mm length |
| Size:M , ML , L | |
| Size:XL | |
| Size:XXL Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 70 mm length | |
| Head set | Semi-integrated, 1-1/8" |
| Brake rotor | |
| *Brake Set | Size:XS , S |
| Size:M , ML , L , XL , XXL | |
| Rotor size | Max brake rotor sizes - Frame: 180mm (XXS: 160mm), Fork: see fork manufacturer |
| Weight | M - 15.10 kg / 33.29 lbs (with tubes) |
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| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb). |
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Bike and frame weights are based on pre-production painted frames at time of publication. Weights may vary in final production.
Sizing
| Size | Rider Height | Inseam |
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| 2XS | 135 - 145 cm 4'5" - 4'9" | 64 - 68 cm 25" - 27" |
| XS | 145 - 155 cm 4'9" - 5'1" | 69 - 73 cm 27" - 29" |
| S | 155 - 165 cm 5'1" - 5'5" | 74 - 78 cm 29" - 31" |
| M | 165 - 176 cm 5'5" - 5'9" | 79 - 83 cm 31" - 33" |
| ML | 173 - 180 cm 5'8" - 5'11" | 81 - 86 cm 32" - 34" |
| L | 177 - 188 cm 5'10" - 6'2" | 84 - 89 cm 33" - 35" |
| XL | 188 - 195 cm 6'2" - 6'5" | 89 - 91 cm 35" - 36" |
| 2XL | 195 - 203 cm 6'5" - 6'8" | 91 - 97 cm 36" - 38" |
