Marlin 6 is a cross country mountain bike built to give you an efficient off-road ride with a suspension fork that locks out, and a simple 1x drivetrain. It's made for mountain biking, but it's also equipped with features like rack and kickstand mounts that make it a great choice for adventurous daily commutes.
You're testing the waters of off-road riding, and want a real mountain bike at a great value, with a wide range of gears to cover more ground on the road and trail.
A lightweight aluminum frame with internal routing to protect your cables and add to the bike's sleek look, powerful hydraulic disc brakes, and a simple 1x10 Shimano drivetrain that ditches the front derailleur for less clutter and easier operation. The wide-range cassette still gives you all the gears you need for big climbs and steep descents. Plus a suspension fork with a lever that lets you easily lock the suspension so you don't waste energy on smooth terrain.
Marlin 6 gives you upgrades you'll notice on every ride, like the smooth, simple shifting Shimano drivetrain. Extra-strong double-walled rims and powerful hydraulic disc brakes give you durability and stopping power for your most rugged adventures on the trail, in town, and everywhere in between.
- The 1x drivetrain gives you all the gears you need and none you don’t
- Smaller frame sizes (XXS, XS, and S) have short-reach brake levers that make it easier and more comfortable for riders with smaller hands to brake confidently
- Marlin models in XXS through S frame sizes have a curved top tube and a lower standover height that makes it easier for smaller riders to mount and dismount
- Rack and kickstand mounts make it easy to accessorize, so your mountain bike can double as a rugged commuter
- Like every model in the Marlin family, it's backed by Trek's lifetime warranty
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*spec applies to all sizes unless otherwise noted
Frameset
Frame |
Alpha Silver Aluminum, internal routing, chainstay disc brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm QR |
*Fork |
Size: XS SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 42mm offset for 27.5'' wheel, 100mm QR, 80mm travel |
Size: S SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 42mm offset for 27.5'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel |
Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 46mm offset for 29'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel |
Wheels
Hub front |
Formula DC-20, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100mm QR |
Hub rear |
Formula DC-22, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5mm QR |
Rim |
Bontrager Connection, double-wall, 32-hole, 20mm width, schrader valve |
Spokes |
14g stainless steel |
*Tire |
Size: XS , S Bontrager XR2 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 27.5x2.20'' |
Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager XR2 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 29x2.20'' |
Components
Saddle |
Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138mm width |
*Seatpost |
Size: XS , S , M Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length |
Size: ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 400mm length |
*Handlebar |
Size: XS Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 690mm width |
Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 720mm width |
Grips |
Bontrager XR Endurance Comp, lock-on |
*Stem |
Size: XS Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 50mm length |
Size: S Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length |
Size: M Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length |
Size: ML , L Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length |
Size: XL , XXL Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length |
Headset |
Semi-integrated, 1-1/8'' |
*Brake |
Size: XS , S Tektro HD-M276 hydraulic disc, short reach lever |
Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc |
Weight
Weight |
M - 31.11 lbs / 14.11 kg |
Weight limit |
This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg). |
The charts below show our recommended sizes based on height, but there are some other factors, like arm and leg length, that determine a great fit. That’s why you’ll see some overlap in our recommendations. Not every rider who’s 5´8˝, for example, will fit on the same size bike. The best way to find your perfect fit is to consult the experts at your local retailer.
