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2023

Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2

Trek Marlin 2023

Cross Country

Size / XS, XXS, SM, MD, MD/LG, LG, XL, XXL

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At a glance

The 2023 Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 is an Cross Country Aluminium / Alloy mountain bike. It sports 29" and 27.5" wheels, comes in a range of sizes, including XS, XXS, SM, MD, MD/LG, LG, XL, XXL, has SR Suntour suspension and a Shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Trek's Marlin range of mountain bikes.

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    Alpha Silver Aluminium, internal routing, chainstay disc-brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5 mm QR
  • Fork
    Size: XXS, SR Suntour XCM 30, coil spring, lockout, preload, 100 mm QR, 100 mm travel, 26"" wheel; 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
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Formula DC-22, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5 mm QR
  • Wheels
    Bontrager Connection, double-wall, 32-hole, 20 mm width, Schrader valve
  • Wheel Size
    29" 27.5"
  • Tires
    Size: XXS, Bontrager XR2 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 26x2.20""; 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"
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    KMC Z8.3, 8 speed
  • Crank
    Size: XXS, Prowheel TM-CY10, 36/22, 160 mm length; Size: XS, S, M, Shimano M315, 36/22, 170 mm length; Size: ML, L, XL, XXL, Shimano M315, 36/22, 175 mm length
  • Bottom Bracket
    Sealed cartridge, 73mm
  • Front Derailleur
    Shimano Altus M315, 34.9 mm clamp, top swing, dual pull
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano Altus M310
  • Shifters
    Shimano Altus M315, 8-speed
Components
  • Brakeset
    Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc, 180 mm rotor
  • Handlebar
    Size: XXS, XS, Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 5 mm rise, 690 mm width; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 5 mm rise, 720 mm width
  • Saddle
    Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138 mm width
  • Seatpost
    Size: XXS, Bontrager alloy, 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset, 300 mm length; Size: XS, S, M, Bontrager alloy, 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset, 330 mm length; Size: ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager alloy, 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset, 400 mm length
  • Stem
    Size: XXS, Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 35 mm length; Size: XS, Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 50 mm length; Size: S, Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 60 mm length; Size: M, Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 70 mm length; Size: ML, L, Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 80 mm length; Size: XL, XXL, Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 90 mm length

FAQ

Q: Where to buy a 2023 Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2?

The 2023 Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 may be purchased directly from Trek.

Q: What size wheels does the 2023 Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 have?

The 2023 Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 has 29" and 27.5" wheels.

Q: What size 2023 Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 should I get?

The 2023 Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 comes in sizes XS, XXS, SM, MD, MD/LG, LG, XL, XXL. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm) Rider Height (in) Frame Size
148cm - 158cm 4'10" - 5'2" XS
158cm - 168cm 5'2" - 5'6" S
168cm - 178cm 5'6" - 5' 10" M
178cm - 185cm 5'10" - 6'1" L
185cm - 193cm 6'1" - 6'4" XL
193cm - 198cm 6'4" - 6'6" XXL

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