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
*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 |
| Max compatible fork travel |
100mm (XS & S: 490mm axle-to-crown, M & up: 509mm axle-to-crown) |
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''
|
| Max tire size |
Frame: 29x2.20" (XS & S: 27.5x2.4") Fork: See manufacturer |
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 |
Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc |
Weight
| Weight |
M - 14.11 kg / 31.11 lbs |
| 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.
145.0 - 154.6 cm
4'9.1" - 5'0.9"
68.58 - 73.41 cm
27.0" - 28.9"
155.0 - 164.75 cm
5'1.0" - 5'4.9"
73.66 - 78.49 cm
29.0" - 30.9"
165.0 - 172.5 cm
5'5.0" - 5'7.9"
78.74 - 81.03 cm
31.0" - 31.9"
172.75 - 180.0 cm
5'8.0" - 5'10.9"
81.28 - 86.11 cm
32.0" - 33.9"
180.25 - 187.75 cm
5'11.0" - 6'1.9"
86.36 - 88.65 cm
34.0" - 34.9"
188.0 - 195.25 cm
6'2.0" - 6'4.9"
88.9 - 91.19 cm
35.0" - 35.9"
195.5 - 203.25 cm
6'5.0" - 6'8.0"
91.44 - 96.52 cm
36.0" - 38.0"
All measurements provided in cm unless otherwise noted.
| 13.5 |
XS |
27.5" |
34.3 |
73.5° |
73.5° |
9.0 |
69.3° |
54.4 |
29.2 |
5.8 |
43.8 |
4.2 |
8.8 |
104.9 |
65.8 |
37.6 |
56.5 |
| 15.5 |
S |
27.5" |
36.8 |
73.5° |
73.5° |
9.0 |
69.3° |
55.5 |
30.2 |
4.8 |
43.8 |
4.2 |
8.8 |
106.6 |
68.6 |
38.5 |
57.4 |
| 17.5 |
M |
29" |
41.9 |
71.9° |
73.0° |
9.0 |
69.5° |
60.2 |
31 |
5.8 |
43.8 |
4.2 |
9.3 |
110.0 |
74.8 |
41.8 |
60.2 |
| 18.5 |
ML |
29" |
44.4 |
71.9° |
73.0° |
9.0 |
69.5° |
61.8 |
31 |
5.8 |
43.8 |
4.2 |
9.3 |
111.6 |
75.8 |
43.4 |
60.2 |
| 19.5 |
L |
29" |
47.0 |
71.9° |
73.0° |
10.0 |
69.5° |
63.8 |
31 |
5.8 |
43.8 |
4.2 |
9.3 |
113.7 |
75.7 |
45.1 |
61.1 |
| 21.5 |
XL |
29" |
52.1 |
71.9° |
73.0° |
12.0 |
69.5° |
65.9 |
31 |
5.8 |
43.8 |
4.2 |
9.3 |
115.9 |
76.9 |
46.6 |
63.0 |
| 23.0 |
XXL |
29" |
55.9 |
71.9° |
73.0° |
12.0 |
69.5° |
67.3 |
31.1 |
5.8 |
43.8 |
4.2 |
9.3 |
117.3 |
80.4 |
48.0 |
63.0 |
