Marlin 8 Gen 2

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$1,099.99 $1,629.99

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Marlin 8 is a race-worthy mountain bike that won’t break the bank. The smooth, lightweight RockShox fork, tubeless ready wheels, and wide-range 1x drivetrain make this model the best choice for new riders who want a fast cross country hardtail that will hold its own against our higher-end race bikes.

It's right for you if...

You want a race-ready mountain bike with upgrades on the parts that make a big difference in performance, like a lighter, higher quality suspension fork, wide-range 1x drivetrain, and tubeless ready wheels.

The tech you get

A light frame with internal cable routing, a smoother-feeling RockShox Judy Silver fork with a Solo Air spring and TurnKey hydraulic lockout, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, tubeless ready Bontrager Kovee wheels, and a simple 1x12 drivetrain that ditches the front derailleur for less clutter and easier operation. The wide-range 11-50 cassette gives you all the gears you need for clawing up climbs and blazing down descents.

The final word

The tubeless ready wheels, RockShox suspension, wide range of gearing, and quality parts make it an awesome choice for new mountain bikers who know they want a serious bike for their money. It’s fully capable of taking on big trail adventures and XC races.

Why you'll love it

  1. This is one of our most popular bikes for good reason. You get all the value, plus all the versatility—it's a totally race-worthy mountain bike, with rear rack mounts if you use it for commuting too
  2. The RockShox fork's Solo Air spring can easily be adjusted for a specific rider weight, and it's lighter than a coil spring
  3. Setting your wheels up tubeless reduces the overall weight of your bike and the chances you’ll get a flat
  4. The 1x drivetrain gives you all the gears you need and none you don’t
  5. 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

Will my bike have a curved top tube?

Smaller frames have a top tube that dips down as it approaches the seat tube. This design makes for a lower standover height, which is good for shorter riders because it allows them to straddle their bike more easily. Larger frame sizes have a straight top tube because taller riders with longer legs typically don’t have the same issues with standover height.

Fit for every rider

Marlin comes in seven frame sizes to suit riders of any height, and Smart Wheel Size ensures you’re on the fastest wheel that fits. The smallest sizes even come with short-reach brake levers and narrower handlebars that give smaller riders better comfort and control.

High tech, high value

Marlin looks and feels great. It’s packed with features usually found only on more expensive bikes, like a stylish frame with internal shift cable and brake hose routing, which can help your cables last longer by protecting them from the elements.

 

Frame Alpha Silver Aluminium, internal routing, chainstay disc-brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5 mm QR
*Fork Size: XXS , XS
RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 100 mm QR, 80 mm travel
Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL
RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 100 mm QR, 100 mm travel
Max compatible fork travel 100mm (XS & S: 490mm axle-to-crown, M & up: 509mm axle-to-crown)
Wheels
Hub front Formula DC-20 LW, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100mm QR
Hub rear Formula DC-22LW, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5 mm QR
Skewer rear 152x5mm QR
*Rim Size: XXS , XS , S
Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 23 mm width, Presta valve
Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve
Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 32-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve
*Tire Size: XXS
Maxxis Ardent, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 26x2.40"
Size: XS , S
Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 27.5x2.35"
Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 29x2.35"
Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 29x2.20"
Max tire size Frame: 29x2.20" (XS & S: 27.5x2.40"), Fork: See manufacturer
Drivetrain
Shifter SRAM SX Eagle, 12 speed
Rear derailleur SRAM SX Eagle
*Crank Size: XXS
SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring (49mm chainline), 155 mm length
Size: XS , S , M
SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring (49mm chainline), 170 mm length
Size: ML , L , XL , XXL
SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring (49mm chainline), 175 mm length
Bottom bracket Truvativ Powerspline, 73mm, threaded cartridge, 118mm spindle
Cassette SRAM PG-1210 Eagle, 11-50, 12 speed
Chain SRAM SX Eagle, 12 speed
Pedal VP-536 nylon platform
Max chainring size 1x/2x: 34T, 3x: 42T
Components
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: 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: XXS , 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 Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
*Stem Size: XXS
Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, 7 degree, 35mm length
Size: XXS , XS
Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 50mm length
Size: S
Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length
Size: M
Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length
Size: ML , L
Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length
Size: XL , XXL
Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length
Headset Semi-integrated, 1-1/8"
Brake Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc
*Brake rotor Size: XXS , XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Shimano RT26, 6-bolt,160 mm
Size: L , XL , XXL
Shimano RT26, 6-bolt,180 mm
Brake Set Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc
Weight
Weight M - 13.20 kg / 29.1 lbs (with tubes)
Weight limit This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg).