2025 Marlin 6 Gen 3

Marlin 6 is the perfect ride for progressing your skills on the trails. Its updated slacker frame geometry makes it easier to control on descents while the upgraded suspension fork takes the edge off bumpy trails. Integrated rack and kickstand mounts make it easy to add accessories to this versatile steed.

*Frame	Size: XXS , XS Alpha Silver Aluminum, curved top tube, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm ThruSkew
*Frame	Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Alpha Silver Aluminum, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm ThruSkew
*Fork	Size: XXS RockShox Judy, coil spring, preload, TurnKey lockout, 42mm offset for 27.5'' wheel, 100mm QR, 80mm travel
	Size: XS , S RockShox Judy, coil spring, preload, TurnKey lockout, 42mm offset for 27.5'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel
	Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL RockShox Judy, coil spring, preload, TurnKey lockout, 46mm offset for 29'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel
Max compatible fork travel	120mm, XXS: 80mm

Hub front	Formula DC-20, alloy, 6-bolt, 100 mm ThruSkew
*Hub rear	Size: XXS , XS , S Formula DC-22, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5mm QR
*Hub rear	Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL Formula DC-22, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5 mm QR
Skewer rear	173x5mm QR
Rim	Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve
*Tire	Size: XXS Bontrager XT3 Elite, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, wire bead, 60 tpi, 26x2.35''
	Size: XS , S Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 27.5x2.35"
	Size: XS , S Maxxis IKON, 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 Maxxis IKON, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 29x2.35''
Max tire size	Frame: 29x2.40" (XXS: 26x2.40", XS & S: 27.5x2.40"), Fork: See manufacturer

Shifter	Shimano U6000, 10 speed
Rear derailleur	Shimano CUES U6000 GS
*Crank	Size: XXS , XS FSA Alpha Drive, 30T, 160mm length
	Size: S , M , ML FSA Alpha Drive, 30T, 170mm length
	Size: L , XL , XXL FSA Alpha Drive, 30T, 175mm length
Bottom bracket	FSA, 73 mm, threaded cartridge, 122.5 mm spindle
Cassette	Shimano CUES LG300, LINKGLIDE, 11-48, 10 speed
Chain	Shimano LG500
Pedal	VP-536 nylon platform
Max chainring size	1x: See FAQ, 2x: 36T, 3x: 42T

Saddle	Bontrager Verse Short, stainless steel rails
*Seatpost	Size: XXS Bontrager alloy, 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset, 300 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 Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 720mm width
	Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width
Grips	Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
*Stem	Size: XXS , XS , S Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, 7 degree, 35mm length
	Size: M , ML , L Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 50mm length
	Size: XL Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length
	Size: XXL Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length
Headset	Semi-integrated, 1-1/8"
Brake rotor	Tektro, 6-bolt, 160mm
*Brake Set	Size: XXS , XS , S Tektro HD-M276 hydraulic disc, short reach
*Brake Set	Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc
Rotor size	Max brake rotor sizes - Frame: 180mm (XXS: 160mm), Fork: see fork manufacturer

Weight	M - 14.50 kg / 31.97 lbs (with tubes)