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Marin Rift Zone  XR 27.5
Marin Rift Zone  XR 27.5
Marin Rift Zone  XR 27.5
Marin Rift Zone  XR 27.5
Marin Rift Zone  XR 27.5

Product Description

Now fitted with Tailored Ride Wrap protection 

ALL AROUND TRAIL ENJOYMENT

HAVING FUN

The Rift Zone 27.5 is our most playful trail bike, made for the rider that catches a bit of air off of every root in the trail, is always looking for an alternate line, and ends every ride with a smile. This is an all-around suspension bike with trail performance far out stretching the asking price.

Key upgrades from Rift Zone 27.5 2:

  • Marzocchi Bomber/Fox Float DPS suspension
  • Shimano SLX drivetrain
  • Shimano M420 4-piston brakes

Specifications

  • Frame

    All New Series 3 6061 Aluminum Frame, 27.5” Wheels, 130mm Travel, MultiTrac Suspension Platform, 148x12mm Boost Thru-Axle, 73mm Threaded BB w/ ISCG05 Tabs

  • Front Suspension

    Marzocchi Bomber Z1 27.5", Rail Damper with Sweep Adjustment, 140mm Travel, Kabolt Bolt-On Axle, 37mm Offset

  • Rear Suspension

    Fox Float X, Performance Series, EVOL Air Spring, Climb Switch, Rebound Adjustment, Custom Tune, 210x50mm, M8x30mm Top, M8x25mm Bottom

  • Rims

    Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29mm Inner, Sleeved Joint, Disc Specific, 32H, Tubeless Compatible

  • Hub, Rear

    Shimano HB-MT410B, 148x12mm, Centerlock, Microspline Freehub Body

  • Hub, Front

    Shimano HF-MT410B, 110x15mm, Centerlock

  • Spoke, Nipples

    14g Black Stainless Steel

  • Tires

    Maxxis Assegai, 27.5x2.5", MAXX TERRA, EXO, Tubeless Compatible

  • Derailleur, Rear

    Shimano XT, 12-Speed, SGS

  • Derailleur, Front

    -

  • Shift Lever

    Shimano Deore, 12-Speed, SL-7100R, I-Spec EV

  • Crankset

    FSA Grid, Modular 1x, 32T Direct Mount Chainring, MegaTooth Technology, Boost Spacing

  • Bottom Bracket

    Mego EXO 73mm BSA

  • Chain

    KMC X-12 Silver and Black

  • Cassette

    Shimano, SLX 12-Speed, 10-51T

  • Brake, Front

    Shimano BR-MT420, 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc Brake, Metallic Pads, 203mm Rotor

  • Brake, Rear

    Shimano BR-MT420, 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc Brake, Metallic Pads 180mm Rotor

  • Brake Levers

    Shimano BL-M4100 Hydraulic Lever, I-Spec EV Compatible

  • Handlebar

    Marin Mini-Riser, 6061 Double Butted Aluminum, 780mm Width, 28mm Rise, 5º Up, 9º Back

  • Stem

    Marin 3D Forged Alloy, 35mm

  • Grips

    Marin Grizzly Lock On

  • Headset

    FSA No 57, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2”

  • Seatpost

    TranzX, YSP23JL, 1x Remote, Size S 125mm Travel, Size M and L 150mm Travel, Size XL 175mm Travel, 30.9mm

  • Saddle

    Marin Speed Concept

  • Pedals

    -

  • Extras

    Bolt-On Thru-Axle

Specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice.

Geometry

Rift Zone 27.5" XR geometry diagram
XS S M L XL
Stack 600.7 605.2 609.8 601.9 614.3
Reach 430 450 470 485 500
Headtube Angle 65.5° 65.5° 65.5° 65.5° 66.5°
Headtube Length 120 125 130 135 130
Seattube Angle 77° 77° 77° 77° 74.1°
Seattube Length 390 400 425 430 515
Toptube Effective 568.7 589.7 610.8 641.8 651.9
BB Height 339 339 339 339 338.5
BB Drop 20 20 20 20 18
Chainstay 430 430 430 430 430
Wheelbase 1164.8 1186.9 1208.9 1241 1214.3
Standover Height 677.8 687.8 682.3 687.8 768
Fork Offset 37 37 37 37 42
Seatpost Diameter 30.9 30.9 30.9 30.9 30.9
Handlebar Width 780 780 780 780 780
Stem Length 35 35 35 35 35
Crank Length 170 170 170 170 175

All lengths in millimeters

Technology

Profile image of the Rift Zone 27.5 3 on a gravel driveway

SERIES 3 ALUMINUM FRAME + 27.5” WHEELS

The Rift Zone 27.5 has a Series 3 6061 butted and hydroformed aluminum frame with 120mm travel MultiTrac suspension technology and playful 27.5” wheels. 27.5” wheels fit most riders better and create a lightweight and responsive bike, the most playful trail bike in the line.

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Detail image of the Rift Zone 27.5 upper suspension links

MULTITRAC SUSPENSION TECHNOLOGY

MultiTrac is an acclaimed suspension system, fine-tuned to have a balanced ride capable of absorbing big hits with an efficient pedaling platform. The rocker link provides a progressive leverage ratio for the rear shock for small bump sensitivity and the feeling of a long travel system on large drops and rocks.

Marin Rift Zone 27.5" head tube.

MODERN TRAIL GEO AND 27.5” WHEELS

Trail geometry with short chainstays, low bottom bracket, long top tube, and a slack head angle combined with lightweight and responsive 27.5” wheels make for a playful and quick handling bike.

Detail image of the Rift Zone 27.5 dropper post routing from the downtube to the seattube

INTERNAL ROUTING

Rift Zone 27.5 models are compatible with internally routed dropper posts, with internal rear derailleur routing for a clean look and snag free ride.

Detail image of the rear dropout as used on the Rift Zone 27.5 2 and Rift Zone 27.5 3 models, with 148 x 12mm spacing

148X12MM THRU-AXLE

Boost front spacing is paired with a 148x12mm Boost rear thru-axle on the Rift Zone 27.5 3 and Rift Zone 27.5 2 for frame and wheel strength, and future wheel upgrade compatibility.

Detail image of the Rift Zone 27.5 1 rear dropout, with the upgradeable 141x9mm axle

CLOSED 9-12 AXLE

The Rift Zone 27.5 1 is spec’d with a 141x9mm axle that is upgradable to a Boost 148x12mm standard, allowing for more options if you decide to take your bike to the next level.

Rift Zone SRAM UDH detail.

NEW CHAINSTAY/SEATSTAY PROTECTORS & UDH ON ALLOY MODELS

2023 Rift Zone Alloy models have enhanced chainstay and seat stay protectors for a quiet ride, and utilize SRAM's Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) to help future-proof the frame.

Suspension Setup

REAR SHOCK SET UP

Recommended Sag = 30%/15mm

Step 1: Set correct pressure in rear shock.

Step 2: Sit on the bike and cycle the suspension (*with correct riding gear).

Step 3: Reset O-ring and sit on the bike, DO NOT BOUNCE, carefully step off.

Step 4: Measure sag (from o-ring to seal of shock), If it does not match the bike’s recommended sag in millimeters repeat process.

Step 5: Adjust rebound setting to ensure proper control.

FORK SET UP

Marin recommends that all bikes front and rear suspension feel balanced

Step 1: After rear sag is set follow the recommended pressure from the fork manufacture.

Step 2: Bounce evenly up and down on the bike, cycling the suspension up and down to make sure both front and rear suspension feel balanced, if the front does not match the rear add or release pressure.

Step 3: Once the bike feels balanced adjust the rebound damping to ensure proper control.

Fox Float X

Rider weight and shock setup
LBS KG PSI
120 54 140
130 59 145
140 64 150
150 68 155
160 73 166
170 77 177
180 82 190
190 86 201
200 91 212
210 95 224
220 100 237
230 104 250
240 109 263
250 113 277
260 118 292
270 122 307

Delivery & Returns

Delivery is free for all orders over £40. Otherwise, delivery is depending on the items you plan to purchase. Once your product has shipped, it usually takes 2 to 3 business days in UK, 3 to 8 in Europe. 5 to 15 for the rest of the world. 

You can return your product up to 14 days after receiving your order. Please make sure that the products are not used or damaged.

Marin Rift Zone XR 27.5" - 2023 RRP- £3095

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