Trek Marlin+ 8 Electric Mountain Bike
The Trek Marlin+ 8 electric mountain bike is ready to up your game on the trail. Its Bosch Active Line Plus motor gives you just the boost you need for getting up steep climbs and riding further, and doesn’t break the bank, and a 120 mm suspension fork keeps handling smooth through the rough stuff. Upgraded components, like wide tubeless-ready wheels and tyres and a 12-speed Shimano drivetrain make this a trail-savvy ride that’s ready to go anywhere.
Why you’ll love the Marlin+ 8
- Its AUTO mode adaptive motor support recognises speed reductions and adjusts assistance automatically
- The 120 mm suspension keeps your ride feeling smooth through bumps, roots and rough stuff
- The Marlin+ is easy to use with simple controls and intuitive support, so you can focus on the ride ahead, not complicated remotes
- Trail-savvy geometry keeps handling easy and confident from singletrack to city streets
- Tons of rack and mudguard mounts let you customise your ride for the trail or taking on daily commutes
It’s right for you if…
A boost of power is just what you’re after, but you don’t drain the bank account. You want plenty of gears for riding all kinds of trails, and the flat protection offered by wide 2.6 in tubeless-ready wheels and tyres.
The tech you get
An Alpha Gold Aluminium frame with real mountain bike geometry and an air-sprung 120 mm fork. A reliable Bosch Active Line Plus 50Nm drive system capable of assisting you to speeds of 25 km/h. A compact Purion 200 remote with built in full colour display and 400Wh Powertube battery. You get 12-speed Shimano Deore shifting, hydraulic disc brakes and wide, 2.6 in tubeless-ready tyres that boost grip and help prevent flats.
The final word
The Trek Marlin+ is the go-to for riders looking to dip their toes into the electric mountain bike world. Its trail-savvy frame gives you confident control, and a Bosch Active Line Plus motor offers enough power to take the burn out of long climbs.
| *Frame | Size: XS Alpha Gold Aluminium, curved top tube, tapered head tube, internal routing, rack, mudguard and kickstand mount, UDH, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
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| Size: S , M , L , XL Alpha Gold Aluminium, tapered head tube, internal routing, rack, mudguard and kickstand mount, UDH, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
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| *Fork | Size: XS RockShox Recon Silver RL, Solo Air, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 46 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 100 mm travel |
| Size: S RockShox Recon Silver RL, Solo Air, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 46 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 120 mm travel |
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| Size: M , L , XL RockShox Recon Silver RL, Solo Air, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 42 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 120 mm travel |
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| Max compatible fork travel | See service manual |
E-system
| Battery | Bosch CompactTube 400 Wh |
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| Charger | Bosch standard 2A, 230V, smart system |
| Computer | Bosch Purion 200 |
| Motor | Bosch Active Line Plus, 50 Nm |
Drivetrain
| Shifter | Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed |
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| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore M6100, long cage |
| Crank | FSA CK-220, 165 mm length |
| Chainring | FSA, 32T, steel |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed |
| Pedal | VP-536 nylon platform |
| Max. chainring size | 1x: 36T, min 32T |
Weight
| Weight | M – 21.49 kg / 47.38 lbs (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
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| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb). |
