Frame
The Marlin+ brings the same value, versatility and performance that made the analogue Marlin so popular. The geometry closely aligns with the current Marlin to provide a better trail experience while providing pedal assistance by Bosch, the most trusted name in electric assist systems.
The Marlin is a simplified package with mid-power support, a fixed battery and simplified controls for a get-on-it-and-ride experience.
Only the XS has a curved top tube.
Yes. Size XS fits two 444 ml bottles. Size S needs a 444 ml bottle on the seat tube but fits a larger bottle on the down tube. Sizes M-XL will fit two larger bottles.
The Marlin+ is subject to our limited lifetime warranty. See Bosch for warranty on Bosch drive systems.
E-System
The Marlin+ uses the new Bosch Active Line Plus with 50 Nm of torque, a new CompactTube 400 battery with an energy-dense (more power relative to size) 400 Wh of power and a Purion 200 display and remote that’s slim while still providing a large colour display.
Yes. In addition to the usual assist modes, the Active Line Plus system has an AUTO mode that recognises speed reductions and adjusts assistance accordingly for a very natural feel across all levels of assistance. It’s the simple, set-and-forget mode.
The bike comes with a 2A charger that takes ~2.8 hours to reach 50% charge and ~6 hours to reach 100% charge.
It is removable, but by a trained technician only. The battery should not be removed by the rider. Please see your local Trek retailer for replacement batteries.
The internal 400 Wh battery gets you 2-4 hours’ worth of range on-trail. Exact range depends on level of assist and rider weight.
No, but there is a Bosch PowerMore range extender for those who want to ride further.
The Bosch 250 Wh PowerMore battery extender works with the Marlin+ in sizes S and up. There is not enough frame clearance for PowerMore on smaller sizes. It will be available early 2024 through Trek in North America and through Bosch for the rest of the world. With the 2A charger included with the Marlin+, the PowerMore battery takes ~1.6 hours to reach 50% charge and ~3.7 hours to reach 100% charge.
The motor cover allows certified retailers and technicians access to motor plugs for adding lights or providing access to cable retention brackets for replacing cable housing or brakes without having to drop the motor. You won’t need to remove it.
No, it is not compatible with the Connect Module. There isn’t enough space inside the Marlin+ frame. However, GPS tracking has come a long way in a short amount of time and, as an alternative to the Bosch Connect Module, many customers find products like Apple AirTags to be a convenient anti-theft solution.
Yes.
Parts Compatibility
The stock fork travel is 120 mm on sizes SM-XL. The XS bike has a 100 mm fork. The max axle-to-race varies by size:
XS max axle-to-race is 504 mm (~roughly 110 mm travel fork for 27.5”)
S max axle-to-race is 524 mm (~roughly 130 mm travel fork for 27.5
M-XL max axle-to-race is 543 mm (~roughly 130 mm travel fork for 29”)
Sizes XS-S Marlin+ fit up to 27.5” x 2.6” tyres (27.5” x 2.4” tyres with mudguards)
Sizes M-XL Marlin+ fit up to 29 x 2.6” tyres (29 x 2.4” tyres with mudguards)
Yes, sizes XS and S come standard with 27.5” wheels while sizes M and up come with 29” wheels.
No, the Marlin+ was not designed to use mixed wheel sizes.
It is standard with a direct post mount 180 mm rear brake and adaptable to 203 mm. For the front brake mount and max rotor size, please see the fork manufacturer.
Rear hub spacing is 148x12 mm and has the Universal Derailleur Hanger mount (UDH) so it is compatible with SRAM T-Type components. For the front hub spacing, please see the fork manufacturer.
The Marlin+ has plenty of room for long dropper posts if you choose.
XS = 210 mm
SM = 240 mm
MD = 290 mm
LG = 320 mm
XL = 370 mm
Semi-integrated 1-1/8” to 1.5” taper.
31.6 mm
A 32-tooth chain ring is standard. Max chain ring is 36-tooth with 52 mm chain line.
No.
Yes. The frame uses Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) and is compatible with hangerless T-Type Transmission.
The Marlin+ has kickstand, mudguard and rack mounts to make it the ultimate everyday commuter. It can even use the same custom-made mudguard and rack as Powerfly FS. Please see the service manual for part numbers.
Yes, you can use a disc-compatible rack using traditional rack stays without a mudguard.
Yes, but they must be used together – you can’t mount one without the other.
The Marlin+ is not intended to accommodate a front light. There is not an extra hole in the frame for the wire. We recommend a rechargeable front light.
Shop front lightsIf someone wants to run a rear light attached to the rack there is an opening for a wire. It would be the same cable (Bosch PN EB12.120.00) as used on Powerfly, 1,400 mm.
Spec Details
The Marlin+ 6 does not come with TLR rims but the Marlin+ 8 comes complete with TLR rims, tyres, sealant, valves and strips.
The Bosch Active Line Plus uses a Mini ISIS crank spindle for Bosch Gen 3 motors.