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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2007 Marin Hearts Desire and 2006 Marin Hearts Desire.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Ratio2.33:1
Estimated speed at 90 RPMGear
Uses front tire 26×2.125; rear size isn’t listed.
Ratio2.33:1
Estimated speed at 90 RPMGear
Uses front tire 26×2.125; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2007 Marin Hearts Desire
2006 Marin Hearts Desire
Overview
Model Year
2007
2006
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Hearts Desire
Hearts Desire
Bicycle Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Original MSRP
$269.00
$249.99
Colors
Gloss Pearl
Gloss Midnight Blue
Sizes
Women's 15"
15W
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 Aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
Cromoly Rigid
Marin
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Cruiser Mix
—
Crankset
Alloy Cruiser, 42 teeth
Aluminum, 42 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Semi-Cartridge
Semi-sealed
Rear Cogs
1-speed, 18 teeth
1-speed, 18 teeth
Chain
Kmc
Kmc
Pedals
Composite
Composite
Brakes
Brakes
Coaster
Coaster brake rear
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1" threaded Double Sealed
1" threaded double sealed
Handlebar
Alloy Long Horn
Long Horn aluminum
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Alloy
Aluminum
Saddle
Lounge Chair Comfort
Lounge Chair Comfort
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Aluminum micro-adjust
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Alloy Sealed, Rear: Coaster Brake, 36 Hole
Front: aluminum, Rear: coaster brake
Rims
Alloy, 36-hole
Aluminum
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
—
Front Tire
26 x 2.125" Kenda Flame
26 x 2.125" Kenda Flame
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.