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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Marin Hearts Desire and 2011 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
2009 Marin Hearts Desire
2011 Marin Hearts Desire
Overview
Model Year
2009
2011
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Hearts Desire
Hearts Desire
Bicycle Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Original MSRP
$309.99
$329.99
Colors
Blue Sky
White/blue
Sizes
Womens 15.5"
15W
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Aluminum
Frame Material
6061 aluminum
6061 aluminum
Fork
—
Cromoly Rigid
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Steel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Cruiser Mix
Cruiser Mix
Crankset
Alloy Cruiser, 42 teeth
Alloy Cruiser, 42T teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Semi-Cartridge
Sealed Semi-Cartridge
Cassette
—
Cog
Rear Cogs
1-speed, 18 teeth
1-speed, 18 teeth
Chain
Kmc
Kmc
Pedals
Slipper/ Flip Flop compatible composite
Slipper/ Flip Flop compatible composite
Brakes
Brakes
Coaster brake rear
—
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1" double sealed
1" double sealed
Handlebar
Alloy Long Horn
Alloy Long Horn
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Alloy
Alloy
Saddle
Lounge Chair Comfort
Lounge Chair Comfort
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Alloy Sealed, Rear: Coaster Brake
Front: Alloy Sealed, Rear: coaster brake
Rims
Alloy, 36-hole
Alloy, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke Nipples
Brass
Brass
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.