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2002 Marin Larkspur · 2003 Marin Larkspur

Specification2002 Marin Larkspur2003 Marin Larkspur
Overview
Model year20022003
BrandMarinMarin
ModelLarkspurLarkspur
Bicycle typeCity/commuterCity/commuter
Archive ID3772839262
Original MSRP$349.99$349.99
ColorsBrushedBrushed
Sizes13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5", womens 15", womens 17"13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5", womens 15", womens 17"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame material7000 T6 aluminum, double-butted7000 aluminum, double-butted
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crownChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupHybrid MixHybrid Mix
ShiftersShimano AceraShimano Acera
Front derailleurShimano C100Shimano C100
Rear derailleurShimano AceraShimano Acera
CranksetSR Suntour CR400, 28/38/48 teethSR Suntour CR400, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketSealed cartridgeSealed cartridge
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResinResin
Brakes
BrakesAluminum linear-pull brakes, aluminum linear-pull leversAluminum linear-pull brakes, aluminum linear-pull levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" sealed mechanism1 1/8" threaded sealed mechanism
HandlebarAluminum, 1" riseAluminum, 1" rise
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemAluminum, forgedAluminum, forged
SaddleComfortComfort
SeatpostAluminum, suspension, 27.0mm diameterAluminum, suspension
Wheels & tires
HubsAluminum, Q/RAluminum, Q/R
RimsAluminum, 36-holeAlex TA-19, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gaugeStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front tire700 x 35c City700 x 35c City
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2002 Marin Larkspur2003 Marin Larkspur
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle73°73°
Chainstay / rear center439.4 mm439.4 mm
Wheelbase1057.3 mm1057.3 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 14, 2026.