Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report2003 Marin Novato · 2005 Marin Novato
| Specification | 2003 Marin Novato | 2005 Marin Novato |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 2003 | 2005 |
| Brand | Marin | Marin |
| Model | Novato | Novato |
| Bicycle type | Comfort/commuter | City/commuter |
| Archive ID | 39257 | 93449 |
| Original MSRP | $599.99 | — |
| Colors | Polished | Matte Gunmetal |
| Sizes | 13", 15", 17", 18.5", 20" | 13", 15", 17", 18.5", 20" |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | 7005 aluminum | 7000 aluminum |
| Fork | EVO | Marin |
| Fork material | Aluminum, unicrown crown | Aluminum, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Comfort Mix | Hybrid Mix |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore | Shimano Deore |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore | Shimano Nexave T401 |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore | Shimano Deore |
| Crankset | TruVativ Five D, 22/32/44 teeth | TruVativ Five-D, 28/38/48 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52 | TruVativ Power Spline |
| Rear cogs | 9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth | 9-speed, 12 - 26 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | BMX Platform | Aluminum platform |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Aluminum linear-pull brakes, aluminum linear-pull levers | Aluminum linear-pull brakes, aluminum levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp AL | 1 1/8" threadless WTB Comp ST |
| Handlebar | Aluminum, rise | Aluminum, 1" rise |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | Aluminum threadless | Aluminum |
| Saddle | WTB Rocket V Race | WTB Speed V |
| Seatpost | Aluminum micro-adjust | Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano Deore | Shimano disc |
| Rims | Alex TA-19, 32-hole | WTB Dual Duty, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge | WTB stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | — | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.50" WTB Slickosaurus | 26 x 1.40" Cheng Shin |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
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| Measurement | 2003 Marin Novato | 2005 Marin Novato |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | — |
| Head-tube angle | 70° | — |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° | — |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm | — |
| Wheelbase | 1057.4 mm | — |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.