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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 1999 Marin B-17 and 2004 Marin B-17.
- Data limitation
Only 2004 Marin B-17 has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
- Identity & price
2004 Marin B-17 had an original MSRP $928 lower than 1999 Marin B-17.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Lowest0.79:1Highest3.82:1Total range486%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.25; 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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
1999 Marin B-17
2004 Marin B-17
Overview
Model Year
1999
2004
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
B-17
B-17
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,528.00
$599.99
Colors
White
Brush Matte Bronze
Sizes
13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19"
S, M, L
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
6061 T6 aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
Answer Manitou X-Vert T, 4.0" travel
Marzocchi MZ Comp, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, double triple-clamp crown
Single
Rear Shock
Marin Coil-Over, 6.0" travel
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Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL
Shimano Alivio RapidFire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX top-swing
Shimano Alivio
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX SGS
Shimano Deore
Crankset
Marin Ovation
TruVativ Five D, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom Bracket
—
TruVativ ISIS cartridge
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain
1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano CN-IG31
Pedals
Victor VP-133DH clipless
BMX Platform
Brakes
Brakes
DiaTech Twin Cam 2 disc brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers
Forged Alloy 3 finger brakes, Hayes HMX-2 Mechanical Disc levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic
1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST
Handlebar
Aluminum, rise
DH riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Alloy Ahead
3D Forged 4 bolt threadless 7 degree rise
Saddle
WTB SSTX, chromoly rails
WTB Speed V
Seatpost
Marin Comp
Alloy micro-adjust
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
DiaTech disc
Shimano disc
Rims
Mavic X138, 32-hole
Alex TA-19 Disc, 32-hole
Spokes
DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
DT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
—
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" IRC Mythos XC
26 x 2.25" IRC Back Country
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.