Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1999 Marin B-17 · 2004 Marin B-17
| 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 |
| Archive ID | 81306 | 31253 |
| Original MSRP | $1,528.00 | $599.99 |
| Colors | White | Brush Matte Bronze |
| Sizes | 13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19" | Large, medium, small |
| 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 | N/A |
| 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 |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.