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2005 Marin Larkspur · 2006 Marin Larkspur

Specification2005 Marin Larkspur2006 Marin Larkspur
Overview
Model year20052006
BrandMarinMarin
ModelLarkspurLarkspur
Bicycle typeCity/commuterCity/commuter
Archive ID9344294554
Original MSRP—$389.99
ColorsBrushed Polish Matte SilverBrushed Polish Gloss Silver
Sizes13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5", womens 15.5"13.5, 15.5, 17.5, 19, 20.5, 13W, 15W, 17W
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame material7000 aluminum7005 double butted aluminum
ForkMarinMarin
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crownChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock—N/A
Drivetrain
Component groupHybrid MixCommuter Mix
ShiftersShimano Altus EZ-FireShimano Alivio EZ-FIRE Plus
Front derailleurShimano FD-C100Shimano FD-C100
Rear derailleurShimano AceraShimano Acera
CranksetSuntour CR-410, 28/38/48 teethSuntour CR-410, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketSealed cartridgeSealed cartridge
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-IG31
PedalsComposite bodyComposite
Brakes
BrakesAluminum linear-pull brakes, Shimano Altus leversAluminum linear-pull brakes, Shimano Alivio EZ-FIRE Plus levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless WTB ST 11 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST
HandlebarAluminum, 1" riseAluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemAluminum adjustableAluminum adjustable
SaddleWTB Comfort VWTB Comfort V
SeatpostAluminum suspension, 27.2mm diameterAluminum suspension
Wheels & tires
HubsAluminum, Q/RAluminum
RimsAlex TA-19, 36-holeAlex TA-19, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gaugeStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples—
Front tire700 x 35c Kenda Kwest700 x 35C Kenda Kwest
Rear tire700 x 32c Kenda Kwest—
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 10, 2026.