Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report2005 Marin Novato · 2004 Marin Novato
| Specification | 2005 Marin Novato | 2004 Marin Novato |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 2005 | 2004 |
| Brand | Marin | Marin |
| Model | Novato | Novato |
| Bicycle type | City/commuter | Comfort/commuter |
| Archive ID | 93449 | 31337 |
| Original MSRP | — | $499.99 |
| Colors | Matte Gunmetal | Matte Black |
| Sizes | 13", 15", 17", 18.5", 20" | 13", 15", 17", 18.5", 20" |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | 7000 aluminum | 7005 aluminum |
| Fork | Marin | — |
| Fork material | Aluminum, unicrown crown | Chromoly, double butted |
| Rear shock | — | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Hybrid Mix | Comfort Mix |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore | Shimano Deore RapidFire |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Nexave T401 | Shimano Nexave T400 |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore | Shimano Deore |
| Crankset | TruVativ Five-D, 28/38/48 teeth | TruVativ Five D, 28/38/48 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | TruVativ Power Spline | TruVativ cartridge |
| Rear cogs | 9-speed, 12 - 26 teeth | 9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-HG53 |
| Pedals | Aluminum platform | BMX Platform |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Aluminum linear-pull brakes, aluminum levers | Aluminum linear-pull brakes, Pro 3 finger levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless WTB Comp ST | 1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST |
| Handlebar | Aluminum, 1" rise | Double Butted Alloy w/1" Rise |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | Aluminum | Cold Forged Threadless with 6 rise |
| Saddle | WTB Speed V | WTB Rocket V |
| Seatpost | Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter | Alloy micro-adjust |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano disc | Shimano Deore |
| Rims | WTB Dual Duty, 32-hole | Alex TA-19, 32-hole |
| Spokes | WTB stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge | DT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | — |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.40" Cheng Shin | 26 x 1.50" WTB Slickosaurus |
| 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 14, 2026.