- Frame
- 7005 double butted aluminum
- Groupset
- Commuter Mix
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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2006 Marin Larkspur is City & Commuter; 2008 Marin Larkspur is Road.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2006 Marin Larkspur and 2008 Marin Larkspur.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×35; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×35; 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.
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Specification
2006 Marin Larkspur
2008 Marin Larkspur
Overview
Model Year
2006
2008
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Larkspur
Larkspur
Bicycle Type
City/commuter
Road/sport
Original MSRP
$389.99
$450.00
Colors
Brushed Polish Gloss Silver
Matte Brushed Silver, Gloss Navy
Sizes
13.5, 15.5, 17.5, 19, 20.5, 13W, 15W, 17W
15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 double butted aluminum
6061 aluminum
Fork
Marin
Cromoly Rigid
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Cromo Blades and Steerer, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Commuter Mix
Shimano mix
Shifters
Shimano Alivio EZ-FIRE Plus
Shimano EF-50 EZ Fire Integrated
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-C100
Shimano C-100
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Shimano Acera
Crankset
Suntour CR-410, 28/38/48 teeth
Suntour NCX410, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Sealed cartridge
Cassette
—
Shimano HG30
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-IG31
Shimano HG40
Pedals
Composite
Composite
Brakes
Brakes
Aluminum linear-pull brakes, Shimano Alivio EZ-FIRE Plus levers
Forged Alloy Linear Pull brakes, Shimano EF-50 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST
1 1/8" FSA TH-888
Handlebar
Aluminum
Double Butted 6061 Alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Aluminum adjustable
Alloy Adjustable
Saddle
WTB Comfort V
WTB Comfort V
Seatpost
Aluminum suspension
Suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Aluminum
Alloy Double Sealed
Rims
Alex TA-19, 36-hole
Alex TA-20, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
WTB stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
700 x 35C Kenda Kwest
700 x 35c Kenda Kwest
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.