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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2006 Marin Larkspur and 2005 Marin Larkspur.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2006 Marin Larkspur48/38/28T · 11–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.4 mphHighest gear31.8 mph

Uses front tire 700C×35; rear size isn’t listed.

2005 Marin Larkspur48/38/28T · 11–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.3 mphHighest gear31.6 mph

Rear tire: 700C×32.

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
2005 Marin Larkspur
Overview
Model Year
2006
2005
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Larkspur
Larkspur
Bicycle Type
City/commuter
City/commuter
Original MSRP
$389.99
Not documented
Colors
Brushed Polish Gloss Silver
Brushed Polish Matte Silver
Sizes
13.5, 15.5, 17.5, 19, 20.5, 13W, 15W, 17W
13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5", womens 15.5"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 double butted aluminum
7000 aluminum
Fork
Marin
Marin
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Commuter Mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
Shimano Alivio EZ-FIRE Plus
Shimano Altus EZ-Fire
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-C100
Shimano FD-C100
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Shimano Acera
Crankset
Suntour CR-410, 28/38/48 teeth
Suntour CR-410, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Sealed cartridge
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-IG31
Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Composite
Composite body
Brakes
Brakes
Aluminum linear-pull brakes, Shimano Alivio EZ-FIRE Plus levers
Aluminum linear-pull brakes, Shimano Altus levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST
1 1/8" threadless WTB ST 1
Handlebar
Aluminum
Aluminum, 1" rise
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Aluminum adjustable
Aluminum adjustable
Saddle
WTB Comfort V
WTB Comfort V
Seatpost
Aluminum suspension
Aluminum suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Aluminum
Aluminum, Q/R
Rims
Alex TA-19, 36-hole
Alex TA-19, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
—
Brass nipples
Front Tire
700 x 35C Kenda Kwest
700 x 35c Kenda Kwest
Rear Tire
—
700 x 32c 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.

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