Marin Novato 2008 Technical specs and features

Brand Marin
Model Novato
First production 2008
Bike category Commuter
Bike sub-category City Commuter
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Parts And Accessories Marin Novato Parts   
Available Sizes - 15 (inches) / 38.1 (cm)
- 15 (inches)
- 17 (inches) / 43.18 (cm)
- 17 (inches)
- 19 (inches) / 48.26 (cm)
- 19 (inches)
- 20.5 (inches) / 52.07 (cm)
- 20.5 (inches)
- 22 (inches) / 55.88 (cm)
- 22 (inches)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire26 X 1.40 (inches) CST Urban
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size26 (inches) Wheels
Brakeset type Forged Alloy 3 Finger Levers
Tektro IO Disc Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesAlloy Double Sealed Disc QR
Rims manufacturer 32-hole
WTB SX24
Spoke nipples typeNot Available
Spoke wheel 14ga.
WTB Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials6061 Triple Butted Aluminum
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar constructionDouble Butted 6061 Alloy OS Riser
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem detailsMarin OS Alloy
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Ritchey LB

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chainShimano HG40
Bottom bracket shell widthNot Available
Bottom bracket typeTruVativ Power Spline
Crankset parts and sizes 28/38/48 Teeth
TruVativ X-Flow C 3.0
Gear shift leversShimano Alivio
Rear gear set 11 - 32 Teeth
8-speed

Marin Novato Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front)Shimano C-100
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano Deore
Fork material Unicrown Crown
Aluminum
Fork typeAluminum Rigid

Other Specs of Marin Novato

Component group setsCo (millimeters)uter Mix
Available colors - Matte Granite
Weight Unspecified
Pedals detailsComposite With Alloy Cage
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seatWTB Speed V Sport LE
Seat post extension 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter
Alloy Micro Adjust


Marin Novato bike review

Marin produced the Novato bike in 2008 and can be classified as a Commuter bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $540.00.
Novato bike is available in many sizes such as 15 (inches), 17 (inches), 19 (inches), 20.5 (inches) and 22 (inches).
Marin Commuter Novato can be found in a few colors, among these colors Matte Granite .
This bike is equiped with 26 x 1.40" CST Urban tires and WTB stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by WTB SX24, 32-hole. Marin equiped this exact model with Tektro IO Disc brakes, forged alloy 3 finger levers braking system and Alloy Double Sealed Disc QR hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Marin used 6061 Triple Butted Aluminum material for the frame. Double Butted 6061 Alloy OS riser high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Novato to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Marin OS Alloy.
For the smoothest biking experience TruVativ X-Flow C 3.0, 28/38/48 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano HG40 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Marin, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Alivio gear shift levers.