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Rift Zone 27.5 3

2021 Marin Rift Zone 27.5 3 profile.

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  • Suspension: Marzocchi Bomber Z2 27.5" / Fox Float DPS
  • Wheel Size: 27.5"
  • Frame: Aluminum
  • Size Range: S, M, L, XL

ALL AROUND TRAIL ENJOYMENT

HAVING FUN

The Rift Zone 27.5 is our most playful trail bike, made for the rider that catches a bit of air off of every root in the trail, is always looking for an alternate line, and ends every ride with a smile. This is an all-around suspension bike with trail performance far out stretching the asking price.

Key upgrades from Rift Zone 27.5 2:

  • Marzocchi Bomber/Fox Float DPS suspension
  • Shimano SLX drivetrain
  • Shimano M420 4-piston brakes

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Specifications

  • Frame

    Series 3 6061 Aluminum Frame, 27.5” Wheels, 120mm Travel, MultiTrac Suspension Platform, 148x12mm Boost Thru-Axle, 73mm Threaded BB w/ ISCG05 Tabs

  • Front Suspension

    Marzocchi Bomber Z2 27.5", Rail Damper with Sweep Adjustment, 130mm Travel, Kabolt Bolt-On Axle, 44mm Offset

  • Rear Suspension

    Fox Float DPS, Performance Series, EVOL Air Spring, 3 Position Compression Adjustment, Rebound Adjustment, Custom Tune, 210x50mm, M8x25mm Hardware Top and Bottom

  • Rims

    Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29mm Inner, Sleeved Joint, Disc Specific, 32H, Tubeless Compatible

  • Hub, Rear

    Shimano HB-MT410B, 148x12mm, Centerlock, Microspline Freehub Body

  • Hub, Front

    Shimano HF-MT410B, 110x15mm, Centerlock

  • Spoke, Nipples

    14g Black Stainless Steel

  • Tires

    Maxxis Assegai, 27.5x2.5", MAXX TERAA, EXO, Tubeless Compatible

  • Derailleur, Rear

    Shimano SLX, 12-Speed, SGS

  • Derailleur, Front

    -

  • Shift Lever

    Shimano Deore, 12-Speed, SL-7100R, I-Spec EV

  • Crankset

    FSA Grid, Modular 1x, 32T Direct Mount Chainring, MegaTooth Technology, Boost Spacing

  • Bottom Bracket

    Mego EXO 73mm BSA

  • Chain

    KMC X-12 Silver and Black

  • Cassette

    Shimano, SLX 12-Speed, 10-51T

  • Brake, Front

    Shimano BR-MT420, 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc Brake, 203mm Rotor

  • Brake, Rear

    Shimano BR-MT420, 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc Brake, 180mm Rotor

  • Brake Levers

    Shimano BL-M4100 Hydraulic Lever, I-Spec EV Compatible

  • Handlebar

    Marin Mini-Riser, 6061 Double Butted Aluminum, 780mm Width, 28mm Rise, 5º Up, 9º Back

  • Stem

    Marin 3D Forged Alloy, 35mm

  • Grips

    Marin Single Clamp Locking

  • Headset

    FSA No 57, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2”

  • Seatpost

    TranzX, YSP23JL, 1x Remote, Size S 125mm Travel, Size M and L 150mm Travel, Size XL 175mm Travel, 30.9mm

  • Saddle

    Marin Speed Concept

  • Pedals

    -

  • Extras

    Bolt-On Thru-Axle

Specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice.

Geometry

Rift Zone 27.5 3 geometry diagram
XS S M L XL
Stack 579 583.6 588.2 597.3 601.9
Reach 410 425 445 465 485
Headtube Angle 66.5° 66.5° 66.5° 66.5° 66.5°
Headtube Length 105 110 120 125 130
Seattube Angle 75° 74.7° 74.5° 74.3° 74.1°
Seattube Length 330 380 425 470 515
Toptube Effective 570.6 586.8 608.1 632.9 651.9
BB Height 338.5 338.5 338.5 338.5 338.5
BB Drop 18 18 18 18 18
Chainstay 430 430 430 430 430
Wheelbase 1129.4 1146.3 1168.3 1192.3 1214.3
Standover Height 647 665 702 727 768
Fork Offset 44 44 44 44 44
Seatpost Diameter 30.9 30.9 30.9 30.9 30.9
Handlebar Width 780 780 780 780 780
Stem Length 35 35 35 35 35
Crank Length 170 170 175 175 175

All lengths in millimeters

Suspension Setup

REAR SHOCK SET UP

Recommended Sag = 30%/15mm

Step 1: Set correct pressure in rear shock.

Step 2: Sit on the bike and cycle the suspension (*with correct riding gear).

Step 3: Reset O-ring and sit on the bike, DO NOT BOUNCE, carefully step off.

Step 4: Measure sag (from o-ring to seal of shock), If it does not match the bike’s recommended sag in millimeters repeat process.

Step 5: Adjust rebound setting to ensure proper control.

FORK SET UP

Marin recommends that all bikes front and rear suspension feel balanced

Step 1: After rear sag is set follow the recommended pressure from the fork manufacture.

Step 2: Bounce evenly up and down on the bike, cycling the suspension up and down to make sure both front and rear suspension feel balanced, if the front does not match the rear add or release pressure.

Step 3: Once the bike feels balanced adjust the rebound damping to ensure proper control.

Fox Float DPS

Rider weight and shock setup
LBS KG PSI
120 54 140
130 59 145
140 64 150
150 68 155
160 73 166
170 77 177
180 82 190
190 86 201
200 91 212
210 95 224
220 100 237
230 104 250
240 109 263
250 113 277
260 118 292
270 122 307

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