Marin Rift Zone XR 27.5 2025 Bike

Feel the Rifty Love! Marin's take on the ultimate do-it-all trail bike, the Marin Rift Zone is made to party, whatever your jam might be. Your ideal partner for everything from all-day epics, to local shred laps to big mountain adventures, the Rifty is Made For Fun.

The Rift Zone 27.5 brings together trail-taming 27.5" wheels, 130mm of rear travel, a lightweight aluminum frame and Marin's super-plush MultiTrac suspension platform for endless good times on the trails.

"XR" means Extra Rad over here at Marin, and with that, the Rifty XR gets an extra spicy build. Starting out front, the fork is RockShox's supreme Lyrik Select+ model, now sporting 150mm of travel. Not wanting to leave the rear in the lurch, the Super Deluxe Select+ shock balances out the bouncy bits. SRAM's wide-range 12-speed GX Eagle drivetrain helps get the power to the rear wheel, while SB8 4-piston brakes offer impeccable braking performance.

Key Upgrades From The Rift Zone 27.5 2

• RockShox Lyrik Select+ fork With 150mm travel
• RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ rear shock
• SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain
• SRAM DB8 4-Piston hydraulic disc brakes
• Maxxis Assegai 2.5" tires

Technology

Series 3 Aluminium Frame

Rift Zone alloy models feature Series 3 aluminum frames, with detailed forgings, highly manipulated tubes, and full internal cable routing with new braze-in ports, giving the rider a high feature and high-performing upgrade-worthy platform.

Multitrac Suspension Technology

MultiTrac is an acclaimed suspension system, fine-tuned to have a balanced ride capable of absorbing big hits with an efficient pedaling platform. The rocker link provides a progressive leverage ratio for the rear shock for small bump sensitivity and the feeling of a long travel system on large drops and rocks. 130mm rear travel on all Rift Zone models.

Modern Trail Geometry

Trail geometry with 430mm chainstays, low bottom bracket, long top tube, and a slack 65.5° head angle make for a playful yet confidence-inspiring bike.

Internal Routing

Both carbon and alloy frames sport full internal cable routing in the front triangle with Marin’s all-new internal cable routing grommets, providing a clean and rattle free cable set up.

New Chainstay / Seatstay Protectors & UDH On Alloy Models

Rift Zone models have enhanced chainstay and seat stay protectors for a quiet ride, and utilize SRAM's Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) to help future-proof the frame as well as allow for T-type drivetrains.

Enchanced Chainstay / Seatstay Protection

Rift Zone models have prominent chainstay and seat stay protectors for a quiet ride that also protects the paint finish.

Specifications

Frame and Forks

• Frame: Series 3 6061 Aluminum, 27.5” Wheels, 130mm Travel, MultiTrac Suspension Platform, 148x12mm Boost Thru-Axle, 73mm Threaded BB w/ ISCG05 Tabs
• Fork: RockShox Lyrik Select+, 150mm Travel, 27.5" wheels, 110x15 Maxle Stealth, 42mm Offset
• Rear Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select+, 210x55mm, 25xM8 Hardware, Custom Tune

Drivetrain

• Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle Lunar
• Crankset: SRAM GX Eagle, 32 Tooth, 55MM CL, 170mm Length
• Cassette: SRAM XG 1275 Eagle Cassette 10-52 Tooth
• Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB MTB 73
• Chain: SRAM NX Eagle

Braking/Shifting

• Brakes: SRAM DB8 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc, HSC 200mm Rotor Front, 180mm Rear
• Gear Shifters: SRAM GX Eagle Lunar MMX Mount

Wheels

• Front Hub: Formula, DC-711, 110x15mm, 6-Bolt Disc, 32 Hole
• Rear Hub: Formula, DCL-3482, 148x12, 4 Sealed Bearings, 6-Bolt Disc, XD Driver, 32 Hole
• Rims: Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 27.5mm Inner, Sleeved Joint, Disc Specific, 32H, Tubeless Compatible
• Tyres: Maxxis Assegai, 27.5x2.5", MAXX TERAA, EXO, Tubeless Compatible

Finishing Kit

• Headset: FSA No 57, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2”
• Handlebar: Marin Trail, 35mm Clamp, 7000 Alloy Bar, 800mm Length, 20mm Rise, 5 Degree Up, 8 Degree Back
• Stem: Marin CNC, 35mm Length, 35mm Bar Bore
• Grips: Marin Grizzly Lock-On
• Saddle: Marin Speed Concept
• Seat Post: TranzX, YSP23JL, 1x Remote, Size Small 150mm Travel, Size Medium and Large 170mm Travel, Size X-Large 200mm Travel, 30.9mm