Marin Rift Zone XR AXS 27.5 2025 Bike

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Brand	Marin
Colour	Orange / Yellow
Suitable for	Everyone
Wheel Size	27.5-inch

Marin County California is regarded as the birthplace of mountain biking. With niche communities back then shaping what it is today, and with Marin Bikes' inception coming shortly after, the company has deep roots in the sport and now offers many styles of bikes to suit off-roaders and commuters alike.

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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 our super-plush MultiTrac suspension platform for endless good times on the trails.

XR means Extra Rad. The Marin Rift Zone XR AXS is Marin's hard-charging special edition, made for riders that want the raddest, baddest Rifty in the range. RockShox Lyrik Select+ fork and Super Deluxe Select+ shock, Maxxis Assegai tires, loads of SRAM GX Eagle, SRAM Code 4-piston brakes, loads of Marin fine details. And, the cherry on top, we've added SRAM GX Eagle AXS wireless shifting to create Marin's highest-spec, highest-tech Rift Zone alloy model ever.

Key Upgrades From The Rift Zone 27.5 XR

SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain
SRAM Code Bronze 4-Piston hydraulic disc brakes

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 Geometery

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

Rift Zone Alloy models sport full internal cable/hose routing in the front triangle, and all-new brazed-in cable ports, providing a clean and rattle free cable set up.

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

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type
Crankset: SRAM GX Eagle, 32T, 55MM CL, 170mm Length
Cassette: SRAM GX 1275 T-Type 10-52T
Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB MTB 73
Chain: SRAM GX Eagle T-Type

Braking/Shifting

Brakes: SRAM Code Bronze 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc, HSC 200mm/180mm Rotor
Brake Levers: SRAM Code Bronze Hydraulic
Gear Shifters: SRAM AXS POD MMX

Wheels

Front Hub: Formula, DC-711, 110 x 15mm, 6-Bolt Disc, 32 Hole
Rear Hub: Formula, DCL-3482, 148 x 12, 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, 2.5", 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: PNW Loam Post with Range Lever, Size S 150mm Travel, Size M-L 170mm Travel, Size XL 200mm Travel, 34.9mm
Pedals: N/A