Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Altus, Tourney -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 164cm
MD
161cm - 174cm
LG
171cm - 180cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Series 1 City + Sport, 6061 Aluminum, 700C Wheels, Fender and Rack Mounts
Suspension Fork
Steel, Straight Blade, Fender and Rack Eyelets
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus 8-Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-TY710
Shift Levers
Shimano EF500 3x8-Speed
Cassette
SunRace 8-Speed, 11-32T
Crank
Shimano FC-TY301, 48/38/28T, Ring Guard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper
Chain
KMC Z8
Pedals
Commute Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged Aluminum Alloy, 32H
Rear Hub
Forged Aluminum Alloy, 32H
Rims
Marin Aluminum Double Wall, Machined Sidewall
Spokes
14g Stainless Steel
Tires
Schwalbe Road Plus, 700Cx40, Reflective Sidewall, Kevlar Puncture Protection
Brakes
Brakes
Forged Alloy Linear Pull w/ Power Modulator
Brake Levers
Shimano w/ Integrated Shifters
Cockpit
Stem
Marin Adjustable Height and Angle
Handlebar
Marin Alloy, 30mm Rise
Grips
Marin Commute
Headset
FSA, Threaded
Seat
Saddle
Marin City + Sport Extra Plush
Seatpost
Alloy Suspension Post
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.57 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 286 mm | 286 mm | 286 mm | 286 mm | 286 mm |
| Front Center | 624 mm | 639 mm | 654 mm | 663 mm | 678 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 76 mm | 76 mm | 76 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Stack | 582.55 mm | 610.83 mm | 624.97 mm | 641.28 mm | 660.19 mm |
| Reach | 386.72 mm | 391.99 mm | 402.12 mm | 411.5 mm | 419.99 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 588 mm | 603 mm | 618 mm | 633 mm | 648 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 503 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 170 mm | 185 mm | 200 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 458 mm | 458 mm | 458 mm | 458 mm | 458 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1073 mm | 1089 mm | 1104 mm | 1113 mm | 1128 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 665 mm | 714 mm | 758 mm | 777 mm | 824 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 161 cm | 171 cm | cm | cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 174 cm | 180 cm | cm | cm |
About this model
Larkspur CS2 is part of the Marin Larkspur model. There are 25 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Marin Larkspur CS1 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 419$. Marin Larkspur CS2 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 469$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Fitness bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Fitness bike that is reliable is 656$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Fitness bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 469$. If we compare this with the average Fitness bike cost we notice that the price is 39.87% smaller.
Larkspur CS2 components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Larkspur CS2 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Larkspur CS2 comes with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.