Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 32
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Series 3 6061 Aluminum w/ SHOT Tech, 29” Wheels, 142x12mm Thru-Axle Dropouts
Suspension Fork
Fox 32 Float Factory 29” w/ Kashima, 100mm Travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT Shadow Plus
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore XT 1x11-Speed
Cassette
Shimano Deore XT 11-Speed, 11-42T
Crank
Shimano Deore XT Hollowtech II, 32T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Hollowtech II
Chain
KMC X11L
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula, 100x15mm, Sealed Cartridge Bearing, Centerlock Disc 28H
Rear Hub
Formula, 142x12mm, Alloy Axle, Quad Cartridge Sealed Bearing, Centerlock Disc, 32H
Rims
Stan's Rapid 25, 21mm Inner, Tubeless Ready
Tires
Maxxis Ardent, 29x2.25”, Folding, Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano SLX Hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
Marin 3D Forged Alloy
Handlebar
Marin Flat Top Riser
Grips
Marin Locking
Headset
FSA Orbit, Sealed Cartridge Bearing, 1 1/8
Seat
Saddle
WTB SLC XC
Seatpost
Marin 3D Forged Alloy
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.52 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm |
| Front Center | 645 mm | 658 mm | 677 mm | 695 mm | 708 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 74 mm | 70 mm | 73 mm | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Stack | 602.9 mm | 624.6 mm | 625.1 mm | 634.29 mm | 653.1 mm |
| Reach | 397.4 mm | 408.6 mm | 430 mm | 453.5 mm | 450.2 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577.4 mm | 595 mm | 615 mm | 631.7 mm | 644.9 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 431.8 mm | 482.6 mm | 520.7 mm | 558.8 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1081 mm | 1093 mm | 1113 mm | 1131 mm | 1144 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 682 mm | 733 mm | 772 mm | 802 mm | 835 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Indian Fire Trail 9.8 is a Marin Indian model. There are 3 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Marin Indian bikes models from 2016, here.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Indian Fire Trail 9.8 components
Fork
The Fox Factory Float 32 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Indian Fire Trail 9.8 bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Marin Indian Fire Trail 9.8 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.