Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Acera, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Series Three 6061 Aluminum, 700c Wheels, Relieved Head Tube and BB, Internal Cable Routing, Post Mount Disc Specific Forged Dropouts
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NEX Disc HLO, 63mm with Hydraulic Lockout and Preload Adjustment
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Front Derailleur
Shimano
Shift Levers
Shimano EF51 EZ-FIRE Plus, 8-Speed
Cassette
Shimano HG31, 11-32, 8-Speed
Crank
SR Suntour XCR With Replaceable Chainrings, 48/38/28T
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge
Chain
KMC Z8, 8-Speed
Pedals
Composite Sport Flat
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula, 32 Hole, 6-Bolt Disc
Rear Hub
Formula, 32 Hole, 6-Bolt Disc with Cassette Freehub Body
Rims
Maddux JD200, 32 Hole
Tires
Schwable Smart Sam 700 x 40c, With K-Guard Flat Protection
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Aires Mechanical Disc, 6” Rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano with Integrated Shifters
Cockpit
Stem
Marin Alloy Threadless for 25.4mm Handlebar
Handlebar
Double Butted 6061 Alloy, 25.4mm Clamp Diameter, 30mm Rise
Grips
Marin Ergonomic Locking
Headset
FSA No.10, 1 1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Marin Fitness Plush
Seatpost
Marin Alloy Micro Adjust, 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.58 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 291 mm | 291 mm | 291 mm | 291 mm | 291 mm |
| Front Center | 616 mm | 615 mm | 625 mm | 645 mm | 657 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm |
| Trail | 80 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Stack | 586.99 mm | 596.419 mm | 605.85 mm | 619.99 mm | 638.84 mm |
| Reach | 380.43 mm | 375.94 mm | 382.26 mm | 398.04 mm | 403.28 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 554.9 mm | 558.9 mm | 568.1 mm | 588.2 mm | 599.2 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 431.8 mm | 482.6 mm | 520.7 mm | 558.8 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 155 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1052 mm | 1051 mm | 1060 mm | 1081 mm | 1093 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 658 mm | 704 mm | 747 mm | 779 mm | 813 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
San Rafael DS2 is part of the Marin San Rafael model. There are 29 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2015 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Commuter bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Commuter bike is 762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Commuter bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour NEX model. The travel on this model is 63mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
The San Rafael DS2 2015 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Marin San Rafael DS2 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.