The world’s most popular Trek just got a boost from Bosch. The Marlin+ range launches today with the global powerhouse brand aiming it squarely at riders who want an affordable e-bike that’s lots of fun on the trails but is great for city and commuter cycling too.
Trek Marlin+ at a glance
Marlin+ is a mid-powered hardtail e-bike which has trail-ready geometry but which retains the versatility that makes its analogue brother so popular. It has a new-for-2024 Bosch Active Line Plus motor producing 50Nm of torque and powered by a 400Wh battery fixed into the downtube (see below), which is good for an estimated two to four hours of assist. Although that’s considered “mid-powered”, it’s easily enough to help you up steep, lengthy climbs and to give your acceleration a hefty boost.
Who’s it for?
Marlin+ aims to fill the gap between adventurous hybrids like Trek Dual Sport and more powerful medium travel e-MTBs like Trek Powerfly. It’s for you if you like spending time on the trails and appreciate the fast rolling 29er wheels and 120mm travel on the front fork but you want something that’s simple and more affordable than Powerfly and the more capable – and more costly – full suspension e-bikes Rail and Fuel EXe.
Marlin+ is lighter, easier to manoeuvre and more affordable than beefier e-bikes. It’s all about keeping the experience simple and fun.
What is the launch range?
Marlin+ is launching with two models – Marlin+ 6 and 8. Both have a range of assist modes, including an “auto” setting that provides adaptive support that will increase assist when you hit a hill or headwind without you having to adjust the controller yourself. Marlin+ is also compatible with the Bosch PowerMore range extender which offers an extra 250Wh and gives you an additional 60% ride time.
Marlin+ 6 – £2,500
- Alpha Platinum Aluminium Frame with SR Suntour XCM34 120mm fork
- ALL NEW Bosch Active Line Plus Motor 50Nm
- ALL NEW Compact 400Wh Internal Compact Tube battery
- ALL NEW Purion 200 controller
- Compatible with the Bosch Ebike Flow App
- Shimano CUES 9 speed groupset, featuring LINKGLIDE
Marlin+ 8 – £3,000
- Alpha Platinum Aluminium Frame with RockShox Recon Silver RL 120mm fork
- ALL NEW Bosch Active Line Plus Motor 50Nm
- ALL NEW Compact 400WH Internal Compact Tube battery
- ALL NEW Purion 200 controller
- Compatible with the Bosch Ebike Flow App
- Shimano 12-speed Deore
- Dropper seatpost
- Bontrager Line wheels
When does it land in store?
We can’t wait to get our hands on one of these beauties. If you’re interested, speak to a member of our team and keep an eye on our Facebook and Instagram.
