MarinRift Zone EL2
- Motor
- Bosch Performance Line SX55 Nm; 600 W peak
- Battery
- 400 WhBosch CompactTube 400 internal; PowerMore 250 Wh range extender optional
- Travel F / R
- 150 / 140 mm
- Wheels
- 29"
- Frame
- Alloy
Overview
The Marin Rift Zone EL2 ($6,499) is a mid-range build of the Rift Zone EL: Bosch Performance Line SX with 400 Wh, Fox 36 Performance fork, Fox Float X Performance shock, SRAM EAGLE 90 and SRAM Code Bronze brakes. Marin does not publish a claimed weight.
The Rift Zone EL ("Electric Light") is Marin's lightweight trail e-MTB, derived from the Rift Zone. It uses a Series 4 aluminium frame with 140 mm of MultiTrac rear travel, a 150 mm fork and 29-inch wheels front and rear.
Power comes from Bosch's Performance Line SX drive unit (55 Nm, 600 W) with a 400 Wh CompactTube battery inside the down tube; a 250 Wh PowerMore range extender can be added. Control is via the Bosch BRC3100 System Controller in the top tube.
- Bosch Performance Line SX: 55 Nm, 600 W
- 400 Wh internal battery + optional 250 Wh range extender
- 140 mm rear / 150 mm fork, 29" wheels
- Series 4 aluminium frame
Gallery
Photos: Marin
Full specifications
Frame & suspension
- Frame
- All New Series 4 Alloy Lightweight E, 140mm MultiTrac Suspension, Integrated Battery/Charging Port, 148mm Rear Thru-Axle
- Fork
- Fox 36 Performance, 150mm Travel, 29", 110x15 Kabolt, 44mm Offset
- Rear shock
- Fox Float X, Performance, EVOL Air Spring, Climb Switch, Rebound Adjustment, Custom Tune, 210x55mm, 25xM8 Upper Mount, 25xM8 Upper & Lower Mount
E-system
- App
- Bosch eBike Flow App
- Range
- 15-55 miles/25-90km
- Display
- Bosch BRC3100 Systems Controller
- Switch
- Bosch BRC3300 Bluetooth Remote 22.2mm Clamp
- Battery
- Bosch 400 Wh Internal (Optional PowerMore 250wh external battery using PowerMore 150mm cable EB12.120.036)
- Motor
- Bosch Performance Line SX, 600W, 55Nm
Drivetrain
- Chainguide
- e*thirteen e*Spec Chainguide
- Rear derailleur
- SRAM EAGLE 90
- Shifter
- SRAM EAGLE 90 MMX Mount, Single Click
- Crankset
- e*thirteen e*spec Plus, 160mm Length, 34T
- Chain
- SRAM GX T-Type
- Cassette
- SRAM XG 1275 Eagle Cassette 10-52T
Brakes
- Front brake
- SRAM Code Bronze, 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc, 200mm HS2 Rotor
- Rear brake
- SRAM Code Bronze, 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc, 200mm HS2 Rotor
- Brake Levers
- SRAM Code Bronze Stealth
Wheels & tyres
- Rims
- Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29" Diameter, 32mm Inner Rim Width, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible
- Rear hub
- Formula DC-711, 110x15, 6-Bolt, 32H
- Front hub
- Formula DCL-3482, 4 Sealed Bearings, 148x12, XD Driver, 6-Bolt, 32H
- Spokes
- 14g Black Stainless Steel
- Tyres
- Front: Maxxis Minion DHF, 29x2.5" MAXXGRIP, Tubeless ready, EXO+, Rear: Maxxis Forekaster 29x2.4", Tubeless Ready MAXX TERRA EXO+
Cockpit
- 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
- Headset
- FSA Custom Headset, Adjustable HTA Design
- Seatpost
- TranzX, YSP39 1x Remote, 34.9 Seatpost Diameter, Travel S = 150mm, M/L = 170mm, XL = 200mm
- Saddle
- Marin Speed Concept
Other
- Pedals
- Marin MTB Plastic
Manufacturer specification — source. Specs and prices can change; check with the brand or your dealer.
Rift Zone EL geometry
| Size | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AStack | 607 mm | 614 mm | 625.1 mm | 634.2 mm |
| BReach | 445 mm | 465 mm | 485 mm | 515 mm |
| CHead tube angle | 65° | 65° | 65° | 65° |
| DHead tube length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| ESeat tube length | 390 mm | 400 mm | 425 mm | 435 mm |
| FSeat tube angle | 77° | 77° | 77° | 77° |
| GTop tube (effective) | 585.1 mm | 607.2 mm | 629.3 mm | 661.4 mm |
| HBB height | 348.5 mm | 348.5 mm | 348.5 mm | 348.5 mm |
| IBB drop | 32 mm | 32 mm | 32 mm | 32 mm |
| JChainstay | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm |
| KWheelbase | 1198.3 mm | 1222.5 mm | 1246.7 mm | 1281 mm |
| LStandover height | 693.6 mm | 696 mm | 709.9 mm | 719.9 mm |
| MFork offset | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| NSeatpost diameter | 30.9 mm | 30.9 mm | 30.9 mm | 30.9 mm |
| OHandlebar width | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm |
| PStem length | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| QCrank length | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm |
Source: Marin.
Rift Zone EL: builds compared
Rift Zone EL range →| Rift Zone EL1 | Rift Zone EL2 | Rift Zone EL XR | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $5,199 | $6,499 | $7,699 |
| Frame | Alloy | Alloy | Alloy |
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z1 150mm Travel, 29 | Fox 36 Performance, 150mm Travel | Fox 36 Performance Elite, 150mm Travel |
| Shock | Marzocchi Bomber Air Inline | Fox Float X | Fox Float X |
| Derailleur | Shimano CUES RD-U6000 GS | SRAM EAGLE 90 | SRAM GX AXS T-Type |
| Brakes | TRP Slate EVO | SRAM Code Bronze | Magura MT7 with HC3 Lever |
| Wheels | Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29" Diameter | Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29" Diameter | Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29" Diameter |
| Display | Bosch BRC3100 Systems Controller | Bosch BRC3100 Systems Controller | Bosch BRC3100 Systems Controller |
Rift Zone EL2: FAQ
How much does the Marin Rift Zone EL2 cost?
$6,499 (US MSRP, excl. sales tax). The Rift Zone EL range runs from $5,199 (Rift Zone EL1) to $7,699 (Rift Zone EL XR). Prices vary by country and dealer.
What motor and battery does the Marin Rift Zone EL2 have?
Bosch Performance Line SX (55 Nm; 600 W peak). 400 Wh battery — bosch CompactTube 400 internal; PowerMore 250 Wh range extender optional.
How much suspension travel does the Marin Rift Zone EL2 have?
150 mm at the fork and 140 mm at the rear, on 29" wheels.
What sizes does the Marin Rift Zone EL2 come in?
S, M, L, XL. Check the geometry table to compare reach and stack between sizes.
What is the difference between the Rift Zone EL2 and the Rift Zone EL XR?
They share the Rift Zone EL frame platform and motor; the differences are in the parts — fork: Fox 36 Performance vs Fox 36 Performance Elite; derailleur: SRAM EAGLE 90 vs SRAM GX AXS T-Type; brakes: SRAM Code Bronze vs Magura MT7 with HC3 Lever; price: $6,499 vs $7,699.
