2023 Marin DSX FS
An aluminum frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes, priced at the high end of the DSX model range. Compare the full range
| MSRP | $1,699 |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Hardtail |
| Travel | 60mm front |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Fork | Suntour GVX |
| Wheels | 700c |
| Tires | 45c |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SLX, Deore |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
1 × 12 — 12 speed
DSX FS
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James Huang
A fun and entertaining machine that won’t break the bank, but also a rough ride and a short reach.
- Dedicated flat-bar frame design, very generous tire clearance, mostly smart spec, wallet-friendly pricing.
- Reach could still be longer, non-tubeless tires and rims, rough ride quality.
November 2021Read Full Review
5'2" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'4"
| Frame | Series 3 DSX, Supension Adjusted Geometry, 6061 Aluminum, Tapered Head Tube, Relieved BB, Internal Cable Routing, Mudguard and Rack Mounts, Flat Mount Disc, 142x12mm Thru-Axle Color: Gloss Black / Grey |
|---|---|
| Fork | SR Suntour GVX LOR, 60mm Travel, Air Spring, Rebound Adjust, Lockout, Integrated Fender Mounts |
| Bottom Bracket | Sealed Outboard Bearing |
| Headset | FSA No.42 ACB, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8” x 1 1/2” |
| Stem | Marin 3D Forged Alloy |
| Handlebar | Marin MiniRiser |
| Saddle | Marin DSX |
| Seatpost | Marin Alloy |
| Pedals | Commute Platform |
| Grips | Marin MTB |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX 12-Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | - |
| Crank | Forged Aluminum, 42T Steel Narrow Wide Chainring |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore 12-Speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore 12-Speed, 10-51T |
| Chain | KMC X12 |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimao Hydraulic |
| Rims | Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 21mm Inner, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Forged Aluminum, 100x12mm, Disc, 32H |
| Rear Hub | Shimano Forged Aluminum, 142x12mm, Microspline, Disc, 32H |
| Tires | WTB Riddler, 700Cx45mm |