Trek Marlin+ 8
Plug in and get hooked
Soar up trails, through town and everywhere in between with the ultimate do-anything e-MTB. The Marlin+ is an electric hardtail that gives you all the versatility you crave and adds in a simple boost for flattening climbs and cruising with ease. You get features that matter most, like a Bosch drive unit and a confident and capable bike frame – without the hefty price tag.
As a hardtail eMTB, the Marlin+ 8 offers the direct, efficient feel that cross-country riders demand, with a suspension fork up front to keep you in control over roots, rocks and rough ground. Its geometry balances sharp handling with stability, making it as capable on technical climbs as it is fast on flowing descents.
Smooth, Natural Assistance
The integrated drive system delivers smooth, natural-feeling support that responds instantly to your pedalling, giving you the extra boost exactly when you need it. Its intuitive power delivery makes every climb more manageable without ever feeling forced, so you still enjoy the lively, connected ride of a true XC hardtail eMTB. A high-capacity, long-lasting battery is cleanly integrated into the frame, providing the range to tackle big days out, link up longer loops or simply enjoy more time in the saddle without worrying about running low.
Explore Without Limits
The beauty of the Marlin+ 8 hardtail eMTB is how it transforms every ride. For new riders, it takes the sting out of climbs and opens up trails that might have felt out of reach. For experienced mountain bikers, it adds range and speed without sacrificing the precision of an XC hardtail. Whether it’s long days linking up your favourite loops, venturing further into the hills, or simply squeezing more adventure into a busy week, the Marlin+ 8 makes every ride bigger, better and more rewarding.
Intuitive and informative
The Purion 200 remote gives you all the data you want with a bright colour display that clearly shows your battery life, range and speed. Simple controls let you change display data and power up your ride.
Geometry

Frame size letter | XS | S | M | L | XL |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Wheel size | 27.5" | 27.5" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
A — Seat tube | 34.0 | 37.0 | 42.0 | 45.0 | 50.0 |
B — Seat tube angle | 73.8° | 73.8° | 73.8° | 73.8° | 73.8° |
Effective seat tube angle | 74.0° | 74.0° | 74.0° | 74.0° | 74.0° |
C — Head tube length | 9.0 | 10.0 | 10.5 | 11.5 | 13.5 |
D — Head angle | 66.5° | 66.5° | 66.5° | 66.5° | 66.5° |
E — Effective top tube | 55.1 | 58.4 | 62.0 | 65.2 | 68.2 |
F — Bottom bracket height | 31.3 | 31.3 | 31.8 | 31.8 | 31.8 |
G — Bottom bracket drop | 4.5 | 4.5 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 |
H — Chainstay length | 47.0 | 47.0 | 48.5 | 48.5 | 48.5 |
I — Offset | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.2 |
J — Trail | 11.0 | 11.0 | 11.4 | 11.4 | 11.4 |
K — Wheelbase | 112.9 | 116.6 | 121.8 | 125.1 | 128.4 |
L — Standover | 67.8 | 71.0 | 76.0 | 77.1 | 77.5 |
M — Frame reach | 39.0 | 41.5 | 44.0 | 47.0 | 49.5 |
N — Frame stack | 56.3 | 59.0 | 62.6 | 63.5 | 65.3 |
- FRAME:
- Alpha Gold Aluminium, curved top tube, tapered head tube, internal routing, rack, mudguard and kickstand mount, UDH, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle
- FRAME MATERIAL:
- Aluminium
- FORK BRAND:
- RockShox
- FORK:
- RockShox Recon Silver RL, Solo Air, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, Boost110, 15 mm Maxle Stealth, 120 mm travel
- FORK TRAVEL:
- 120 mm
- MOTOR:
- Bosch
- MOTOR CONTROLLER:
- Bosch Smart System Purion 200
- DISPLAY:
- Not Included
- DRIVE UNIT:
- Bosch Performance Active Line Plus (50 Nm)
- BATTERY:
- Bosch CompactTube 400 Wh Battery
- RANGE EXTENDER:
- Available for Purchase
- CHARGER:
- Bosch standard 2A, 230V, smart system
- WHEEL SIZE:
- 29
- WHEELS:
- Bontrager Line TLR 30, Tubeless-Ready, 32-hole, Presta valve / Front Hub: Shimano TC500 alloy, CentreLock, 110x15 mm thru axle / Rear Hub: Shimano TC500 alloy, CentreLock, 148x12 mm thru axle
- TYRES:
- Bontrager Gunnison Pro XR, Tubeless Ready, dual compound, aramid bead, 60 tpi, XS & S 27.5x2.60" / M, L & XL 29x2.60"
- DROPPER SEATPOST:
- Yes
- SEATPOST:
- Size: XS , S TranzX JD-YSP18, 100 mm travel, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 361 mm length Size: M , L , XL TranzX JD-YSP18, 150 mm travel, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 470 mm length
- CRANKSET:
- FSA CK-220, 165 mm length
- SADDLE:
- Bontrager Verse P3, steel rails
- STEM:
- Size XS , S: Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, 7-degree, 35 mm length / Size M , L: Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 50 mm length / Size: XL Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 60 mm length
- GRIPS:
- Trek Line Comp, nylon lock-on
- SHIFTERS:
- Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
- BRAKE BRAND:
- Shimano
- HYDRAULIC BRAKES:
- Yes
- BRAKES:
- Shimano 4-piston hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT420 calliper
- REAR DERAILLEUR:
- Shimano Deore M6100, long cage
- CHAIN:
- Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
- NUMBER OF GEARS:
- 12 Speed
- PEDALS:
- VP-536 nylon platform
- FRONT MUDGUARD:
- MTB Monster Mudguard
- EXTRAS:
- N/A
- TYPE OF BIKE:
- Cross Country
- DESIGNED FOR:
- Speed and efficiency on the climbs, perfect for covering longer distances quickly due to a lightweight frame.
- IDEAL TERRAIN:
- Smoother, single-track off-road trails with minimal technical features. Can be used for both road and off-road riding.
- PLEASE NOTE:
- Trek reserve the right to make changes to the product information contained on this site at any time without notice, including with respect to equipment, specifications, models, colours, materials and pricing.