Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Marin
2009 Marin Alchemist 4.9
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Overview
About this bike
2009 Marin Alchemist 4.9 value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Tubing Material
- Marin 6066-aluminum Quad-Link suspension
- Rear Shock
- Fox Float RP23
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2009 Marin Alchemist 4.9
- Shift Levers
- Shimano XTR
- Rear Cogs
- Shimano XTR 9-speed; 11-34
- Chain
- Mavic XC-717
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano XTR hydraulic-disc
Cockpit
- Saddle
- WTB Silverado
- Handlebar
- Easton Monkey Lite SL carbon
- Handlebar Stem
- Thomson Elite X4
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- DT 240S
- Tires
- WTB Prowler MX, 26 x 2.1 (folding)
- Spoke Brand
- DT Super Comp stainless-steel
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.