Budget Shimano 1x11 Drivetrain Upgrade - 2022 Trek Marlin 5 MTB
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- This is my stock 2022 Trek Marlin 5 MTB, purchased it new late 2021 to hit some of my local trails. Although in it's stock form it proved capable for what I use it for, I purchased some upgrade bits to improve and personalise it. Other than some upgraded aesthetic bits like pedals and grips, I really wanted a 1x drive train. So I opted for a 1x11 Shimano drivetrain - after some research I selected a medley of components in hopes to compliment each other and work in unison.
The parts used to make it all come together are:
Rear derailleur: Shimano SLX RD-M7000 Shadow+ Medium Cage
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11sp Cassette: Shimano SLX CS-M7000 11-46T 11-Speed Cassette
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Shifter: Shimano XT SL-M8000 Right Shift Lever 11sp
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Crankset (Use the arms and bolts only, rings not needed) Shimano FC-M361 175mm 48/38/28T
Front Crankset
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Chainring: Race Face Narrow Wide 104BCD Chainring Orange
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Shimano 11 Speed chain
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Huge appreciation for posting this and the parts list. Going to convert my new marlin 5.
My pleasure!
Exactly the upgrade video I needed to see!
Greets from Germany. Have all parts now at Home and will do the Same. Thx for uploading.
Outstanding UPGRADE no just becose the color the way the bike is going to Performance now
Great video dude and the bike looks sick! I'm probably going to do this mod myself but without the 11speed conversion on the back. Was just wondering how easy it was to do the conversion to 1x on the front and if you needed any weird tools. Or if you have any other tips it would be much appreciated.
Changing the front chainring should be straight forward. Normal tools to remove the front chain guide, crank arms etc. The chain might need to be changed to suit the teeth of the new single chainring (if it’s narrow-wide). If you want to change the crank assembly to something more exotic then you will need a bottom bracket tool to suit. But if sticking with simple taper bearing as I have then proceed! Cheers!
@@PangazShed I followed this and used the exact same stuff....it aint working wtf. The derailleur wont shift to the lowest 2 gears no matter I do and im frustrated
@@mattnielsen7639 Check your high limit screw on the derailer.
what model can you recomment if i want to "upgrade" my 2023 trek marlin 4 gen 2, to a 1 x 9 or maybe 1x10 drivetrain. bit confused on the compatibilit. sorry for newbie question
If your Marlin 4 is an eight speed, you should be able to go up to an 11 speed and anywhere in between.
Firstly great video! Second I used the exact same shimano crank and my chain instantly falls off the front chain ring. I mounted my single chain ring on the inside of the crank like you did to give it the best chain line possible. Weird I used the exact same parts on a marlin 5 gen 2 and it causes the chain to drop off the front within a couple pedal strokes. The only way I can see to make it work is to actually space the front chain ring toward the bottom bracket.
Thanks for watching. Annoying issue you are having, just a thought, is the chain compatible with your setup? Cheers!
@@PangazShed Thanks for the reply. I Tried the factory chain and another brand new one. Both of which should work. As soon as I put the old 2x front chain ring on the bike has no issues at all on either chain ring. When I measure the chaine link with the single chain ring its outside of what the spec is for my bike. Really odd. Again appreciate the reply1
@@108Hawke Did you solve your Problem?
@@OneStepClosa I did. It was actually the cheap chain ring that was the issue. I had used an Amazon chain ring. When I replaced it with a brand name one the problem was fixed. Likely just got a bad one as I’ve used other Amazon chain rings and haven’t had an issue.
I followed this and used the exact same stuff....it aint working wtf. The derailleur wont shift to the lowest 2 gears no matter I do and im frustrated 😑
Enjoy
Lovely to watch. Have you considered a work stand? Really takes the irritation out of maintenance and repairs.
Yes, I missed out on a cheap used Parktool stand once! Thanks for watching
Thanks for this. Do you know if the Shimano FC-M361 175mm 42/32/22 chainring would work if only using for the crank arms? Planning on going with the same chainring as you.
Yes, it should have the same BCD of 104-64mm
would this work on a marlin 4?
hey, would this crankset work on a 1x12 conversion? Hoping for a reply, Im new to mountain biking and this will be my drivetrain DIY
yea it would work but you have to get a new back wheel if you run an 8 speed
@@olivermtb4596 im planning to use the sram NX PG1230, which I believe is a straight swap from 2x8 cassette. and then im planning to use the crankset from your video. so I dont have to replace the BB. please let me know if you think I would work.
@@LTapsy are you using 29 and 27.5 inch wheels? Because you most likely have to get a new rear wheel because of the freehub and a 12 speed cassette wont fit on a 8 speed freehub body and is it quick release or a thru axle hub and dropouts?
@@olivermtb4596 its 29. I dont get it. I see people with 2x8 and converting it to sram NX 12 speed group set. The only thing they need is a BSA BB.
Hello! Nice work, can I ask if I want to upgrade my 3x8 to 1x11 do I need new BB?
Hi, I didn’t use a new bottom bracket because I used a crankset that allowed me to unbolt the old chainrings and put a single Raceface chainring on. This allowed me to retain the original bottom bracket.
I got the marlin 5 with 2x8 drive train currently in the lowest gear is it a lot easier than the current lowest of 2x8?
In theory yes, having more teeth on the cassette cog. Of course your application depends on what chainring too. Cheers!
Love what you did with your Trek Marlin 5 going single chainring! Planning to do the same soon. Any issues with chain derailment since you switched? Would appreciate any insights!
Hi there! No issues with derailment! The only thing I had to do was retune it slightly to make sure all the shifting was spot on. I didn’t have it set up quite right once the vid was finished. Followed a tune walkthrough and it’s been perfect since.
@@PangazShed This is awesome! Great job also on choosing the optimal parts for the conversion, without the need to change the rear free hub and pedal bearings!
Yep budget friendly! When the OEM parts fail I’ll replace them with better. But hey, I might even replace them with OEM! I just like the ease of conversion. Thanks for checking out the vid. Cheers
Hello,bro I have the Trek Marlin 5 2022,I also want to change the 2by8 drive train to 1by 10 Shimano Deore.My question is should I have to change the rear free hub for higher teeth cassette or the 2022variant don't require any hub change to add 10-46T cassette? Please tell
I didn’t have to change the hub, I believe if you go Shimano 1x12 then yes you would have to.
@@PangazShed Can you suggest some basic 1by drivetrain upgrades which will not cost to change the hub
Did you have any issue with noisy derailure when shifted to the highest gear? I think i got everything to your setup and just did mine and angle of the chainring to the largest gear is pretty big angle, is it normal to have it noisy?
I don’t have any unusually loud noises that are of concern, I did spend a lot of time trying to get the tuning spot on though.
If crank set off Amazon
I'm confused as to how your Marlin came with an 8sp freehub when all the Marlin 5's come with 7sp freehubs. I'm having the worst time figuring this out. I have no idea what driver fits in the dc-27 that i have
My Marlin 5 was a 2022 model (it was bought mid- late 2021) so that’s probably why is has the dc-22 hub. Mines not technically a gen 2 Marlin but perhaps these are the differences between the 2021 Marlin 5 and the 2022.
What size cassette tool did you use to take off the 7speed cassette. My is too big too fit.. do you have the tool spec?
I don’t have the tool spec, it was just a generic cheap one from eBay (comes in a 5 or 6 pce kit). It’s got 12 splines if that helps.
is the shifting smoother and better than the old altus shifter ? Ive had mine for about 2 weeks and want to upgrade but i really like the altus shifter .
I’m loving the combination of parts. It’s smooth and less clunky than the original 2x system
Is it possible to only upgrade to a clutch derailleur? I want to stop my chain from flying everywhere but don’t wanna replace everything.
Pretty sure you’d new shifter to suit also
Love your work mate! I have the same bike 2022 marlin 5 same color as well. I really love to upgrade to 1x.. can you please send me all the parts you used for this , prices and where did you buy it? Thanks heaps..
Cheers! 1x is so much nicer! I have listed all the parts in the description, I bought all my parts online as I found availability and stock levels of local shops a bit hit and miss.
Cool! Thanks mate
ye i have the same bike 2021 1 though basifly the same but i want the 1x even the 7 on the back is fine i dont wanna upgrqde anything els so i also need a list cos thr list this guy has i dont no what is for the 1x or for other upgrades i think itsjust the shimano budget box am i rite plz cos my local nlbike dhop bloody 20 miles away said it can jot be done
Did you have to change the wheel?
No, the wheel and rear hub remained the same
@@PangazShedIm planning to do the same. You mean its a direct bolt on. I dont need a new hub or wheel?
I have successfully done this conversion with the original wheel and hub, so that’s correct, direct bolt on.
Did you have to replace the rear hub when upgrading the cassette ?
Not with the selection of parts I’ve used here
Hello and thank you so much! Which raceface chain ring did you use? 30T?
Yes, 30T. Thanks for looking, cheers
One more question.. will the xt m8000 derailleur work with the slx m7000 cassette? Im having a hard time getting the m7000 derailleur quickly.
By the look of it, the m8000 is also an 11speed rear derailleur so yeah should work! The m7000 might be low on stock as it’s perhaps becoming discontinued? Not entirely sure, sorry. I only bought the m7000 because it was cheaper haha
Hey Im working on this chainring and the original shimano bolts seem to be a tad too long for the single raceface chainring. Did you use different bolts or am i missing something lol
I used the bolts that came with the crankset that I bought, I didn’t have an issue
461 dollars ZAMMM🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑
Is it possible to put mechanical breaks on here
Y tho
How much did this upgrade cost?
About mid 300’s. I bought during an online sale
Now your mountain bike is a real mtb
Except the “shocks”
doesn't the rear hub only support up to 10 speed Cassette?
This particular 11sp cassette is compatible with the 8/9/10 Shimano freehub. Same spline and don’t need a longer one. It’s the 7 speed and down that the hub needs to be changed. I made sure of this before I bought everything. Thanks
@@PangazShed Is it the Shimano FH-RM35??
Can i change a 2x8 to a 1x8??
Yes would be a straight forward mod
Do I need to change the hub for 1x11 or 1x10
No hub change required
How much was that all together
On sale was about $350aud if I recall
Is this the Gen 2 Marlin?
I purchased this in the end 2021 as the new 2022 model, so it’s gen 1
Any other chainring options for this particular Marlin 5?
Yep, 104BCD is the bolt pattern needed if you use the arms I did. Although if you want to use completely different crank arms you can with whatever sealed bearing bottom bracket you like. Heaps of options.
Wouldn't it have been better to just get a marlin 6??
His components are better then on marlin 6
@@matuskulisek5429what perks do you get when upgrading these parts ?
For me: cleaner aesthetic, light weight, less moving parts, better & easier gear selection and in the case of the pedals, better grip. More importantly: personalization 👍🏻
That hand is very annoying