Electric drop-bar bike: Marin reveals the Lombard E

Show summary Hide summary

• Marin Lombard E electric drop-bar bike: headline specifications
• How the Bosch SX Sprint and 400Wh battery change the ride
• Frame geometry, fit and practical details
• Key features that stand out for commuters and gravel riders
• Build options and pricing for the Marin Lombard E
  • Lombard E1 — mainstream spec and value
  • Lombard E2 — upgraded shifting and adjustability
• When and where you can buy the Lombard E

Marin Bikes has entered the electric drop-bar arena with the Lombard E, a bike built to blur the line between city commuter, gravel grinder, and adventure machine. It adapts the familiar Lombard silhouette to assistive power, promising riders a way to stretch routes and tackle steeper or longer outings without surrendering the bike’s multi-surface spirit.

Marin Lombard E electric drop-bar bike: headline specifications

The Lombard E pairs a new aluminum frame with a carbon fork and a mid-drive motor system. Marin focused on versatility, giving the bike wide tire clearance, an integrated battery, and mounts for racks and fenders. It’s aimed at riders who want a drop-bar ride that can handle pavement, gravel, and rougher detours.

• Frame: Series 4 hydroformed aluminum, designed for durability and everyday use.
• Fork: Full carbon for comfort and compliance on long rides.
• Motor: Bosch SX Sprint mid-drive, offering strong on-demand assistance.
• Battery: Removable 400 Wh pack integrated into the downtube.
• Tire clearance: Room for up to about 50 mm rubber, enabling modern gravel setups.

How the Bosch SX Sprint and 400Wh battery change the ride

Marin selected the Bosch SX Sprint for compact power delivery in a light, drop-bar platform. The motor produces up to 60 Nm of torque and peaks at roughly 600 watts of burst power. Combined with a 400 Wh internal battery, the system balances range with a tidy frame integration.

The motor supports multiple pedal-assist levels, letting riders dial in gentle help or stronger assistance for climbs and headwinds. While Marin didn’t publish a top speed, the Bosch SX family is commonly paired with assistance up to 28 mph where local regulations permit.

Frame geometry, fit and practical details

Available in sizes S through XL, the Lombard E leans toward a neutral, comfort-first geometry. The design aims for stable handling on mixed terrain and predictable steering when the surface gets sketchy.

• Comfort-oriented geometry for long rides and commuting.
• Numerous mounting points on frame and fork for bottles, racks, and fenders.
• Generous tire clearance to accommodate wider gravel tires for added grip and comfort.

Key features that stand out for commuters and gravel riders

The Lombard E is more than an electric motor grafted to a road frame. Marin engineered the package with real-world riding in mind.

• Integrated but removable battery for convenient charging and theft mitigation.
• Wide tire compatibility to switch between slick commuter rubber and chunkier gravel tires.
• Accessory-ready mounts to convert the bike into a practical commuter or light touring rig.

Build options and pricing for the Marin Lombard E

Marin is offering the Lombard E in two complete builds. Each build builds on the same chassis and motor platform but targets different rider priorities: mechanical reliability and value, or higher-end electronics and adjustability.

Lombard E1 — mainstream spec and value

Price: $4,299 / £3,399 / $4,999 CAD / €3,899

• Series 4 aluminum frame
• Bosch SX Sprint mid-drive
• Full carbon fork
• Shimano GRX 12-speed mechanical drivetrain
• Shimano GRX hydraulic disc brakes

Lombard E2 — upgraded shifting and adjustability

Price: $5,299 / £3,999 / $5,999 CAD / €4,699

• All features of the E1
• Shimano GRX 12-speed Di2 electronic shifting for crisp wireless shifts
• Trans X dropper seatpost for on-the-fly saddle height changes

When and where you can buy the Lombard E

Marin announced the Lombard E recently and says the bikes should be available very soon. Dealers listed on Marin’s official site will carry the models, and the company will post full specs and dealer locations at marinbikes.com.