Merida Silex 400

At launch it was hailed as the most comfortable and versatile Merida ever. The modern MTB inspired geometry; with long top and head tubes and a short stem offers nimble, confidence-inspiring handling. The press loved it: “exceptional ride quality” (Cycling Plus), “a highly versatile bike” (IMB), “the best bike of this genre” (Offroad CC).

The bike has 5 separate bottle mounting points to allow for many luggage carrying options. Luggage and accessory range available increasing versatility.

The design ethos was simplicity; most Silex models run a 1x system, saving weight and reducing moving parts. A 1x system delivers 98% of the range of a 50-34 x 11-32 set up.

The frame is made from triple butted and hydroformed 6066 series aluminium tubing with smooth welding. Tapered head tube for steering precision, Internal cable routing, BB386, flat mount disc calliper interface with disc cooler technology. 1900g – M +/- 3%

The unique tyres were developed especially for us by Maxxis to have a smooth centre for road riding and knobbly shoulders for off-road grip.

Max. tyre width 700 x 42c (road profile) or 650b x 42mm (road profile).

SPECIFICATION

SIZE

(M) 50cm

FRAME

Lightweight 6066 triple butted and hydroformed aluminium frame with upright gravel geometry and tapered headtube for stable but nimble handling

SHOCK

FORK

Silex CF2; Tapered steerer; carbon

HUBS

VP CLK170F; 100x12 mm axle; 32 spoke; centerlock front and VP CLK270R; 142x12 mm axle; 32 spoke; centerlock rear with Merida Expert SL rear axle including removable lever; 6/4mm allen key

RIMS

Merida Comp SL; 17 mm inner width; 22 mm deep; aluminium

SPOKES

Black stainless

INNER TUBES

Lite 48mm Presta valve

TYRES

Maxxis Rambler; 700x38C; Kevlar bead - folding; TR; EXO

SHIFTERS

Shimano GRX400 disc

DERAILLEURS

Shimano GRX400

CHAINSET

Shimano GRX600; 46-30 teeth

CASSETTE

Shimano CS-HG50; 11-36 teeth; 10 speed

BOTTOM BRACKET

Shimano Pressfit BB71

CHAIN

KMC X10

PEDAL

Not included

BRAKES

Shimano GRX400; Hydraulic disc brakes with Shimano RT10; 160mm rotors

GRIP

Merida Road Expert

HANDLEBAR

Merida Expert GR; aluminium

STEM

Merida Expert CW; aluminium; 31.8 mm diameter; -8 degree rise

HEAD SET

Merida M2331

SADDLE

Merida Comp CC; V-mount

SEAT CLAMP

Merida Expert

SEAT POST

Merida Comp CC; aluminium; 30.9 mm diameter; 0 mm layback

HARDWARE

Stainless

WHEEL SIZE

700c

GEARS

COLOUR

Blue

Sizing available S,M,L,XL

Please email to confirm sizing and stock availability before ordering.

£1,400.00