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The Silex was a ground up design project. Rather than taking a road or cyclocross bike and re-jigging the recipe, the starting point for the Silex was modern MTB inspired geometry; long top and head tubes and a short stem, offering nimble, confidence-inspiring handling.
At launch, it was hailed as the most comfortable and versatile bike Merida had ever made. The cycling press loved it too: “exceptional ride quality” (Cycling Plus), “a highly versatile bike” (IMB), “the best bike of this genre” (Offroad CC). Theres a certain beauty in just riding without watching the time, heading wherever you feel the urge. For those rides, the test and award-winning Silex makes total sense. The bike has five sets of bottle bosses and rack mounting points offering multiple luggage carrying options. All Silex models are equipped with powerful hydraulic disc brakes. Calipers are mounted on the chainstay for better dissipation of braking forces using the flat-mount standard for a neat, flush fit. Calipers sit on top of CNCd aluminium Disc Cooler fins, reducing operating temperatures by up to 35%; particularly important when running fully loaded.
Highlights:
Frame |
CF2 carbon, gravel geometry for stable but nimble handling. Tapered head tube and 12 mm bolt though axles for stiffness and steering precision. Internal cable routing, Max tyre - 700x38c or 650bx45c |
Fork |
Silex CF2; Full carbon; tapered steerer, 100 x 12mm axle standard; Max. tyre size: 700 x 38c / 650b x 45c |
Gears | 20 |
Shifters |
Shimano GRX400 |
Front Derailleur | Shimano GRX400 |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX400 |
Bottom Bracket | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] |
Chain | KMC X10 |
Chainset | Shimano GRX600; 46-30 tooth chainset. Crank length: 170mm (XS,S), 172.5mm (M), 175mm (L,XL) |
Cassette | Shimano CS-HG50; 11-36 teeth; 10 speed |
Brake Lever |
Shimano GRX400 |
Front Brake | Shimano GRX400; hydraulic disc brake caliper with Shimano RT10; 160mm rotor |
Rear Brake | Shimano GRX400; hydraulic disc brake caliper with Shimano RT10; 160mm rotor |
Grip |
Merida Road Expert |
Handlebar | Merida Expert GR; aluminium; Width: 400mm (XS-S), 420mm (M), 440mm (L/XL) |
Stem | Merida Expert CW; aluminium; 31.8mm diameter; -8 degree rise - Stem length: 80mm (all sizes) |
Headset | Silex Neck |
Pedal | Not Included |
Saddle |
Merida Comp SL; V-mount; including Merida minitool |
Seatpost | Merida Expert CC; carbon; 30.9mm diameter; in-line |
Wheel Size | 700C |
Rims | Merida Comp SL; 17mm inner rim width; 22mm depth; Aluminium |
Spokes | Black stainless |
Front Hub | VP CLK170F; 100x12mm; 32 spokes; Center lock |
Rear Hub | VP CLK270R; 142x12mm; 32 spokes; Center lock. With Merida Expert SL axle; including removable lever; 6/4mm allen key |
Front Tyre | Maxxis Rambler; 700 x 38c; Kevlar bead, folding; TR; EXO |
Rear Tyre | Maxxis Rambler; 700 x 38c; Kevlar bead, folding; TR; EXO |
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