Description

Entry-level gravel bike with 18 speed Shimano Sora drivetrain and mechanical disc brakes. Ideal for off-road adventures or commuting.
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:

MTB Inspired gravel geometry
Carbon fork with tapered steerer
Shimano Sora 2 x 9
FSA Omega Chainset
Mechanical disc brakes
12mm bolt through axles
Frame
Lite – 6066 triple butted hydroformed and smooth welded aluminium with internal cable routing. Tapered head tube, Inboard disc mounts. BB86 BB standard, 142 x 12mm axle standard, Maximum tyre clearance 700 x 38c / 650b x 45c

Fork
Silex CF2; Full carbon; tapered steerer, 100 x 12mm axle standard; Max. tyre size: 700 x 38c / 650b x 45c

Gears 18
Shifters
Shimano Sora

Front Derailleur Shimano Sora
Rear Derailleur Shimano Sora; GS
Bottom Bracket FSA PF86 MegaExo
Chain KMC M99
Chainset FSA Omega; 48-32 tooth chainset. Crank length: 170mm (XS,S), 172,5mm (M), 175mm (L,XL)
Cassette Shimano CS-HG200; 11-32 teeth; 9 speed
Brake Lever Shimano Sora
Front Brake Promax DSK-330R; Mechanical disc brake caliper with Promax 160G; 160mm rotor
Rear Brake Promax DSK-330R; Mechanical disc brake caliper with Promax 160G; 160mm rotor
Grip
Merida Road Comp

Handlebar Merida Expert GR; aluminium; Width: 400mm (XS-S), 420mm (M), 440mm (L/XL)
Stem Merida Comp CC; aluminium; 31.8mm diameter; -6 degree rise – Stem length: 80mm (all sizes)
Headset Merida M2331 Neck
Pedal Not Included
Saddle Merida Comp SL; V-mount; including Merida minitool
Seatpost Merida Comp CC; aluminium; 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 173SB; 100x12mm; 32 spokes; 6 bolt
Rear Hub VP 273SB; 142x12mm; 32 spokes; 6 bolt; including removable lever with 4/6mm 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