(4)Product ID: 244331
Merida Silex 4000 2023 - Gravel Bike
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).
There's 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.
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
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 |
Headset | Silex Neck |
Stem | Merida Expert CW; aluminium; 31.8mm diameter; -8 degree rise - Stem length: 80mm (all sizes) |
Bars | Merida Expert GR; aluminium; Width: 400mm (XS-S), 420mm (M), 440mm (L/XL) |
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 |
Brake Lever | Shimano GRX400 |
Front Mech | Shimano GRX400 |
Rear Mech | Shimano GRX400 |
Shifters | Shimano GRX400 |
Speed | 20 |
Rims | Merida Comp SL; 17mm inner rim width; 22mm depth; Aluminium |
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 |
Spokes | Black stainless |
Front Tyre | Maxxis Rambler; 700 x 38c; Kevlar bead, folding; TR; EXO |
Rear Tyre | Maxxis Rambler; 700 x 38c; Kevlar bead, folding; TR; EXO |
Seat Post | Merida Expert CC; carbon; 30.9mm diameter; in-line |
Saddle | Merida Comp SL; V-mount; including Merida minitool |
Chainset | Shimano GRX600; 46-30 tooth chainset. Crank length: 170mm (XS,S), 172.5mm (M), 175mm (L,XL) |
Bottom Bracket | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] |
Chain | KMC X10 |
Cassette | Shimano CS-HG50 11-36 teeth |
Pedals | Resin Platform |
Merida Gravel Bike Size Chart
Frame Size |
Height cm |
Height Feet / Inches |
XS |
< 167 cm |
< 5’6” |
S |
165 - 177 cm |
5’5” – 5’10” |
M |
173 - 185 cm |
5’8” – 6’1” |
L |
181 - 192 cm |
5’11” – 6’4” |
XL |
> 188 cm |
> 6’2” |
What size frame do I need if I am between sizes? - read here
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