Merlin Nitro SL Ultegra Carbon 2021
2021 Road
Estimate price |
3,922$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
60 / 40 / 30 Ton High Modulus Carbon
Suspension Fork
Full carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra R8000
Front Derailleur
Shimano R8000
Cassette
Miche Primato Light - 11/30T
Crank
Shimano Ultegra R8000 - 36/52T
Chain
Shimano - 11 Speed
Pedals
Not included
Wheels
Rims
Mavic Aksium - 700c
Tires
Schwalbe Pro One - 700x25c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra R8000
Cockpit
Stem
Controltech SLA
Handlebar
Controltech One
Seat
Saddle
Prologo
Seatpost
Controltech One
About this model
Nitro SL Ultegra Carbon is part of the Merlin Nitro model. Merlin released 11 bikes variations of this model so far.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Race bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Race bike is 3350$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Race bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 3521$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Nitro SL Ultegra Carbon price is 5.1% higher than the average cost of a Race bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
Nitro SL Ultegra Carbon has a carbon fork, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Merlin Nitro SL Ultegra Carbon 2021, has a 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Merlin Nitro SL Ultegra Carbon is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
Merlin Nitro SL Ultegra Carbon 2021 is available in one size only. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.