Merida SPEEDER 300 2021
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Tiagra, Shimano
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 2 × 10
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SPEEDER LITE II, material: aluminium, 700x35C max. wheelsize, 100x9/135x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
MERIDA SPEEDER CF2, Tapered, material: carbon, 700x35C max. wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra, GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Shift Levers
Shimano Tiagra
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG500, 11-32 teeth, 10 speed
Crank
Shimano FC-RS400, 50-34 teeth, 170 mm-XS/S/SM/ML, 175 mm-L/XL
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-RS500 BSA
Chain
KMC X10
Wheels
Front Hub
Joytech D471SBT-SC-CL / Joytech D472TSBT-SC-CL, 100x9mm width front hub, 28 spoke holes, centerlock, 135x9mm width rear hub, 28 spoke holes, centerlock
Rear Hub
Joytech D471SBT-SC-CL / Joytech D472TSBT-SC-CL, 100x9mm width front hub, 28 spoke holes, centerlock, 135x9mm width rear hub, 28 spoke holes, centerlock
Rims
MERIDA COMP SL, 17mm inner width, 22mm height, material: aluminium
Tires
Maxxis Detonator, 700x32C, wire
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M275, 2 piston
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT10, 160 mm
Cockpit
Stem
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, 31.8mm diameter, 5° stem angle, 80 mm-XS, 90 mm-S, 100 mm-SM/ML, 110 mm-L/XL
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, 600mm width, Flat
Headset
MERIDA M2341 Neck
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA COMP SL, V-mount
Seatpost
MERIDA COMP CC, material: aluminium, 30.9mm diameter, 12mm setback
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | SM/MD | MD/LG | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.57 mm |
| Front Center | 610 mm | 621 mm | 623 mm | 627 mm | 635 mm | 644 mm | 658 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 78 mm | 79 mm | 76 mm | 74 mm | 70 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Stack | 558 mm | 568 mm | 579 mm | 591 mm | 612 mm | 637 mm | 661 mm |
| Reach | 387 mm | 395 mm | 398 mm | 404 mm | 410 mm | 416 mm | 422 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 551 mm | 561 mm | 567 mm | 577 mm | 589 mm | 603 mm | 616 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 470 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 150 mm | 160 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm | 215 mm | 240 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1046 mm | 1057 mm | 1059 mm | 1063 mm | 1071 mm | 1080 mm | 1094 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 725 mm | 750 mm | 775 mm | 793 mm | 812 mm | 834 mm | 861 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
SPEEDER 300 completes the Merida Speeder model. 90 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Speeder bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Merida SPEEDER 10-V 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 394$. On the other hand, Merida SPEEDER 900 2021, is the most expensive and costs 1703$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Fitness bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Fitness bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 656$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Fitness bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 1137$. In conclusion, this bike price is 73.32% higher than the price of the average Fitness bike.
Fitness bikes average weight
Fitness bikes have an average weight of 11.24 kg (24.78 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Weighing 9.94 kg (21.91 lbs), the SPEEDER 300 model is considerably lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 13.08% lighter than the average weight of Fitness bikes.
SPEEDER 300 components
Fork material
SPEEDER 300 has a carbon fork, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the SPEEDER 300 bike is equipped with the 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The SPEEDER 300 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
