Merida SPEEDER 300 2020
2020 Urban
Estimate price |
1,151$
Weight | 10.21 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tiagra, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SPEEDER LITE II, material: aluminium, 700C wheelsize, 100x9/135x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
MERIDA SPEEDER CF2, Tapered, material: carbon
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
QR
Rear Hub
QR
Rims
MERIDA COMP SL, 17mm inner width, 22mm height, material: aluminium
Tires
Maxxis Detonator
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT-200
Brake Levers
Shimano MT-200
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT10
Cockpit
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
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM/MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.57 mm |
| Front Center | 610 mm | 621 mm | 627 mm | 644 mm | 658 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 78 mm | 79 mm | 74 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Stack | 558 mm | 568 mm | 591 mm | 637 mm | 661 mm |
| Reach | 387 mm | 395 mm | 404 mm | 416 mm | 422 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 551 mm | 561 mm | 577 mm | 603 mm | 616 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 470 mm | 520 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 71 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 215 mm | 240 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1046 mm | 1057 mm | 1063 mm | 1080 mm | 1094 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 725 mm | 750 mm | 793 mm | 834 mm | 861 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
SPEEDER 300 is part of the Merida Speeder model. Merida released 90 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Speeder bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Merida SPEEDER 20 2020 has a starting price of 596$. Merida SPEEDER 500 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1399$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Fitness bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Fitness bike you should know that the average price is 656$. However, you could also get a good Fitness bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Merida released this model in 2020, its price was 1046$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that SPEEDER 300 price is 59.45% more expensive than the average cost of a Fitness bike.
Average weight for Fitness bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Fitness bike, we get 11.24 kg (24.78 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 10.21 kg (22.51 lbs), Merida bike is considerably lighter than average. In other words, this model is 10.09% lighter than the average Fitness bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels
The wheels on SPEEDER 300 are the 700c aluminum type. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The SPEEDER 300 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.