Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Force -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
CYCLO CROSS DISC CF3
Suspension Fork
Full carbon tapered fork with 15mm bolt through axle and disc mounts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Force CX1
Shift Levers
SRAM Force, 11 speed
Cassette
Shimano CS-5800, 11 speed, 11-32 teeth
Crank
SRAM Force 40 teeth
Chain
KMC X11-1
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss ER1400 Spline DB21
Tires
Maxxis All Terrane 33c folding
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Force hydraulic disc brake with 160mm rotors
Brake Levers
attached
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA Expert double butted 6061 aluminium compact drop, oversize clamp
Headset
MERIDA M2331
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA Expert
Seatpost
MERIDA Team carbon superlite 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 276 mm | 276 mm | 276 mm | 276 mm | 276 mm |
| Front Center | 588 mm | 584 mm | 589 mm | 598 mm | 614 mm |
| Rake | 56 mm | 50 mm | 46 mm | 35 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 62 mm | 62 mm | 63 mm | 71 mm | 60 mm |
| Stack | 523 mm | 537 mm | 556 mm | 576 mm | 596 mm |
| Reach | 367 mm | 374 mm | 381 mm | 400 mm | 398 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 522 mm | 532 mm | 547 mm | 560 mm | 575 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 500 mm | 530 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 111 mm | 131 mm | 150 mm | 171 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1004 mm | 1000 mm | 1005 mm | 1014 mm | 1030 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Standover Height | 727 mm | 750 mm | 777 mm | 804 mm | 828 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
CYCLO CROSS 9000 belongs to the Merida Cyclo model. 28 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
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.
Average price for Cyclocross bikes
If you want an acceptable Cyclocross bike you should know that the average price is 2012$. However, even though the average price of a Cyclocross bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Cyclocross bikes average weight
The average weight for Cyclocross bikes is 8.79 kg (19.38 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 7.88 kg (17.37 lbs), the CYCLO CROSS 9000 model is considerably lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Cyclocross bike weighs 11.55% more than CYCLO CROSS 9000.
CYCLO CROSS 9000 components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels size
The CYCLO CROSS 9000 2018 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Merida CYCLO CROSS 9000 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.