Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
REACTO CF3
Suspension Fork
Reacto Carbon pro-direct
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 SS
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 D
Shift Levers
Shimano 105
Cassette
Shimano CS-5800-11 11-28
Crank
FSA Gossamer Pro 52-36 [386]
Bottom Bracket
386EVO, 86mm, press-fit
Chain
KMC X11
Wheels
Front Hub
Road seal Bearing
Rear Hub
Road seal Bearing
Rims
MERIDA Expert 35 CW pair
Spokes
Double Butted Black stainless
Tires
Continental Ultra Sport II 25 fold
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 105-direct
Brake Levers
Shimano 105
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA Expert Compact road OS
Headset
B47-4856 bearing neck pro
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA Race
Seatpost
Reacto carbon Race [Di2 ready]
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 47cm | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 59cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.38 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.48 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 275 mm | 275 mm | 275 mm | 275 mm | 275 mm | 275 mm |
| Front Center | 577 mm | 581 mm | 587 mm | 597 mm | 611 mm | 622 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 40 mm | 49 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 69 mm | 62 mm | 56 mm | 61 mm | 51 mm | 56 mm |
| Stack | 516 mm | 529 mm | 542 mm | 561 mm | 580 mm | 604 mm |
| Reach | 373 mm | 381 mm | 392 mm | 402 mm | 400 mm | 408 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 522 mm | 537 mm | 547 mm | 562 mm | 577 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 72 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 109 mm | 124 mm | 139 mm | 159 mm | 184 mm | 209 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm |
| Wheelbase | 976 mm | 980 mm | 986 mm | 996 mm | 1010 mm | 1021 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 61 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Standover Height | 744 mm | 770 mm | 787 mm | 804 mm | 826 mm | 852 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
REACTO 4000 is part of the Merida Reacto model. 111 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Reacto bikes models from 2017, here.
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.
Aero bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Aero bike is 4211$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Aero bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Average weight for Aero bikes
Aero bikes weigh an average of 7.34 kg (16.18 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Merida REACTO 4000 it’s weighing 8.49 kg (18.72 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 15.67% heavier than the average weight of Aero bikes.
REACTO 4000 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
When leaving the production line, the REACTO 4000 model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The REACTO 4000 has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.