Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SPEEDER LITE
Suspension Fork
Speeder BC Alloy straight disc
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 SS
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 D
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-RS700 / Shimano SL-RS700 11
Cassette
Shimano CS-5800-11 11-28
Crank
Shimano 105 50-34 [BSA]
Bottom Bracket
BSA, threaded
Chain
KMC X11
Wheels
Front Hub
Bearing Centerlock
Rear Hub
Bearing Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA comp 22 disc pair
Spokes
Black stainless
Tires
Maxxis Detonator 28 60 fold
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M315 160 cen
Brake Levers
Shimano M315
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA Expert OS 600 Flat
Headset
Big Conoid S-bearing neck pro
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA Sport
Seatpost
MERIDA Expert SB15 31.6
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 47cm | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 59cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.64 mm | 1.71 mm | 1.73 mm |
| Front Center | 591 mm | 583 mm | 592 mm | 591 mm | 590 mm | 605 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 40 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 40 mm | 39 mm |
| Trail | 73 mm | 71 mm | 66 mm | 64 mm | 65 mm | 66 mm |
| Stack | 568 mm | 581 mm | 591 mm | 611 mm | 637 mm | 661 mm |
| Reach | 370 mm | 372 mm | 373 mm | 372 mm | 373 mm | 381 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 527 mm | 532 mm | 542 mm | 552 mm | 567 mm | 582 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 150 mm | 160 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm | 215 mm | 240 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1020 mm | 1011 mm | 1021 mm | 1020 mm | 1019 mm | 1034 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 747 mm | 773 mm | 789 mm | 808 mm | 828 mm | 856 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
SPEEDER 400 is a Merida Speeder model. Merida launched 90 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2017, by clicking on this link.
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.
Average price for Fitness bikes
If you want an acceptable Fitness bike you should know that the average price is 656$. However, even though the average price of a Fitness bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Average weight for Fitness bikes
Fitness bikes have an average weight of 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.
Merida SPEEDER 400 it’s weighing 10.1 kg (22.27 lbs). At this weight, is considerably lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 11.29% lighter than the average weight of Fitness bikes.
SPEEDER 400 components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
The SPEEDER 400 2017 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The SPEEDER 400 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.