Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra, 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 crabon straight disc
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra SS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra D
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-RS700 / Shimano SL-RS700 11
Cassette
Shimano CS-5800-11 11-28
Crank
FSA Gossamer 50-34 Mega (BSA)
Bottom Bracket
BSA, threaded
Chain
KMC X11
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula Centerlock / Formula Centerlock casette 11
Rear Hub
Formula Centerlock / Formula Centerlock casette 11
Rims
MERIDA comp 22 disc
Spokes
Black stainless
Tires
Maxxis Detonator 28 60 fold
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano T445 160 cen
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA pro OS 600 Flat
Headset
FSA BB410P/55E
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA Sport 5
Seatpost
MERIDA carbon H SB15 27.2
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 | 582 mm | 591 mm | 591 mm | 590 mm | 605 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 39 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 40 mm | 39 mm |
| Trail | 73 mm | 72 mm | 67 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 | 1010 mm | 1020 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 | 772 mm | 789 mm | 807 mm | 828 mm | 856 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
SPEEDER 500 is a Merida Speeder model. Merida launched 90 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2016 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Fitness bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Fitness bike is 656$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Fitness bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Fitness bikes average weight
Fitness bikes weigh an average of 11.24 kg (24.78 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
considerably lighter than average, SPEEDER 500 has a weight of 9.8 kg (21.61 lbs). To sum up, it’s 14.69% lighter than the average weight of Fitness bikes.
SPEEDER 500 components
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the SPEEDER 500 model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Merida SPEEDER 500 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.