Merida CROSSWAY L 20-MD 2020
2020 Urban
Estimate price |
622$
Weight | 14.7 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Acera, Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
160cm - 172cm
MD
166cm - 179cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
CROSSWAY SPEED L, material: aluminium, 700C wheelsize, 135x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NEX HLO, Coil, 63mm suspension travel, lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-M360
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-TY710
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF500
Cassette
Sunrace CSM668, 11-32 teeth, 8 speed
Crank
Shimano TY301, 48-38-28 teeth, 170 mm-XXS/SM, 175 mm-ML/XXL
Bottom Bracket
FSA TH-7420ST-W, Cartridge Bearing
Chain
KMC M700
Wheels
Rims
MERIDA CC, 17mm inner width, material: aluminium
Tires
MERIDA K1171
Brakes
Brakes
Promax MTD-3.0 disc
Brake Levers
Shimano ST-EF500
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT10
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA CC, material: aluminium, 660mm width, 25mm rise
Headset
FSA TH888/NO.10
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA Cross Sport
Seatpost
MERIDA TK, 27.2mm diameter, 13mm setback, 40mm seatpost suspension travel
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.6 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Front Center | 632 mm | 637 mm | 647 mm |
| Rake | 63 mm | 60 mm | 63 mm |
| Trail | 54 mm | 57 mm | 54 mm |
| Stack | 614 mm | 619 mm | 619 mm |
| Reach | 384 mm | 390 mm | 397 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 572 mm | 582 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 135 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1080 mm | 1085 mm | 1095 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 597 mm | 596 mm | 597 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 160 cm | 166 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm |
Model Overview
CROSSWAY L 20-MD is a Merida Crossway model. 210 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Merida Crossway bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Merida CROSSWAY 10-V 2020 has a starting price of 487$. Merida CROSSWAY URBAN 300 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1010$.
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.
Hybrid bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Hybrid bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 562$. However, even though the average price of a Hybrid bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Merida released this model in 2020, its price was 566$. If we compare this with the average Hybrid bike cost we notice that the price is 0.71% higher.
Average weight for Hybrid bikes
The average weight for Hybrid bikes is 13.85 kg (30.53 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.
Merida CROSSWAY L 20-MD it’s weighing 14.7 kg (32.41 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. In other words, this model is 6.14% heavier than the average Hybrid bike.
CROSSWAY L 20-MD components
Fork
The CROSSWAY L 20-MD comes factory-installed with the SunTour NEX fork. This has a travel range of 63mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the CROSSWAY L 20-MD bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Merida CROSSWAY L 20-MD has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
There are 3 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 151 cm – 179 cm (4.95 ft – 5.87 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.