Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Wheels 700c -
Groupset Sora, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
RIDE LITE
Suspension Fork
Road carbon Race
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora SS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora D
Shift Levers
Shimano Sora
Cassette
Sunrace CS-9S 11-32
Crank
Shimano R345 50-34 [octa]
Chain
KMC M99
Wheels
Front Hub
Road seal Bearing
Rear Hub
Road seal Bearing
Rims
MERIDA comp SL 20 pair
Spokes
Black stainless
Tires
Maxxis Detonator 25 fold
Brakes
Brakes
MERIDA Road Comp
Brake Levers
Shimano Sora
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA Expert Compact road OS
Headset
Big Conoid semi neck pro
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA Race
Seatpost
MERIDA road comp SB12 27.2
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 44cm | 47cm | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 59cm | 62cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.62 mm | 1.64 mm | 1.62 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 271 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm |
| Front Center | 588 mm | 589 mm | 587 mm | 587 mm | 587 mm | 596 mm | 611 mm | 636 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 53 mm | 45 mm | 43 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 69 mm | 69 mm | 63 mm | 60 mm | 48 mm | 57 mm | 59 mm | 56 mm |
| Stack | 542 mm | 552 mm | 565 mm | 576 mm | 597 mm | 621 mm | 645 mm | 664 mm |
| Reach | 380 mm | 378 mm | 381 mm | 383 mm | 373 mm | 383 mm | 393 mm | 409 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 524 mm | 524 mm | 536 mm | 546 mm | 556 mm | 571 mm | 586 mm | 611 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 470 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm | 620 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 150 mm | 160 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm | 215 mm | 240 mm | 260 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm |
| Wheelbase | 995 mm | 996 mm | 994 mm | 994 mm | 994 mm | 1003 mm | 1018 mm | 1043 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 712 mm | 736 mm | 761 mm | 778 mm | 797 mm | 817 mm | 845 mm | 872 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
RIDE 200 belongs to the Merida Ride model. Merida launched 74 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Ride bikes models from 2017, here.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Endurance bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Endurance bike that is reliable is 2346$. However, even though the average price of an Endurance 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.
Endurance bikes average weight
Endurance bikes have an average weight of 8.2 kg (18.08 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 9.18 kg (20.24 lbs), the RIDE 200 model is considerably heavier than average. In other words, this model is 11.95% heavier than the average Endurance bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Merida RIDE 200 2017, has a 700c aluminum model. 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 RIDE 200 has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.