Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SCULTURA CF3 V, material: carbon, 700x30C max. wheelsize, 100x12/ 142x12mm axle standard, Pressfit 86,5, MUK 38 (Shimano direct mount)/ MUK 39 Hanger
Suspension Fork
SCULTURA CF3 Disc, material: carbon, 700x30C max. wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105, GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 Disc
Cassette
Shimano CS-R7000, 11-30 teeth, 11 speed
Crank
Shimano 105, 50-34 teeth, 165 mm-XXS/XS, 170 mm-S, 172.5 mm-M, 175 mm-L/XL
Bottom Bracket
SM-BB71-41B, Pressfit 86.5
Chain
KMC X11
Wheels
Front Hub
MERIDA EXPERT SL, including removable lever, 6/4mm allen key
Rear Hub
MERIDA EXPERT SL, including removable lever, 6/4mm allen key
Rims
MERIDA TEAM SL45, 100x12mm width front hub, 142x12mm width rear hub, 19mm inner width, 45mm height, Centerlock, material: carbon
Tires
Continental Ultra Sport III, 700x28C, fold
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 105, Hydraulic Disc
Brake Levers
Shimano 105
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT54, 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
FSA SMR ACR, material: aluminium, -6° stem angle, 90 mm-XXS/XS, 100 mm-S, 110 mm-M, 120 mm-L/XL
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT SL, material: aluminium, 380mm(XXS), 400mm (XS-S), 420mm (M), 440mm (L-XL)
Headset
FSA ACR
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA EXPERT SL, V-mount, incl. MERIDA minitool
Seatpost
MERIDA EXPERT CC, 27.2mm diameter, 15mm setback, Carbon
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.37 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 266 mm | 266 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm |
| Front Center | 587 mm | 584 mm | 590 mm | 591 mm | 601 mm | 611 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 46 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 71 mm | 61 mm | 60 mm | 53 mm | 52 mm | 50 mm |
| Stack | 518 mm | 530 mm | 543 mm | 558 mm | 572 mm | 594 mm |
| Reach | 378 mm | 384 mm | 391 mm | 396 mm | 401 mm | 410 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 521 mm | 536 mm | 546 mm | 561 mm | 576 mm | 591 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 435 mm | 458 mm | 481 mm | 501 mm | 521 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 112 mm | 128 mm | 140 mm | 155 mm | 176 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 409 mm | 409 mm | 409 mm | 409 mm | 409 mm | 409 mm |
| Wheelbase | 986 mm | 983 mm | 990 mm | 991 mm | 1001 mm | 1011 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Standover Height | 722 mm | 746 mm | 766 mm | 783 mm | 801 mm | 824 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
SCULTURA LIMITED is a Merida Scultura model. Merida launched 214 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Scultura bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
Merida SCULTURA RIM 100 2022 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1077$. On the other hand, Merida SCULTURA 10K 2022, is the most expensive and costs 12164$.
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 Race bikes
If you want an acceptable Race bike you should know that the average price is 3350$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Race bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Merida released this model in 2022, its price was 3649$. If we compare this with the average Race bike cost we notice that the price is 8.93% higher.
SCULTURA LIMITED components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels
The SCULTURA LIMITED 2022 bike is equipped with 700c carbon wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Merida SCULTURA LIMITED is equipped 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.