Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SCULTURA LITE BSA, material: aluminium, 700x25C max. wheelsize, 100x9/ 135x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
SCULTURA RIM CF2, 700x25C max. wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105, GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shift Levers
Shimano 105
Cassette
Shimano CS-R7000, 11-30 teeth, 11 speed
Crank
Shimano 105, 50-34 teeth, 165 mm-4S/3S/XXS, 170 mm-XS/S, 172.5 mm-SM/ML, 175 mm-L/XL
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-RS500 BSA
Chain
KMC X11
Wheels
Front Hub
Road seal bearing, 100x9mm width front hub, 24 spoke holes, 130x9mm width rear hub, 28 spoke holes
Rear Hub
Road seal bearing, 100x9mm width front hub, 24 spoke holes, 130x9mm width rear hub, 28 spoke holes
Rims
MERIDA COMP SL, 17mm inner width, 24mm height, material: aluminium
Spokes
Double Butted Black stainless
Tires
Front: Maxxis Pursuer, 700x25C, fold, Rear: Maxxis Pursuer, 700x25C, fold
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 105
Brake Levers
Shimano 105
Cockpit
Stem
MERIDA EXPERT CC, 31.8mm diameter, material: aluminium, -5° stem angle, 70 mm-4S/3S, 80 mm-XXS/XS, 90 mm-S, 100 mm-SM/ML, 110 mm-L/XL
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT SL, material: aluminium, 380mm(XXS), 400mm (XS-S), 420mm (S/M-M/L), 440mm (L-XL)
Headset
MERIDA M2331
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA COMP SL, V-mount
Seatpost
MERIDA EXPERT CC, 27.2mm diameter, 15mm setback, Carbon
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | SM/MD | MD/LG | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.54 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm |
| Front Center | 584 mm | 580 mm | 586 mm | 596 mm | 606 mm | 615 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 68 mm | 63 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 53 mm |
| Stack | 531 mm | 544 mm | 557 mm | 576 mm | 595 mm | 621 mm |
| Reach | 375 mm | 377 mm | 388 mm | 392 mm | 396 mm | 403 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 522 mm | 532 mm | 547 mm | 562 mm | 577 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 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 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 140 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm | 215 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm |
| Wheelbase | 985 mm | 981 mm | 987 mm | 997 mm | 1007 mm | 1016 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Standover Height | 722 mm | 746 mm | 764 mm | 781 mm | 800 mm | 828 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
SCULTURA RIM 400 is a Merida Scultura model. 214 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Merida SCULTURA RIM 100 2022 has a starting price of 1077$. Merida SCULTURA 10K 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 12164$.
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.
Race bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Race bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3350$. However, even though the average price of a Race bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1624$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that SCULTURA RIM 400 price is 106.28% lower than the average cost of a Race bike.
SCULTURA RIM 400 components
Fork material
SCULTURA RIM 400 has a carbon fork, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
The SCULTURA RIM 400 2022 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.