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 Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SCULTURA CF2, material: carbon, 700x25C max. wheelsize, 100x9/ 135x9mm axle standard, Pressfit bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
SCULTURA RIM CF2
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
SM-BB71-41B, Pressfit 86.5
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 EXPERT SL, 17mm inner width, 22mm height, material: aluminium
Spokes
Double Butted Black stainless
Tires
Continental Ultra Sport III, 700x25C, fold
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 105
Brake Levers
Shimano 105
Cockpit
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, incl. MERIDA minitool
Seatpost
MERIDA EXPERT CC, 27.2mm diameter, 15mm setback, Carbon
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 4XS | XXXS | XXS | XS | SM | SM/MD | MD/LG | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.38 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.55 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 266 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm |
| Front Center | 575 mm | 583 mm | 583 mm | 584 mm | 580 mm | 586 mm | 596 mm | 606 mm | 615 mm |
| Rake | 55 mm | 60 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 64 mm | 52 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 63 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 53 mm |
| Stack | 490 mm | 496 mm | 516 mm | 526 mm | 539 mm | 552 mm | 571 mm | 590 mm | 616 mm |
| Reach | 356 mm | 364 mm | 373 mm | 370 mm | 372 mm | 383 mm | 387 mm | 391 mm | 398 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 488 mm | 497 mm | 512 mm | 517 mm | 527 mm | 542 mm | 557 mm | 572 mm | 587 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 410 mm | 440 mm | 470 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 72 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm | 215 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970 mm | 979 mm | 979 mm | 980 mm | 976 mm | 982 mm | 992 mm | 1002 mm | 1011 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Standover Height | 643 mm | 664 mm | 694 mm | 712 mm | 742 mm | 761 mm | 780 mm | 799 mm | 827 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
SCULTURA RIM 4000 belongs to the Merida Scultura model. 214 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Scultura bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Merida SCULTURA RIM 100 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1077$. On the other hand, Merida SCULTURA 10K 2023, is the most expensive and costs 12164$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Race bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Race bike is 3350$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Race bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
SCULTURA RIM 4000 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 size
The wheels on SCULTURA RIM 4000 are the 700c aluminum type. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Merida SCULTURA RIM 4000 has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.