Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Ultegra, 105
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 2 × 11
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SPEEDER LITE II, material: aluminium, 700C wheelsize, 100x9/135x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
MERIDA SPEEDER CF2, Tapered, material: carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra, GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-RS700
Cassette
Shimano CS-R7000, 11-32 teeth, 11 speed
Crank
Shimano Ultegra, 50-34 teeth, 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
Joytech D481SBT-SC-CL, 100x9mm width front hub, 28 spoke holes, centerlock
Rear Hub
Joytech D482TSBT-SC-CL, 135x9mm width rear hub, 28 spoke holes, centerlock
Rims
MERIDA EXPERT SL, 17mm inner width, 22mm height, material: aluminium
Spokes
Double Butted Black stainless
Tires
Maxxis Detonator, 700x32C, fold
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT-500
Brake Levers
Shimano MT-501
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, 600mm width, Flat
Headset
MERIDA M2331 Neck
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA COMP SL, V-mount, incl. MERIDA minitool
Seatpost
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: carbon, 30,9mm diameter, 15mm setback
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | SM/MD | MD/LG | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.57 mm |
| Front Center | 610 mm | 621 mm | 623 mm | 627 mm | 635 mm | 644 mm | 658 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 78 mm | 79 mm | 76 mm | 74 mm | 70 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Stack | 558 mm | 568 mm | 579 mm | 591 mm | 612 mm | 637 mm | 661 mm |
| Reach | 387 mm | 395 mm | 398 mm | 404 mm | 410 mm | 416 mm | 422 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 551 mm | 561 mm | 567 mm | 577 mm | 589 mm | 603 mm | 616 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 470 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 150 mm | 160 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm | 215 mm | 240 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1046 mm | 1057 mm | 1059 mm | 1063 mm | 1071 mm | 1080 mm | 1094 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 725 mm | 750 mm | 775 mm | 793 mm | 812 mm | 834 mm | 861 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
SPEEDER 900 is a Merida Speeder model. Merida launched 90 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Speeder bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Merida SPEEDER 20 2020 has a starting price of 596$. Merida SPEEDER 500 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1399$.
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 Fitness bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Fitness bike is 656$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Fitness bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Fitness bikes average weight
The average weight for Fitness bikes is 11.24 kg (24.78 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Merida SPEEDER 900 it’s weighing 9.61 kg (21.19 lbs). At this weight, is much lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 16.96% lighter than the average weight of Fitness bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
SPEEDER 900 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 size
When leaving the production line, the SPEEDER 900 model has 700c aluminum wheels. 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
