Merlin CX-04 Shimano 105 R7000 Carbon Cross Bike 2021
2021 Road
Estimate price |
2,979$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 R7000
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 R7000
Cassette
Miche Primato - 11/30T
Crank
Shimano 105 R7000 - 34/50T
Chain
Shimano - 11 Speed
Wheels
Rims
Merlin GDA-1 - 700c
Tires
Vittoria Terreno Mix - 700x33mm
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-R7070 Hydraulic Disc
Cockpit
Stem
Control Tech
Handlebar
Control Tech CLS
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia Nepal
Seatpost
Control Tech
Model Overview
CX-04 Shimano 105 R7000 Carbon Cross Bike is part of the Merlin Cx 04 model. Merlin launched 4 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Merlin Cx 04 bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
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.
Cyclocross bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Cyclocross bike is 2012$. However, even though the average price of a Cyclocross bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2675$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that CX-04 Shimano 105 R7000 Carbon Cross Bike price is 32.95% higher than the average cost of a Cyclocross 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
The wheels on CX-04 Shimano 105 R7000 Carbon Cross Bike are the 700c aluminum type. 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. Merlin CX-04 Shimano 105 R7000 Carbon Cross Bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.