SILEX 600

SILEX 600

 

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  • THIS IS AN ARCHIVED MODEL

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    • material: aluminium
    • 700x38C / 650Bx45C max.WHS
    • 100x12/142x12mm axle standard
    • BB86 bottom bracket standard
    frame size XS, S, M, L, XL
    color GLOSSY BLACK (MATT BLACK)
    • Tapered
    • material: carbon
    • 700x38C / 650Bx45C max. wheelsize
    brake lever Sram Apex1
    headset MERIDA M2331
    • material: aluminium
    • 400mm (XS-S), 420mm (M), 440mm (L/XL)
    • material: aluminium
    • 31.8mm diameter
    • -8° stem angle
    • 80 mm all sizes
    grip MERIDA ROAD EXPERT
    derailleur (r) Sram Apex1
    shifters Sram Apex1 HRD
    • material: aluminium
    • 30.9mm diameter
    • 0mm setback
    seat clamp MERIDA EXPERT
    chain KMC X11
    • 40 teeth
    • 170 mm-XS/S, 172,5 mm-M, 175 mm-L/XL
    crank 170 mm-XS/S, 172,5 mm-M, 175 mm-L/XL
    • 11-42 teeth
    • 11 speed
    bottom bracket Sram Pressfit PF86
    • 100x12mm width front hub
    • 32 spoke holes
    • 6 bolt
    • 142x12mm width rear hub
    • 32 spoke holes
    • 6 bolt
    • 19mm inner width
    • 24mm height
    • material: aluminium
    • 700x38C
    • fold
    • TR
    • EXO
    • 700x38C
    • fold
    • TR
    • EXO
    • including removeable lever, 6/4mm allen key
    spokes Black stainless

    weighed with 700C wheels and at frame size M, without pedals

    max. weight 120 kg
    manual MERIDA Manual
    Bike Frame Geometry Image
    Frame Size XS S M L XL
    Tyre Sizes 28" 28" 28" 28" 28"
    ST seat tube [mm] 440 470 500 530 560
    TT top tube [mm] 548 554 579 600 620
    CS chain stay length [mm] 430 430 430 430 430
    HTA head tube angle [°] 71 71 71 71 71
    STA seat tube angle [°] 74 74 74 74 74
    BD bottom bracket drop [mm] 75 75 75 75 75
    HT head tube [mm] 160 180 200 220 240
    FL fork length [mm] 397 397 397 397 397
    R reach [mm] 380 380 400 415 430
    S stack [mm] 587 606 625 644 663
    WB wheel base [mm] 1027 1034 1060 1082 1103
    SH stand over height [mm] 716 744 772 799 826
    Bike Frame Geometry Image
    No. Item-No. Name Info Pieces Torque NM
    1 A2300000227 SCREW M3x0.5 L10mm 1 3~4
    2 A2300000226 SCREW M3x0.5 L16mm 1 3~4
    3 A2302000018 NUT for rear axle M12x1,5 1
    4 A2311000062 RD-HANGER DH - 054 for ROAD-RD 1
    5 A2240000010 CABLE GUIDE for FD 1
    6 A2298000093 SCREW M4x0.7 L6mm 1 3~4

    To reduce production and delivery times, we are sometimes forced to make last-minute specification changes. Please be aware that those changes might not be reflected on these product pages and images.

     

    HIGHLIGHTS

    The SILEX is available in two options. The 'classic' SILEX standing on 700c wheels, being the perfect 'all-road' bike which loves lanes, forest tracks and gravel or the new more 'rugged' SILEX+ version, which can easily tackle more demanding terrain due to its more burly 650B wheels and 45 mm tyres. The choice is yours. Both options are based on the same frame, so wheels are exchangeable at a later date.

    As standard, the SILEX comes with 700x38c tyres and the SILEX+ with 650Bx45c. The maximum tyre size for 700c wheels is 42 mm (road profile) while with 650B wheels being fitted, tyres up to 50 mm wide road profile tyres on the carbon and up to 42 mm on the aluminium bikes can be run.

    In line with the design ethos of versatility and go anywhere, the SILEX is available with a wide range of luggage and accessory options, including frame bags and big saddle packs. The frame features fender mounts on the rear triangle as well as on the fork, transferring the SILEX quickly and easily into a fast training bike for the winter or a versatile commuting and touring bike.

    The majority of SILEX models are fitted with 1x drivetrains for simplicity, resulting in weight reduction and fewer moving parts. A 1x can deliver 98 % of the gear range of a 50-34 compact chainset with an 11-32 road set up.

    Lightweight carbon or sophisticated aluminium frame options. Key differences, other than construction materials, are that the carbon frame has a lower weight and is equipped with an integrated seat post clamp to minimise turbulence at the top tube.

    Technologies

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    PROLITE 66 TRIPLE BUTTED ALUMINUM

    When creating high-end aluminium frames, we use our proven PROLITE 66 (6066) aluminium, as it is incredibly light and durable. In addition, it works exceptionally well with our hydroforming technology, allowing us to create complex shapes, featuring triple butted wall thicknesses, an almost carbon-like appearance and the best possible stiffness-to-weight ratio. While lesser alloys might be cheaper, it is the ideal choice for high-performance bicycle frames.

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    HFS - HYDRO FORMING SYSTEM

    ‘C-Mount’ equipped bikes have the fixing points for a rear rack already integrated (some bikes require model specific rear rack), making fitting fast, simple and reliable. 

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    X-TAPER HEADTUBE

    Steering precision is vital to safe and confident handling, and the X-TAPER HEADTUBE allows us to significantly boost this precision. A larger headset diameter at the bottom paired with a smaller one at the top helps to deal with the strains modern riding and equipment can put on the headtube, all without adding unnecessary weight. It allows tapered forks to be fitted with ease and delivers precise and confidence-inspiring steering.

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    SMOOTH WELDING

    This is a process we use to give a nice flat finish to our welds instead of the scaled, 'stack of coins' effect TIG welded joints often have. The welder uses the welding torch to go over the joint twice, helping to smooth out the filler material. It takes a lot of skill to do this, but it delivers strong and smart-looking frames that have the appearance of a carbon fibre frame at first look.

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    INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING

    On the majority of our frames, we run the gear and brake cables and hoses through the frame. The cables enter and exit the frame through smooth sockets, or we use one of our other systems like SMART ENTRY or WIRE PORT to be routed through. Running the cables inside the frame protects them from the elements, gives a clean and neat look and can offer aerodynamic advantages.

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    DOWN TUBE EXIT

    DOWN TUBE EXIT is a feature seen on some of our frames with internally routed cables. By slightly overlapping the downtube where it connects to the bottom bracket, it leaves a small space that allows cables to exit easily. This means they are easily accessible for routine maintenance or replacement, but it prevents excessive movement and noise that can cause wear and distraction.

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    F-MOUNT

    Being able to turn your bike into an all-weather commuter that has mudguards and other fittings can be a real plus, in particular when riding on wet and perhaps muddy roads and tracks on a regular basis. To make fitting easy, some of our bikes are F-MOUNT equipped. These integrated fittings mounts make adding mudguards fast and simple. Please note that some bikes require model-specific mudguards.

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    C-MOUNT

    Similar to our F-MOUNT, where various fixing points for mudguards are part of the frame offering, the C-MOUNT equipped bikes have the fixing points for a rear rack already integrated, making fitting fast, simple and reliable. The C-MOUNTS are an additional feature that improves the day-to-day versatility by adding loading capacity to your bike, ideal for commuting and shopping trips. Please note that some bikes require model-specific rear racks.

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