Merida Silex 400

Versatility never goes out of style. The SILEX 400 is an adventure-ready gravel bike that’s equally at home doing a rough commute or winter training laps, thanks to a durable aluminium frame, lightweight carbon fork and huge tyre clearance of 700 x 45 mm – or even 42 mm tyres with fenders. Our MTB-inspired geometry gives you huge confidence off-road, the huge number of mounts mean you’ll be able to carry what you need easily, and the durable Shimano 2x10-speed GRX groupset and brakes will make short work of the ups and downs.

The SILEX turns any ride into an adventure, whether you’re on a multi-day gravel bikepacking mission or just taking the fun route to work. With multiple test wins, press accolades, industry awards and even a World Championship title under its belt, our SILEX takes the off-road capability of gravel bikes to new heights, thanks to a slacker head angle and boosted tyre clearance of up to 700x45 mm or even 42 mm with fenders. We've combined that confident mountain bike-inspired handling with all-surface versatility so that it is utterly stable when loaded up with luggage but still fast and fun when you put the hammer down. With carbon and aluminium frame options, there's a SILEX to suit every budget, but they all share the multiple mounting points for fork cages, water bottles and accessories and other features that make this drop-bar do-everything machine so versatile. We’ve added our sleek WIRE PORT cable routing for improved looks – and fewer cables to catch on with a handlebar bag – and the carbon fibre fork used on all models now has more cargo mounts plus internal routing for a dynamo hub. With the ability to use 1x or 2x drivetrains, you can pick your gearing to suit the task at hand or your own personal preference, opening up a world of opportunity for you and your SILEX.

SPECIFICATION

FRAME: Lite II - 6066 triple butted hydroformed and smooth welded aluminium with internal cable routing. Tapered head tube, Inboard disc mounts. Threaded BB, 142 x 12mm axle standard, Max tyre size 700 x 45c (42c with mudguards)

FORK: Silex CF2 II; Full carbon; tapered steerer, 100 x 12mm axle standard; Max tyre size: 700 x 45c (42c with mudguards)

SHIFTERS: Shimano GRX400

FRONT DERAILLEUR: Shimano GRX400

REAR DERAILLEUR: Shimano GRX400

CHAIN: KMC X10

CHAINSET: Shimano GRX600; 46-30 tooth chainset. Crank length: 170mm (XS,S), 172.5mm (M), 175mm (L,XL)

CASSETTE: Shimano CS-HG50; 11-36 teeth; 10 speed

BRAKE LEVER: Shimano GRX400

FRONT BRAKE: Shimano GRX400 hydraulic disc brake caliper with Shimano RT10 180mm rotor

REAR BRAKE: Shimano GRX400 hydraulic disc brake caliper with Shimano RT10 180mm rotor

GRIP: Merida Road Expert

HANDLEBAR: Merida Expert GRII; aluminium; Width: 400mm (XS,S), 420mm (M) , 440mm (L/XL)

STEM: Merida Team CC III; aluminium; 31.8mm diameter; -6 degree rise. Stem length: 80mm all sizes

HEADSET: Merida-8158 Semi Integrated HS

PEDAL: Not included

SADDLE: Merida Comp SL with V-mount

SEAT POST: Merida Comp CC; aluminium; 27.2mm diameter; 5mm lay back

WHEEL SIZE: 700c

RIMS: Merida Expert SL II; 23mm inner rim width; 25mm rim depth; aluminium; Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included)

SPOKES: Black stainless

FRONT HUB: Joytech D981SB; 100x12mm; 32 spokes; centerlock with Merida Expert TR axle

REAR HUB: Joytech D872SB; 142x12mm; 32 spokes; centerlock with Merida Expert TR axle including removable 6/4mm allen key

FRONT TYRE: Maxxis Rambler; 700 x 45C; Kevlar bead, folding; TR; EXO

REAR TYRE: Maxxis Rambler; 700 x 45C; Kevlar bead, folding; TR; EXO

COLOUR: Green/Grey/Black

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