2021 Merida

REACTO 4000

A carbon frame aero bike with upper mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

£2,250($2,849)
Weight18.7 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
Groupset105
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Gearing

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Lowest gear

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41 mph

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40 mph

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Reviews
Cyclist
Merida Reacto 4000 review

Jan 2022 · Matthew Loveridge

Merida's most affordable aero bike retains the pro machine's best qualities

Highs
  • Exciting

  • Racy ride

  • Comfortable

  • Super-clean design

Lows
  • Basic wheels

  • Non-tubeless tyres

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BikeRadar
Merida Reacto 4000 review

Aug 2021 · Matthew Loveridge

The Reacto is a star performer on the road and it’s good enough to justify big upgrades down the line

Highs
  • Superbike-like ride

  • Ultra-modern design

  • Clean cockpit

Lows
  • Better wheels and tyres would really let it shine

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Bikerumor
2021 Merida Reacto aero road bike is faster, more comfortable & more versatile, ready for any race!

Jul 2020

Merida's Reacto aero road bike enters gen 4 with an all-new lightweight carbon frameset that is faster than ever, while adding even more versatility...

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Gran Fondo Magazine
2021 MERIDA REACTO in review – An aerodynamic jack of all trades?

Jul 2020 · By

The brand new 2021 MERIDA REACTO in review. Aerodynamic optimisation, ample tire clearance and comfort!

Highs
  • Very composed

  • Good vibration damping

  • All-round abilities

  • Cable routing and level of integration

Lows
  • Front end susceptible to crosswinds

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Cycling News
Merida Reacto LTD review

Mar 2020 · Graham Cottingham

One month into our longterm test and the Merida Reacto LTD road bike is already impressing us

Highs
  • Effortless straight-line speed

  • Scything high-speed cornering capabilities

  • Dampening when dealing with large impacts

Lows
  • Doesn't come with tubeless tyres as standard

  • The rear light is far from reliable

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road.cc
Merida Reacto Disc 4000

Jun 2019 · Stu Kerton

A fast machine with sorted geometry, but its firm ride won't appeal to all

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Cycling Weekly
Merida Reacto Disc 6000

Dec 2018 · Paul Norman

We’ve ridden the latest version of Merida’s aero bike, complete with disc brakes

Highs
  • Efficient aero frameset

  • Superb groupset

  • Above average adjustability for an aero bike

Lows
  • Some buffeting in crosswinds

  • Quite high geared

  • Spacers under stem can move around

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

REACTO CF3 IV, material: carbon, 700x30C max. wheelsize, 100x12/ 142x12mm axle standard, BB86,5 bottom bracket standard

BB StandardBB86/BB92, 86.5mm, Press Fit

Tire Clearance30c

Fork

REACTO CF5 IV DISC, material: carbon, 700x30C max. wheelsize

Bottom Bracket

SM-BB71-41B, Pressfit 86.5

Headset

FSA ACR

Stem

FSA SMR ACR, material: aluminium, -6° stem angle, 90 mm-XXS/XS, 100 mm-S, 110 mm-M, 120 mm-L/XL

Handlebar

MERIDA EXPERT CW, material: aluminium, 380mm (XXS), 400mm (XS-S), 420mm (M), 440 (L-XL)

Saddle

MERIDA EXPERT CC

Seatpost

MERIDA TEAM CW, Aero shape, 15mm setback, Carbon

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano 105, GS

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105

Crank

Shimano 105, 52-36 teeth, 165 mm-XXS, 170 mm-XS/S, 172.5 mm-M, 175 mm-L/XL

Shifters

Shimano 105 disc

Cassette

Shimano CS-R7000, 11-30 teeth, 11 speed

Chain

KMC X11

Brakes

Shimano 105, Hydraulic disc

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano 105 R7000

Wheels
Rims

MERIDA EXPERT CW, 19mm inner width, 30mm height, material: aluminium, Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included)

Spokes

Double Butted Black stainless

Front Hub

VP CLK170F / VP 270SB, 100x12mm width front hub, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock, 12-142mm width rear hub, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock

Rear Hub

VP CLK170F / VP 270SB, 100x12mm width front hub, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock, 12-142mm width rear hub, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock

Tires

Front: Continental Ultra Sport III, 700x25C, fold, Rear: Continental Ultra Sport III, 700x25C, fold

Disc Rotors

Shimano RT54, 160mm

Accessories
Lights

REACTO light seat post + Battery

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