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SCULTURA 200
An aluminum frame race bike with mid-range components and promax mechanical disc brakes.
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A$1,599($1,144)| Weight | 21.9 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 9 |
| Groupset | Sora |
| Brakes | Promax Mechanical Disc |
Summary
The Merida Scultura is a versatile race bike that balances speed, comfort, and stability, making it suitable for both competitive racing and long-distance rides. It features quick handling, a comfortable ride quality, and room for wider tires, though some reviews note it may lack the precision and sprightliness of pure race bikes. The bike is often praised for its impressive spec and competitive pricing, but some models may have issues with seatpost flex or tire clearance.
Quick handling and stable geometry
Comfortable ride quality with vertical compliance
Room for wider tires (up to 35mm)
Competitive pricing and impressive spec
Versatile for both racing and endurance rides
Seatpost may flex too much
35mm tire clearance may be limiting for some
Lacks precision in tight handling scenarios
Not the lightest option in its category
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Dec 2021 · James Spender
The Merida Scultura V Team ticks a lot of boxes but is let down by too much vertical compliance, if such a thing is possible
Light
Great handling
Impressive spec
Seatpost may actually flex too much
Oct 2021 · Warren Rossiter
Lightweight and aero pro-tour rig with 12-speed Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 seriously impresses
Stunning spec
Swift, smooth and very special
Rattling valve
Team replica aesthetics not for everyone
Sep 2021 · Aaron Borrill
The fifth-generation Merida Scultura takes inspiration from its aero sibling, the Reacto, and the result is nothing short of brilliant. It's one of the fastest, most compliant climbing road bikes we've ever ridden
Fast, yet compliant
Lightweight
Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 groupset perfectly suited to the platform
Impeccable handling manners
Generous tyre clearance
Superlative communication and traction levels
Bahrain Victorious livery is not for everyone
No sprint/satellite shifters
Apr 2021 · Aaron Steinke
With the SCULTURA ENDURANCE CUSTOM, MERIDA present a unique bike build specifically for this test, taking a whole host of components from the gravel shelf. Is the exciting concept capable enough to ride to a win against 14 of the best road bikes of the 2021 season? Find the answer here!
Great off-road performance
Mounting points for mudguards
Versatile frameset allows a whole host of different builds
Large tire volume dulls on-road performance
Missing sprightliness compared to the test field
Jul 2020 · Cory Benson
Merida's all-new carbon Scultura Endurance ticks the all-road boxes, mixing race-ready handling with enough tire clearance to venture off-road onto gravel..
Dec 2019 · James Bracey
Merida's lower tier CF2 framed Scultura has a more comfortable and versatile appeal
Smooth, vibration killing ride
Spec
Neutral handling
Sharp edge to paint along top tube
May 2019 · Stu Kerton
An excellent frameset with a comfortable ride that could do with a few component tweaks
| Frame | SCULTURA DISC LITE BSA, material: aluminium, 700x28C max. wheelsize, 100x12/ 142x12mm axle standard, Pressfit bottom bracket standard BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Tire Clearance: 28c |
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| Fork | SCULTURA CF2 disc, 700x28C max. wheelsize |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA Mega Exo BSA |
| Headset | MERIDA M2339 Neck |
| Stem | MERIDA COMP CC, 31.8mm diameter, material: aluminium, -6° stem angle, 80 mm-XXS/XS, 90 mm-S, 100 mm-SM/ML, 110 mm-L/XL |
| Handlebar | MERIDA EXPERT SL, material: aluminium, 380mm(XXS), 400mm (XS-S), 420mm (S/M-M/L), 440mm (L-XL) |
| Saddle | MERIDA COMP SL, V-mount |
| Seatpost | MERIDA COMP CC, 27.2mm diameter, 12mm setback Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Sora, GS |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Sora |
| Crank | FSA Omega, 50-34 teeth, 165 mm-XXS, 170 mm-XS/S, 172.5 mm-SM/ML, 175 mm-L/XL |
| Shifters | Shimano Sora |
| Cassette | Microshift CS-9S, 11-28 teeth, 9 speed |
| Chain | KMC M99 |
| Brakes | Promax DSK-330R, Mechanical disc Type: Promax Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Sora |
| Rims | MERIDA COMP SL, 17mm inner width, 22mm height, material: aluminium, Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included) |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Black stainless |
| Front Hub | Joytech D791SB / Joytech D142TSE, 100x12mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, 6 bolt, 135x9mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, 6 bolt |
| Rear Hub | Joytech D791SB / Joytech D142TSE, 100x12mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, 6 bolt, 135x9mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, 6 bolt |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Pursuer, 700x25C, fold, Rear: Maxxis Pursuer, 700x25C, fold |
| Disc Rotors | Promax 160G, 160mm |
First added August 28
Last updated April 10
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