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SCULTURA 9000-E
A carbon frame race bike with ultra high-end components and sram red hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
£8,600($11,535)| Weight | 15.2 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | RED AXS |
| Power Meter | Red AXS |
| Brakes | SRAM RED Hydraulic 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
Dec 2021 · Stu Kerton
Pro-level performance with excellent comfort, draped in all the bling you could want, for a decent price
Great ride quality
Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 works like a dream
Precise handling
Integrated cockpit limits adjustability
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
| Frame | SCULTURA DISC CF4, material: carbon, 700x28C max. wheelsize, 100x12/ 142x12mm axle standard, 386 bottom bracket standard BB Standard: 386EVO, 86mm, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | SCULTURA CF4 disc, 700x28C max. wheelsize |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM Pressfit Dub, 386 |
| Headset | FSA NO.44/CF neck |
| Stem | MERIDA EXPERT CC, 31.8mm diameter, material: aluminium, -5° stem angle, 80 mm-XXS/XS, 90 mm-S, 100 mm-SM/ML, 110 mm-L/XL |
| Handlebar | MERIDA Team SL, material: carbon, 380mm (XXS), 400mm (XS-S), 420mm (S/M-M/L-L-XL) |
| Saddle | SCRATCH M5 |
| Seatpost | MERIDA TEAM SL, 27.2mm diameter, 15mm setback, Carbon, S-Flex Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Red eTAP AXS, SS |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM Red eTAP AXS |
| Crank | SRAM Red eTap AXS, Power Meter, 50-37 teeth, 165 mm-XXS, 170 mm-XS/S, 172.5 mm-SM/ML, 175 mm-L/XL |
| Power Meter | SRAM Red eTap AXS, Power Meter, 50-37 teeth, 165 mm-XXS, 170 mm-XS/S, 172.5 mm-SM/ML, 175 mm-L/XL |
| Shifters | SRAM Red eTAP AXS HRD |
| Cassette | CS XG 1290 D1, 10-33 teeth, 12 speed |
| Chain | SRAM Red chain |
| Brakes | SRAM ED Red eTAP AXS, Hydraulic disc Type: SRAM RED Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM ED Red eTAP AXS |
| Rims | DT Swiss PRC 1400 Spline DB 35, 100x12mm width front hub, 142x12mm width rear hub, 18mm inner width, 35mm height, Centerlock, material: carbon, Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves included) |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | MERIDA EXPERT SL, including removable lever, 6/4mm allen key |
| Rear Hub | MERIDA EXPERT SL, including removable lever, 6/4mm allen key |
| Tires | Front: Continental Grand Prix 5000, 700x25C, fold, Rear: Continental Grand Prix 5000, 700x25C, fold |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM DB ROTOR CLX R CNTRLOCK, 160mm |
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Last updated December 22
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