SRAM Rival hydraulic disc brake with 160mm rotors

Full carbon tapered fork with 12mm through axle

MERIDA Expert double butted 6061 aluminium compact drop, oversize clamp

Fulcrum Gravel wheelset with 12mm through axles

Maxxis Gravel 35c semi slick tyre folding tyre with Maxxis silkworm technology and puncture protection

Merida SILEX 9000

The Merida Silex is a versatile gravel bike praised for its competent off-road performance, comfortable ride, and mtb-like geometry that sets it apart. It offers a good gear range for varied terrain, impressive ride comfort, and is well-specced for the money. However, some models may feel sluggish when sprinting, and the absence of frames for shorter riders and certain component specs have been noted as drawbacks.

MSRP
Where to Buy	— $1 At
Category	Gravel
Weight	18.0 lbs

Frame
	Carbon
Wheels	Aluminum
Wheel Size	700c
	SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc


	Force
Drivetrain	1 × 11
Brand Site	merida-bikes.com
Summary	The Merida SILEX 9000 is a gravel bike with high-end components and sram rival hydraulic disc brakes.

Frame	SILEX CF2
Fork	Full carbon tapered fork with 12mm through axle
Headset	Silex
Handlebar	MERIDA Expert double butted 6061 aluminium compact drop, oversize clamp
Saddle	Prologo Scratch 2 Tirox, 142mm
Seatpost	MERIDA carbon Team S-Flex 30.9mm Type: Rigid
Pedals	Not included

Rear Derailleur	SRAM Force one
Crank	SRAM Force 44 teeth
Shifters	SRAM Force, 11 speed
Cassette	SRAM XG1150, 11 speed, 10-42 teeth
Chain	KMC X11-1
Brakes	SRAM Rival hydraulic disc brake with 160mm rotors Type: SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc
Brake Levers	SRAM Force one

Rims	Fulcrum Gravel wheelset with 12mm through axles
Tires	Maxxis Gravel 35c semi slick tyre folding tyre with Maxxis silkworm technology and puncture protection