MERIDA Silex 7000 2024
Pricing
OUR PRICE £2999.00
*Delivery Restrictions
| Model Year | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Options | Size: XS; Colour: Black/Bronze/Gold; CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE Size: S; Colour: Black/Bronze/Gold; CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE Size: M; Colour: Black/Bronze/Gold; CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE Size: L; Colour: Black/Bronze/Gold; CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE Size: XL; Colour: Black/Bronze/Gold; AVAILABLE TO ORDER FROM SUPPLIER |
| Style | Every wondered what's over that horizon? The SILEX 7000 is the perfect way to find out. The incredibly off-road capable carbon frame and fork are paired with Shimano's benchmark GRX 12-speed mechanical groupset and a reliable Easton EA70 AX aluminium wheelset to deliver a high-performance but superb value gravel adventure machine. Whether you're heading into the unknown or exploring your backyard, the blend of multi-mount versatility and confident mountain bike-inspired handling will have you covered. 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. The latest version builds on the test-winning pedigree of the original SILEX but adds even more off-road capability, thanks to a slacker head angle and boosted tyre clearance. With carbon and aluminium frame options, there's a SILEX to suit every budget, but all of them share the multiple mounting points that lend themselves so well to this drop-bar do-everything machine. SILEX features 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. Highlights - Lightweight carbon frame with dropped chainstay for 700x45mm clearance - Multiple mounting points for cages, bags and fenders - WIRE PORT internal cable routing for clean looks and scuff free bag fitting - Carbon fork with cargo mounting points and routing for dynamo hub - Relaxed head angle and MTB-style geometry for off-road stability - Shimano GRX 12-speed gravel groupset - Easton EA70 AX wheels: MTB durability for gravel, with welded tubeless ready rims that boast a generous 24mm internal rim width optimised for 35 to 50c tyres - Under-saddle pouch with MERIDA multitool Details NANO MATRIX CARBON A special kind of carbon fibre where extremely tiny, nano-scale particles are added to the resin that binds the individual carbon fibres together. These then work on a molecular level to protect them from damage. It's so effective that it can actually increase the finished carbon fibre's impact resistance by up to 40%, allowing us to build stronger and lighter composite frames that result in a faster and tougher bike. X-TAPER HEADTUBE Steering precision is vital to safe and confident handling, and the X-TAPER HEADTUBE allows us to significantly boost this precision. A larger headset diameter at the bottom paired with a smaller one at the top helps to deal with the strains modern riding and equipment can put on the headtube, all without adding unnecessary weight. It allows tapered forks to be fitted with ease and delivers precise and confidence-inspiring steering. INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING Running the brake and gear cables inside the frame protects them from the elements, gives a clean and neat look and can offer aerodynamic advantages. DISC COOLER Used on our carbon fibre road and gravel bikes, DISC COOLER is a finned piece of forged aluminium that sits between the brake calliper and frame. The aluminium piece helps to draw heat from the braking system and radiates it away quickly. It reduces the temperatures by up to 35% and helps to keep your brakes working at their best for improved control and performance on long descents and under heavy braking.  Sizing The best approach to finding your correct size is to come to see us in the store, where we can help. For further guidance please use the frame size calculator which can be accessed via the "FIND YOUR SIZE" link on Merida's Silex 7000 page. Merida Silex 7000 review, BikeRadar, May 2024: "Merida has struck an excellent balance between handling and all-round useability with the Silex. On tarmac or ungraded roads, the Silex is swift and smooth. Get onto singletrack woodland trails and the Silex tracks beautifully. The compliance from the frameset and the longer fork combines with handling that is stable and sharp. Pushed hard into a choppy descent, the bike tracked true and straight but proves capable when fast reactions were required. Add in the superb brakes and fast, reliable gear shifts, and the Silex 7000 feels as if it's up at the very highest echelons of what's available in cutting-edge gravel design right now. On sharp road ramps, it's a willing companion. Even the chunky Rambler tyres that cope admirably in slick muddy conditions are capable on tarmac and don't rob too much of your effort. The bike looks great and the addition of quirky details shows plenty of attention has been paid to the full end-user experience." Verdict Gravel bike designs are becoming more and more specialist. Be they lightweight racers, big-tyre, multi-mounted pack horses aimed at self-supported continent crossings, or gravity-focused pseudo mountain bikes for thrill seekers. The Merida Silex competently spans a wide range of riding conditions, with great on-road manners, excellent technical terrain handling and a smooth compliance to the frame and fork. In short, the Silex 7000 is one of 2024's finest gravel bikes, riding well beyond its relatively modest build and price.  |
| Frame | SILEX CF2 carbon II with internal cable routing, threaded bottom bracket, mudguard mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, flat-mount disc, 142x12mm thru axle. Lifetime warranty. |
| Forks | SILEX II CF2 full carbon disc, carbon tapered steerer, flat mount disc brakes, mudguard mounts, 12x100mm thru axle |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX822, long cage (51T maximum cog) |
| Shifters | Shimano GRX RX820, 12 speed |
| Chainset | Shimano GRX RX820, 42T |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-R60 |
| Chain | Shimano M7100, 12 speed |
| Freewheel | Shimano M7100, 10-51, 12 speed cassette |
| Headset | Semi-integrated, cartridge bearing, sealed, 1 1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
| Stem | MERIDA TEAM CC III, alloy, 31.8mm, 6 degree, 80mm length |
| Handlebars | MERIDA EXPERT GRII, alloy, 31.8mm |
| Front Brake | Shimano GRX hydraulic disc, flat mount, 180mm Shimano SM-RT64 rotor |
| Rear Brake | Shimano GRX hydraulic disc, flat mount, 180mm Shimano SM-RT64 rotor |
| Brake Levers | Shimano GRX RX820 STI |
| Rims | Easton EA70 AX wheelset, tubeless ready, 24mm inner rim width, 20mm rim depth |
| Front Hub | Easton EA70 AX wheelset, X5 hub, 100x12mm thru axle, CentreLock |
| Rear Hub | Easton EA70 AX wheelset, X5 hub, 142x12mm thru axle, CentreLock |
| Spokes | Straight pull, double butted |
| Tyres | Maxxis Rambler, Tubeless Ready, EXO protection, lightweight foldable aramid bead, 700x45c |
| Saddle | MERIDA Expert SL with V-mount, including minitool |
| Seatpost | MERIDA Expert CC, carbon, 27.2mm, 15mm offset |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Grips | MERIDA ROAD Expert |
| Miscellaneous | Fidlock Integrated Base with MERIDA Bottle; Weight: 9.46kg (approx., medium size) |
As with any product, specification is subject to change without prior notification. You are advised to confirm current specification before buying.
