Dream big, without the big budget. The SILEX 200 is the entry to our world of adventure gravel riding, with our high-quality aluminium frame and lightweight carbon fork paired with affordable but durable components, such as a Shimano 2x9-speed Sora drivetrain and grippy, comfortable 45 mm Maxxis tyres. It’s the perfect weekday companion that turns into a willing partner in crime for big weekend bikepacking adventures.
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. With multiple test wins, press accolades, industry awards and even a World Championship title under its belt, our SILEX takes the off-road capability of gravel bikes to new heights, thanks to a slacker head angle and boosted tyre clearance of up to 700x45 mm or even 42 mm with fenders. We've combined that confident mountain bike-inspired handling with all-surface versatility so that it is utterly stable when loaded up with luggage but still fast and fun when you put the hammer down. With carbon and aluminium frame options, there's a SILEX to suit every budget, but they all share the multiple mounting points for fork cages, water bottles and accessories and other features that make this drop-bar do-everything machine so versatile. We’ve added our 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. With the ability to use 1x or 2x drivetrains, you can pick your gearing to suit the task at hand or your own personal preference, opening up a world of opportunity for you and your SILEX.
Highlights:
- MTB Inspired gravel geometry
- Carbon fork with tapered steerer
- Shimano Sora 2 x 9
- FSA Omega Chainset
- Mechanical disc brakes
- 12mm bolt through axles
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Frame | Lite II - 6066 triple butted hydroformed and smooth welded aluminium with internal cable routing. Tapered head tube, Inboard disc mounts. Threaded BB, 142 x 12mm axle standard, Max tyre size 700 x 45c (42c with mudguards) |
| Fork | Silex CF2 II; Full carbon; tapered steerer, 100 x12mm axle standard; Max tyre size: 700 x 45c (42c with mudguards) |
| Headset | 320.52.631 |
| Stem | Merida Comp CC; 31.8mm diameter; aluminium; -7 degree rise - Length - 80mm (all sizes) |
| Handlebar | Merida Expert GRII; aluminium; 400mm (XS-S) , 420mm (M) , 440mm (L/XL) |
| Grip | Merida Comp |
| Brake Type | Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Lever | Shimano Sora |
| Front Brake | Promax DSK-330R; Mechanical disc brake caliper with Promax 180V; 180mm rotor |
| Rear Brake | Promax DSK-330R; Mechanical disc brake caliper with Promax 160V; 160mm rotor |
| Front Tyre | Maxxis Rambler; 700 x 45C; Kevlar bead; TR; EXO |
| Rear Tyre | Maxxis Rambler; 700 x 45C; Kevlar bead; TR; EXO |
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Rim | Merida Comp SL II; 23mm inner rim width; 24mm rim depth; aluminium; Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included) |
| Spokes | Black stainless |
| Front Hub | VP 173SB; 100 x 12mm; 32 spoke; 6 bolt |
| Rear Hub | VP 273SB; 142 x 12mm; 32 spoke; 6 bolt |
| Speeds | 18 |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Sora |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Sora; GS |
| Shift Levers | Shimano Sora |
| Chain | KMC M99 |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG200; 11-34 teeth; 9 speed |
| Chainset | FSA Omega; 48-32 tooth chainset; Crank length - 170mm (XS/S), 172.5mm (M), 175mm (L/XL) |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA MegaExo BB-4000 |
| Saddle | Merida Comp SL; V-mount - made with 25% recycled material |
| Seat Post | Merida Comp CC; 27.2mm diameter; 5 mm layback; Aluminium; |
