Merida Silex 700 2026

Dreaming of big biking adventures doesn't mean you don't value the sensible

The SILEX 700 uses incredible value aluminium frame plus a carbon fork to deliver adventure-ready performance at a wallet-friendly price. With a single-ring 12-speed Shimano GRX drivetrain, it also offers precise, wide-range shifting and powerful braking. Combined with proven, mountain bike-inspired geometry and bump-taming 45 mm Maxxis tubeless-ready tyres, it’s as happy on a backcountry adventure as it is doing the day-to-day grind.
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, 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 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.

Features

• Award winning aluminium frame with dropped chainstay for 700x45 mm 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 1x12-speed wide range gravel groupset

Tech spec

• Frame: SILEX LITE II, material: aluminum, 700x45C max.WHS, 100x12/142x12mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
• Frame size: XXS, XS, S, M, L
• Fork: Merida SILEX II CF2, Tapered, material: carbon, 700x47C max. wheelsize
• Brakes: Shimano GRX820, Disc
• Discs: Shimano RT64, 180mm
• Headset: Acros ICR MERIDA external neck w/diecast splitring
• Handlebar: MERIDA EXPERT GR II, material: aluminum, 400mm (XXS-XS-S) , 420mm (M) , 440mm (L/XL)
• Stem: MERIDA TEAM CC III, material: aluminum, 31.8mm diameter, -6° stem angle, incl. MERIDA SMART MOUNT, 80 mm all sizes
• Grips: MERIDA ROAD EXPERT
• Rear derailleur: Shimano GRX822
• Shifters: Shimano GRX820
• Seatpost: MERIDA EXPERT SL, 27.2mm diameter, 0mm setback, Carbon
• Seatpost clamp: MERIDA EXPERT
• Saddle: MERIDA EXPERT SL, 6% recycled and 23% natural material, V-mount, incl. MERIDA minitool
• Chain: Shimano M6100-12
• Cassette: Shimano M7100, 10-51 teeth, 12 speed
• Bottom bracket: Shimano SM-BBR60, 68mm
• Axles: Merida EXPERT TR, including removable lever, 6/4mm Allen key
• Wheels: Shimano WH-RX180-MS-700C, CL, 100x12mm width front hub, 142x12mm width rear hub, 25mm inner width, 25mm height, Centerlock, material: aluminum
• Tires: Maxxis Rambler 45mm, 700x45C, fold, TR, EXO

Producer's notes: depending on component availability, specifications are subject to change without notice. Images are for illustrative purposes only.