Merida Silex 700 - Nearly New - L 2026 - Gravel Bike





This Silex 700 - Nearly New - L gravel bike is rated the highest possible grade which reflects that the bike is in excellent condition and can be reasonably considered to be like new. Having never been ridden, the only minor cosmetic marks are on the left hand brake lever end.
To ensure this bike meets our high standards for quality, it has undergone a thorough inspection by our professional mechanics. As with all our bikes, it comes with a 12-month Tredz warranty, plus any additional manufacturer warranty which may apply.
The Merida Silex 700 stays true to its roots, it’s a gravel bike designed for adventure, not imitation. Rather than adapting road geometry, Merida started fresh, crafting the Silex with mountain bike-inspired proportions. A long top tube and head tube combine with a short stem for agile, confident handling, giving you better control when the terrain turns rough. The result is a gravel bike that feels stable on descents, responsive on climbs, and comfortable over long distances.
Key Features:
- Lite II 6066 triple-butted aluminium frame, smooth welds, internal routing, up to 700x45c tyres
- Carbon CF2 fork with tapered steerer, clearance for 700x47C tyres
- Shimano GRX820 12-speed drivetrain with wide-range 10-51T cassette
- Shimano GRX820 hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors
- Shimano WH-RX180 700C wheelset, tubeless-ready aluminium rims
- Maxxis Rambler 700x45C tyres with fast-rolling EXO protection
- Multiple mounting points for bottles, racks, and luggage systems
- Available with 0% APR finance
The Lite II aluminium frame is lightweight yet strong, with hydroformed and smooth-welded tubing for a clean look and durable ride. It’s paired with a carbon CF2 fork that soaks up trail chatter and keeps the steering sharp. With clearance for up to 700x45c tyres (47c up front), the Silex offers a reassuring grip and comfort across a variety of surfaces. Mounting points abound — five bottle cage bosses, rack mounts, and the option for an internally routed dropper post or dynamo hub, making it ideal for both day trips and fully loaded expeditions.
The Shimano GRX820 1x12 drivetrain is purpose-built for gravel, offering precise, reliable shifting and a wide 10-51T range to handle everything from steep climbs to fast flats. Powerful GRX820 hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors provide controlled stopping power in all weather conditions. Merida’s clever design even places the calipers on the chainstay for improved heat dissipation and a cleaner aesthetic, with CNC’d aluminium Disc Cooler fins reducing brake temperatures by up to 35% on carbon models.
The Shimano WH-RX180 wheelset keeps things fast and reliable with a 25mm internal rim width suited to modern, high-volume gravel tyres. Maxxis Rambler 700x45C tyres balance low rolling resistance with sure-footed grip, reinforced with EXO sidewall protection for peace of mind on rocky trails.
A carbon Merida Expert SL seatpost helps absorb road vibration, paired with a supportive Merida Expert SL saddle crafted from sustainable materials. Ergonomic Merida Expert GRII handlebars and a compact Team CC III stem complete the cockpit, optimised for control and long-ride comfort.
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
| 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 | Merida Silex II CF2; Tapered; material: carbon; 700x47C max. tyre size |
| Headset | Acros ICR Merida External neck w/diecast splitring |
| Stem | Merida Team CC III; material: aluminium; 31.8 mm diameter; -6 degree rise; Length: 80mm all sizes |
| Bars | Merida Expert GRII; material: aluminium; (XXS-S) - 400mm wide, M - 420mm wide, (L-XL) - 440mm wide |
| Front Brake | Shimano GRX820; Hydraulic disc with Shimano RT64; 180mm |
| Rear Brake | Shimano GRX820; Hydraulic disc with Shimano RT64; 180mm |
| Brake Lever | Shimano GRX820 |
| Rear Mech | Shimano GRX822 |
| Shifters | Front: Shimano GRX820, Rear: Shimano GRX820 |
| Speed | 12 |
| Rims | Shimano WH-RX180-700C; CL; 100x12mm; 142x12mm; 25mm inner rim width; 25mm rim depth; Centerlock; material: aluminium |
| Front Hub | Part of wheelset - Shimano WH-RX180-700C |
| Rear Hub | Part of wheelest - Shimano WH-RX180-700C |
| Spokes | Part of wheelset - Shimano WH-RX180-700C |
| Front Tyre | Maxxis Rambler; 700x45C; kevlar bead; TR; EXO |
| Rear Tyre | Maxxis Rambler; 700x45C; kevlar bead; TR; EXO |
| Seat Post | Merida Expert SL; 27.2mm diameter; in-line; material: carbon |
| Saddle | Merida Expert SL; 6% recycled and 23% nature material; V-mount; incl. Merida minitool |
| Chainset | Shimano GRX820; 42 tooth chainset; Crank length: (XXS-M) - 170mm, (L-XL) - 172.5mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano SM-BBR60 |
| Chain | Shimano M6100-12 |
| Cassette | Shimano M7100; 10-51 teeth; 12 speed |
| Pedals | Not Included |
Typical Bike Size Chart
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Height
|
Bike Size
|
Road Bike Size
|
Mountain Bike Size *
|
|
4’8” – 5’1”
143 – 155 cm
|
XXS
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44 cm
|
13” (33 cm)
|
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5’1” – 5’4”
155 – 163 cm
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XS
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48 cm
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15” (38 cm)
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5’4” – 5’7”
163 – 170 cm
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S
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51 cm
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16” (41 cm)
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5’7” – 5’10”
170 – 178 cm
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M
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54 cm
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18” (46cm)
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5’10” – 6’0”
178 – 183 cm
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L
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56 cm
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19” (48cm)
|
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6’0” – 6’3”
183 – 191 cm
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XL
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58 cm
|
20” (51 cm)
|
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6’3” – 6’5”
191 – 196 cm
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XXL
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60 cm
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21” (53 cm)
|
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6’5” – 6’9”
196 – 205 cm
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XXXL
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62 cm
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22” (56 cm)
|
* Mountain bikes are sized differently to road bikes. Typically, they are sized in inches as the first MTBs were produced in the USA. European brands like Lapierre and Haibike like to use centimetres for all their bikes. The measurements of their mountain bikes doesn’t match their road bikes but are like a simple conversion from the inches measurement. This is why we have included cm measurements in brackets for the Mountain bike column.
Read our bike size guide for more information on sizing.
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