Merida Silex 8000 2026 - Gravel Bike
The Merida Silex 8000 is a gravel bike designed for riders who see cycling as adventure. Instead of reworking a road or cyclocross frame, Merida created the Silex from the ground up, drawing on modern mountain bike influences to deliver stable yet nimble handling. Its long top tube, generous head tube and short stem provide a confident position when tackling rough tracks, while still offering efficiency on smoother roads.
Key Features
- CF2 carbon II gravel frame, MTB-inspired geometry, 45c clearance, Disc Cooler
- Merida Silex II CF2 full carbon tapered fork
- SRAM Apex AXS drivetrain with X1 Eagle mech, 12-speed
- SRAM Apex hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors
- DT-Swiss G 1800 SPLINE aluminium wheels
- Maxxis Rambler 700x45c tyres with fast-rolling tread
- Prologo Scratch M5 AGX saddle with integrated minitool
- Available with 0% APR finance
The CF2 carbon frame keeps the bike light and responsive while providing clearance for up to 700x45c tyres (42c with mudguards). With Disc Cooler technology, braking heat is managed more effectively, particularly valuable when carrying gear on loaded bikepacking rides. The carbon fork is equally capable, with a revised design that allows riders to swap in a suspension fork without compromising the geometry.
A wireless SRAM Apex AXS drivetrain with an Eagle X1 rear derailleur delivers smooth 12-speed shifting and a wide 10-52t cassette range, perfect for spinning up steep gravel climbs. Stopping is handled by SRAM Apex hydraulic disc brakes with oversized 180mm rotors, giving reliable control even on long descents.
Wheels are DT-Swiss G 1800 SPLINE, tubeless-ready with a gravel-specific profile that pairs perfectly with 45c Maxxis Rambler tyres. These tyres balance volume, grip and rolling speed, making them ideal for mixed-terrain rides. Comfort is enhanced further with Merida’s Team SL carbon seatpost and a Prologo Scratch M5 AGX saddle, which also integrates a mini tool for trail-side adjustments.
Practicality is built into the Silex: multiple mounting points for bottles, luggage racks and accessories mean it’s ready for bikepacking expeditions as well as daily rides. Internal routing for dropper posts and compatibility with dynamo systems give riders even more options to customise their setup.
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
| Frame | CF2 carbon II, gravel geometry for stable but nimble handling. Tapered head tube Inboard disc mounts. Threaded BB, 142 x12mm axle standard, disc cooler technology, 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 | Easton EC90 AX; material: carbon; (XXS-S) - 400mm wide, M - 420mm wide, (L-XL) - 440mm wide |
| Front Brake | SRAM Apex; Disc with SRAM Centerline; 180mm |
| Rear Brake | SRAM Apex; Disc with SRAM Centerline; 180mm |
| Brake Lever | SRAM Apex |
| Rear Mech | SRAM X1 Eagle; AXS; wireless |
| Shifters | Front: SRAM Apex AXS; Disc, Rear: SRAM Apex AXS; Disc |
| Speed | 12 |
| Rims | DT-Swiss G 1800 SPLINE; CL; 100x12mm; 142x12mm; 24mm inner rim width; 25mm rim depth; Centerlock; material: aluminium |
| Front Hub | Part of wheelset - DT-Swiss G 1800 SPLINE |
| Rear Hub | Part of wheelest - DT-Swiss G 1800 SPLINE |
| Spokes | Part of wheelset - DT-Swiss G 1800 SPLINE |
| Front Tyre | Maxxis Rambler; 700x45C; kevlar bead; TR; EXO |
| Rear Tyre | Maxxis Rambler; 700x45C; kevlar bead; TR; EXO |
| Seat Post | Merida Team SL; 27.2mm diameter; in-line; material: carbon |
| Saddle | Prologo Scratch M5 AGX; V-mount adapter; incl. Merida minitool |
| Chainset | SRAM Apex 1 Wide Crankset; tooth chainset 42; material: aluminium; Crank length: (XXS-XS) - 165mm, (S-M) - 170mm, (L-XL) - 172.5mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB BSA Road Wide; 68mm |
| Chain | SRAM Apex; CN-APX-D1 |
| Cassette | SRAM XG 1275; 10-52 teeth; 12 speed |
| Pedals | Not Included |
Merida Silex 2026 Size Chart
| Size | Rider Height (Inch) | Rider Height (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 5'3" – 5'5" | 162 – 167 |
| S | 5'4" – 5'9" | 165 – 177 |
| M | 5'7" – 5'11" | 173 – 185 |
| L | 5'10" – 6'2" | 181 – 192 |
| XL | 6'1" – 6'5" | 188 – 200 |
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Merida Silex 2026 Geometry Chart
| Size | XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack | 549 | 570 | 588 | 607 | 626 | 645 |
| Reach | 378 | 392 | 402 | 412 | 426 | 441 |
| Head Tube Length | 110 | 130 | 150 | 170 | 190 | 210 |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5° | 69.5° | 69.5° | 69.5° | 69.5° | 69.5° |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| Fork Length | 415 | 415 | 415 | 415 | 415 | 415 |
| Chainstay Length | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 |
| Wheelbase | 1031 | 1048 | 1065 | 1082 | 1104 | 1126 |
| Top Tube Length (horizontal) | 530 | 550 | 565 | 580 | 600 | 620 |
| Standover Height | 707 | 734 | 771 | 798 | 825 | 852 |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 | 440 | 470 | 500 | 530 | 560 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5° | 74.5° | 74.5° | 74.5° | 74.5° | 74.5° |
| Tyre Size | 28″ | 28″ | 28″ | 28″ | 28″ | 28″ |
All measurements are in mm unless otherwise stated.
The above table shows the standard geometry for the bicycle as shipped, other geometry configurations may be available with certain bikes. Please contact us via Live Chat to find out more.
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