Merida Silex 4000 (2025) - Text Review

: At the heart of the Silex 4000 is Merida’s CF2 II full carbon gravel frame, engineered for lightweight agility and exceptional endurance comfort. The geometry is adventure-oriented long reach, high stack, and wide tire clearance giving the bike unmatched stability on descents and superior control on rough patches.
Its clean internal routing, sleek tube shapes, and multiple mounting points make it bikepacking-ready and impressively practical. The front end’s confident stance and relaxed angles make long-distance rides feel effortless and controlled.

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A carbon frame built for smooth speed, stable control, and adventure without limits.
: Merida equips the Silex 4000 with a Shimano GRX drivetrain, purpose-built for gravel riding. The gear system offers crisp, reliable shifting even under load, giving you the power and accuracy needed for steep climbs, loose surfaces, and fast flats.
The wide gear range ensures smooth momentum on long straights and dependable control on technical terrain. GRX levers and derailleurs are tuned for stability, giving the bike a clean, composed feel in all conditions.

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Smooth, confident shifting that keeps your adventure flowing no matter the terrain.
: Comfort is one of the Silex 4000’s standout traits. The carbon frame dampens vibrations, reducing fatigue over long hours on gravel or broken roads. Paired with wide tubeless-ready tires, the bike delivers excellent cushioning, stability, and control.
The upright endurance geometry promotes a relaxed, natural riding posture, ideal for touring, bikepacking, and long weekend explorations.

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Ride longer, feel fresher comfort engineered into every mile.
: With Shimano GRX hydraulic disc brakes, the Silex 4000 provides powerful, consistent stopping in all weather and terrain conditions. The braking is sharp yet balanced, giving riders confidence on descents and when carrying extra load.
The wider handlebar, stable geometry, and carbon fork deliver precise steering and excellent control on loose gravel, mud, or tight turns.

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Confident braking and responsive handling adventure riding made safer and smoother.
: The bike rolls on Merida Expert SL tubeless-ready wheels, offering strength, smooth rolling, and excellent durability. Paired with grippy gravel tires, they provide dependable traction across dirt, tarmac, and rough terrain.
The Merida saddle is shaped for endurance comfort, offering a mix of support and flexibility for long rides.

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Fast-rolling wheels and a comfort-fit saddle built for distance, grip, and all-terrain confidence.