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Introducing Vishnu Sharma, our dedicated Cycling Enthusiast with a long journey of riding and crafting expert bicycle reviews exclusively for ChooseMyBicycle. With an avid passion for Cycling and an unwavering commitment to staying at the forefront of Bicycle Technology,Vishnu Sharma's insightful reviews are your trusted companion in making informed choices for your next ride.
Hybrid Bicycle
The strong and lightweight aluminium frame is a perfect mix of aggressiveness and comfort.
The CF2 carbon bladed rigid fork also helps in keeping the front part of the bicycle lightweight.
The derailleurs worked smoothly and were perfectly suited for rapid shifting to accelerate on flat roads.
The Tektro M275 Hydraulic Disc brakes are powerful, reliable and consistent in all conditions.
The 700x32C tires can offer enough grip and rolling resistance for optimum speed on both flat and bumpy roads.
frame
Speeder Lite II
fork
Merida Speeder CF2
front derailleur
Shimano 105 2-Speed
rear derailleur
Shimano 105 11-Speed
shifters
Shimano 105 2x11-Speed
brakes
Tektro M275 Hydraulic Disc Brakes
brake levers
Tektro M275
tires
Maxxis Detonator 700x32c
rims
Merida Comp SL
bicycle weight
10.2kgs
handlebar
Merida Expert CC Aluminium 600mm
stem
Merida Exper CC Aluminium
seatpost
Merida Comp CC Aluminium
saddle
Merida Comp SL
pedals
VP VPE-891
hubs
Joytech D471SBT-SC-CL/Joytech D471TSBT-SC-CL
cassette
Shimano CS-R7000 11/32T
chain
KMC X11
crankset
Shimano 105 50/34T
bottom bracket
BSA
no of gears
22-Speed
riding purpose
Leisure/Fitness
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Merida is a leading Taiwanese Bicycle manufacturer with its R&D in Germany. Their Bicycle models cover Road, MTB and Hybrid Cycles. Merida has their representation in many World Championship Cycling events including the Tour de France. We got the opportunity to test ride the Merida Speeder 400 (2022) and here is what we thought.
Weight: 10.2kgs
Usage: Fitness/Commute/Long Distance
The Merida Speeder 400 (2022) is a versatile Road focused Hybrid Bicycle with great looks and performance packed components.
The 2022 Merida Speeder 400 combines a Road Bicycle’s speed and maneuverability with an upright riding position for better handling and visibility on urban roads. The triple-butted aluminum frame is sturdy but relatively light with a chunky Tapered headtube, which adds to the Bicycle’s sleek appearance and the internal cabling means that all cables are protected from grease, dirt and water.
The full carbon fork is bladed and that not only shaves weight of the frame but also makes the Bicycle even more aero in performance. The CF2 carbon bladed rigid fork also helps in keeping the front part of the bicycle lightweight.
The strong and lightweight aluminium frame is a perfect mix of aggressiveness and comfort.
The Bicycle I test rode came in a matte finish full Dark Grey colour with Black as the secondary colour. The smooth welds and sleek tubes with the bladed fork made the Bicycle “aero” in appearance. The internal cable routing through the frame not only saved the cables from dirt but also made the bicycle look neat.
The colour coded rims and saddle definitely enhanced the aesthetics of this Bicycle
Technically the Speeder 400 is classified as a Flat bar Road Bicycle. Which means this Bicycle can give you the same performance output as a Road Bicycle but with a comfortable ride geometry. This road focused Hybrid Bicycle comes with 2x11-Speed Shimano 105 derailleurs. The derailleurs worked smoothly and were perfectly suited for rapid shifting to accelerate on flat roads. The 105 shifters were easy to use and responded quickly.
The Shimano 105 2x11-Speed derailleurs were swift in performance
Stopping quickly is one of the most important attributes a Bicycle must have when tackling city traffic and on fast highway rides. The Speeder’s Tektro M275 Hydraulic Disc brakes are powerful, reliable and consistent in all conditions, so you can ride with confidence in both wet and dry conditions. The disc brakes felt balanced and helped in quick halts.
The Merida Expert CC 600mm Alloy handlebar was completely flat. This made the ride geometry aggressive and ideal for easy acceleration and speed.
Powerful and balanced Tektro Hydraulic Disc brakes
The Speeder 400 rolls on a pair of Maxxis Detonator 700x32C tires. Offering reasonable grip and puncture resistance, these tires are well suited for this road- focused hybrid. While they are not the fastest rolling treads going, they are dependable in a range of conditions.
The Merida Comp SL stock Saddle may be flat and thinly padded, but its generous width makes it comfortable.
The 700x32C tires can offer enough grip and rolling resistance for optimum speed on both flat and bumpy roads
This Flat bar Road Bicycle was fast and had a good balance of performance and comfort. This Bicycle has a minimalist approach to design, and is complemented by the performance componentry to give you a light and fast ride. If you are looking for a Bicycle as good as a Road Bicycle but with lesser aggressiveness, then the Merida Speeder 400 (2022) is the perfect choice for you.
Prices and Specifications/Components are subject to change by the brand, without due notice.
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