VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Merlin Road

Velopedia Archive ID 69637

Overview

Model year1997
BrandMerlin
ModelRoad
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID69637
Original MSRP$3,900.00
ColorsBrushed, tom
Sizes45 cm, 47 cm, 49 cm, 51 cm, 53 cm, 54 cm, 55 cm, 56 cm, 57 cm, 58 cm, 59 cm
Weight18.4 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material3Al/2.5V titanium
ForkWound Up
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Dura-Ace
ShiftersShimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Dura-Ace, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Dura-Ace
CranksetShimano Dura-Ace, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-7700, 109.5 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 26 teeth
ChainShimano CN-7700, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Dura-Ace Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Dura-Ace levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Shimano Dura-Ace
HandlebarTTT Forma SL
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemTTT Synthesis
SaddleSelle San Marco Concor Lite
SeatpostShimano Dura-Ace, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Dura-Ace
RimsMavic Reflex SUP, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Michelin Hi-Lite Super Comp
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube561 mm
Head-tube angle73.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center410 mm
Wheelbase981 mm
Fork offset / rake40 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.