Velopedia Bicycle Archive

1998 Merlin Cyclocross XL

Cyclocross bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.

Original MSRP
$3,800.00
Sizes
51 cm, 53 cm, 55 cm, 57 cm, 59 cm, 61 cm
Colors
Brushed
Weight
19.7
Archive ID
71873

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Frameset

Frame ConstructionTIG-welded
Frame Material3Al/2.5V titanium, double-butted
ForkSteelman
Fork MaterialDedacciai 18MCDV6
Rear ShockN/A

Drivetrain

Component GroupShimano 600 Ultegra
ShiftersShimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front DerailleurShimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear DerailleurShimano 600 Ultegra SS
CranksetShimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
Bottom BracketShimano BB-UN71, 115mm spindle
BB Shell Width68mm English
Rear Cogs8-speed, 12 - 34 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore XT M-System brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers

Cockpit & Contact Points

Headset1" Shimano 600 Ultegra
HandlebarTTT Forma
Handlebar ExtensionsN/A
StemTTT Synthesis
SaddleSelle San Marco Strada, titanium rails
SeatpostRitchey Expert, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & Tires

HubsShimano Deore XT
RimsMavic T 217 SUP, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Spoke NipplesAlloy nipples
Front Tire700 x 35c Ritchey Alfa Bite
Wheel Size700c wheels

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