Image not available
Velopedia Bicycle Archive
2001 Merlin Echo (02)
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
- Original MSRP
- $4,700.00
- Sizes
- 13.5", 15", 16.25", 17.5", 18.75", 20"
- Colors
- Signature Satin Finish
- Archive ID
- 91188
Image not yet recovered
Current market
Checking current listings…Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | MTS size-specific 3AL/2.5V tubing |
| Fork | Answer Manitou MARS Elite, 2.0" travel |
| Fork Material | Aluminum, single triple-clamp crown |
| Rear Shock | Merlin proprietary rear suspension, 1.0" travel |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Shimano XTR |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano XTR RapidFire SL |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano XTR, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XTR |
| Crankset | Shimano XTR M952, 24/36/46 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-M952, 112.5mm spindle |
| BB Shell Width | 68mm English |
| Rear Cogs | 9-speed, 12 - 34 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-7700, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Not included |
Brakes
| Brakes | Shimano XTR V-brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1 1/8" Chris King NoThreadSet |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Kore Lite Bar 1 |
| Handlebar Extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Thomson Elite |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Flite |
| Seatpost | Thomson Elite, 27.2mm diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Shimano XTR |
|---|---|
| Rims | Mavic X517, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Wheelsmith stainless steel, 1.8mm double-butted |
| Spoke Nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front Tire | 26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Alligator |
| Wheel Size | 26" wheels |
Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.