Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 91181
| Model year | 2001 |
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| Brand | Merlin |
| Model | XLM (01) |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 91181 |
| Original MSRP | $4,125.00 |
| Colors | Signature Satin Finish |
| Sizes | 12, 13.5, 15, 16.25, 17.5, 18.75, 20, 21.5 |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | MTS size-specific 3AL/2.5V double-butted tubing |
| Fork | Answer Manitou MARS Elite, 2.0" travel |
| Fork material | Aluminum, single triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano Deore XT |
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| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore XT, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/44 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-ES70, 113mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT V-brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" Cane Creek C2 |
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| Handlebar | Kore Lite Bar 1 |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Thomson Elite |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Flite |
| Seatpost | Thomson Elite, 27.2mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano Deore XT |
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| 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 |
| Top tube | 584.2 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1056.6 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 2, 2026.