Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2004 Merlin Fortius 105

Velopedia Archive ID 92762

Overview

Model year	2004
Brand	Merlin
Model	Fortius 105
Bicycle type	Road race & triathlon
Archive ID	92762
Original MSRP	$2,740.00
Colors	Black
Sizes	Xsmall, small, medium, large

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	3Al/2.5V titanium
Fork	Merlin Carbon
Fork material	Carbon fiber composite w/carbon fiber steerer, aero crown

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano 105
Shifters	Shimano 105 STI Dual Control
Front derailleur	Shimano 105
Rear derailleur	Shimano 105 SS
Crankset	Shimano 105, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano 105, 109.5mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano 105 Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 105 STI Dual Control levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" integrated Cane Creek
Handlebar	ITM Super Italian Pro 330
Stem	Itm
Saddle	Selle Italia Nitrox Gel
Seatpost	Thomson Elite

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Mavic Cosmos
Rims	Mavic Cosmos
Spokes	Mavic stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	700 x 23c Vittoria Rubino Pro
Wheel size	700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	555 mm
Head-tube angle	73.5°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	410 mm
Wheelbase	985 mm
Fork offset / rake	40 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.