VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2004 Merlin XLM XTR

Velopedia Archive ID 92774

Overview

Model year2004
BrandMerlin
ModelXLM XTR
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID92774
Original MSRP$5,595.00
ColorsPolished
Sizes13.5", 15", 16", 17.5", 19", 20", 21.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material3Al/2.5V titanium
ForkFox Float F80 RLT, 80mm travel
Fork materialAluminum, single crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR
ShiftersShimano XTR RapidFire STI
Front derailleurShimano XTR
Rear derailleurShimano XTR SGS
CranksetShimano XTR, 24/34/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano XTR integral, 118.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano XTR, 1/2 x 3/32"

Brakes

BrakesShimano XTR Disc Brake brakes, Shimano XTR RapidFire STI levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" integrated Cane Creek
HandlebarEaston EA-70
StemThomson Elite
SaddleSelle Italia Flite, titanium rails
SeatpostEaston EC70

Wheels & tires

HubsMavic Crossmax SL
RimsMavic Crossmax SL
SpokesMavic stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Kenda Karma
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube594.4 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center426.7 mm
Wheelbase1077 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.