VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2005 Merlin Proteus Ultegra

Velopedia Archive ID 10752

Overview

Model year2005
BrandMerlin
ModelProteus Ultegra
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID10752
Sizes51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm

Frameset

Frame constructionBonded
Frame materialCarbon fiber composite
ForkMerlin
Fork materialCarbon fiber, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Ultegra
ShiftersShimano Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Ultegra
Rear derailleurShimano Ultegra
CranksetShimano Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano Ultegra
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs10-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
ChainShimano Ultegra, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Ultegra SLR brakes, Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless
HandlebarITM Mantis Wing
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemITM Mantis
SaddleFi'zi:k Arione
SeatpostMerlin Carbon

Wheels & tires

HubsMavic Ksyrium Equipe
RimsMavic Ksyrium Equipe
Front tire700 x 23c Vittoria Rubino Pro Slick
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube555 mm
Head-tube angle73.5°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center410 mm
Wheelbase983 mm
Fork offset / rake43 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 24, 2026.