2019 Canyon Grail AL 7.0 SL vs 2021 Merida eSILEX
The XS is the Merida eSILEX size closest to your 2XS Canyon Grail AL 7.0 SL. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Merida eSILEX
Compared with the Canyon Grail AL 7.0 SL in 2XS, the Merida eSILEX in XS places the top of the head tube 51 mm higher and 10 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 48 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +51 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +10 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +48 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +16 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Canyon Grail AL 7.0 SL, 2XSMerida eSILEX, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Canyon Grail AL 7.0 SL 2XS | Merida eSILEX XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 364 | 374 | +10 mm |
| Stack | 514 | 565 | +51 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70.0 | 69.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 75 | +1.5° |
| Effective top tube | 516 | 525 | +9 mm |
| Chainstay length | 415 | 431 | +16 mm |
| Wheelbase | 984 | 1032 | +48 mm |
| BB drop | 60 | 70 | +10 mm |
| BB height | 272 | not listed | |
| Standover | 725 | 748 | +23 mm |
| Seat tube length | 432 | 470 | +38 mm |
| Head tube length | 117 | 145 | +28 mm |
| Fork length | not listed | 400 |
Differences are the Merida eSILEX minus the Canyon Grail AL 7.0 SL. Full charts: 2019 Canyon Grail AL 7.0 SL, 2021 Merida eSILEX.
Where each sits in its class
Canyon Grail AL 7.0 SLMerida eSILEX
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Canyon Grail AL 7.0 SL | Merida eSILEX400 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | not listed | Merida eSILEX LITE |
| Fork | not listed | Merida SILEX CF2 |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano GRX400 |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano CS-HG50 |
| Chain | not listed | KMC E10S |
| Pedals | not listed | VPE-891 |
| Motor | not listed | Mahle X35+ Hub Engine |
| Battery | not listed | Mahle B1-C |
| Tire | not listed | Maxxis Rambler |
| Hub | not listed | VP CLK170F |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano GRX400 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Merida EXPERT GR |
| Stem | not listed | Merida EXPERT IR |
| Headset | not listed | VP MH-P16 |
| Saddle | not listed | Merida COMP CC |
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