2019 Canyon Grail AL 7.0 SL vs 2021 Merida eSILEX+
The XS is the Merida eSILEX+ size closest to your XS 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 XS, the Merida eSILEX+ in XS places the top of the head tube 32 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 42 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +32 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +42 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +16 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Canyon Grail AL 7.0 SL, XSMerida eSILEX+, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Canyon Grail AL 7.0 SL XS | Merida eSILEX+ XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 373 | 374 | +1 mm |
| Stack | 533 | 565 | +32 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.0 | 69.5 | −1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 75 | +1.5° |
| Effective top tube | 531 | 525 | −6 mm |
| Chainstay length | 415 | 431 | +16 mm |
| Wheelbase | 990 | 1032 | +42 mm |
| BB drop | 60 | 70 | +10 mm |
| BB height | 272 | not listed | |
| Standover | 751 | 748 | −3 mm |
| Seat tube length | 462 | 470 | +8 mm |
| Head tube length | 133 | 145 | +12 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 eSILEX+600 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | not listed | Merida eSILEX+ LITE |
| Fork | not listed | Merida SILEX CF2 |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano GRX812 |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano Deore M5100 |
| Chain | not listed | KMC e11S |
| Pedals | not listed | VPE-891 |
| Motor | not listed | Mahle X35+ Hub Engine |
| Battery | not listed | Mahle B1-C |
| Hub | not listed | VP CLK170F |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano GRX600 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Merida EXPERT GR |
| Stem | not listed | Merida EXPERT IR |
| Headset | not listed | VP MH-P16 |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Saddle | not listed | Merida COMP CC |
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