2019 Merida CROSSWAY 40-D vs 2021 Merida CROSSWAY L 10-V
The L is the Merida CROSSWAY L 10-V size closest to your XXL Merida CROSSWAY 40-D. 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 CROSSWAY L 10-V
Compared with the Merida CROSSWAY 40-D in XXL, the Merida CROSSWAY L 10-V in L places the top of the head tube 33 mm lower and 19 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 18 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −33 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −19 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −18 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Merida CROSSWAY 40-D, XXLMerida CROSSWAY L 10-V, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida CROSSWAY 40-D XXL | Merida CROSSWAY L 10-V L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 423 | 404 | −19 mm |
| Stack | 675 | 642 | −33 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72.5 | 71.5 | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 72.5 | 73 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 635 | 600 | −35 mm |
| Chainstay length | 450 | 450 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1110 | 1092 | −18 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | 70 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 875 | 590 | −285 mm |
| Seat tube length | 610 | 510 | −100 mm |
| Fork length | 450 | 450 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 200 | 170 | −30 mm |
Differences are the Merida CROSSWAY L 10-V minus the Merida CROSSWAY 40-D. Full charts: 2019 Merida CROSSWAY 40-D, 2021 Merida CROSSWAY L 10-V.
Where each sits in its class
Merida CROSSWAY 40-DMerida CROSSWAY L 10-V
Each bike is ranked against the other commuter 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 | Merida CROSSWAY 40-D40-D | Merida CROSSWAY L 10-V10-V |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida CROSSWAY SPEED | Merida CROSSWAY L DT |
| Fork | SR Suntour NEX HLO | SR Suntour NEX |
| Shifter | Shimano ST-EF505 | Shimano ST-EF500 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Acera M370 | Shimano FD-TY510, Shimano Acera M310 |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG200 | Shimano MF-TZ500 |
| Chain | KMC M99 | KMC NS8 |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH-7420ST-W | FSA TH-7420ST-W |
| Tire | Merida K1171 | Merida K1171 |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida CC | Merida CC |
| Brake | Shimano ST-EF505 | Promax MTV-117A |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida CC | Merida CC |
| Stem | Merida TK | Merida TK |
| Grips | Merida EC | Merida EC |
| Seatpost | Merida TK | Merida TK |
| Saddle | Merida Cross Sport | Merida Cross Sport |
| Pedals | not listed | VPE-891 |
| Headset | not listed | FSA TH888 |
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