2019 Merida CROSSWAY L 15-MD vs 2021 Merida CROSSWAY 20-D
The ML is the Merida CROSSWAY 20-D size closest to your S Merida CROSSWAY L 15-MD. 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 20-D
Compared with the Merida CROSSWAY L 15-MD in S, the Merida CROSSWAY 20-D in ML places the top of the head tube at about the same height and 3 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 9 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −2 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +3 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +9 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +1.0°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Merida CROSSWAY L 15-MD, SMerida CROSSWAY 20-D, MLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida CROSSWAY L 15-MD S | Merida CROSSWAY 20-D ML | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 394 | 397 | +3 mm |
| Stack | 612 | 610 | −2 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71 | 72 | +1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73.5 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 575 | 595 | +20 mm |
| Chainstay length | 450 | 450 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1078 | 1087 | +9 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | 70 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 590 | 793 | +203 mm |
| Seat tube length | 430 | 520 | +90 mm |
| Fork length | 450 | 450 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 140 | 135 | −5 mm |
Differences are the Merida CROSSWAY 20-D minus the Merida CROSSWAY L 15-MD. Full charts: 2019 Merida CROSSWAY L 15-MD, 2021 Merida CROSSWAY 20-D.
Where each sits in its class
Merida CROSSWAY L 15-MDMerida CROSSWAY 20-D
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 L 15-MD15-MD | Merida CROSSWAY 20-D20-D |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida CROSSWAY DT L | Merida CROSSWAY SPEED |
| Fork | SR Suntour NEX | SR Suntour NEX HLO |
| Shifter | Shimano ST-EF500 | Shimano ST-EF505 |
| Derailleur | Shimano FD-TY710, Shimano Acera M310 | Shimano FD-TY710, Shimano Acera M360 |
| Cassette | SunRace CSM668 | SunRace CSM668 |
| Chain | KMC M700 | SunRace M84 |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH-7420ST-W | FSA TH-7420ST-W |
| Tire | Merida K1171 | Merida K1171 |
| Rim | Merida CC | Merida CC |
| Brake | Jake J8 disc | Shimano ST-EF505 |
| Rotor | Jake | Shimano SM-RT10 |
| Handlebar | Merida CC | Merida CC |
| Stem | Merida TK | Merida TK |
| Grips | Merida EC | Merida EC |
| Headset | FSA TH888 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida TK | Merida TK |
| Saddle | Merida Cross Sport | Merida Cross Sport |
| Pedals | not listed | VPE-891 |
| Hub | not listed | Shimano TX505 |
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