2021 Merida eSILEX vs 2022 Merida eSILEX+
The XL is the Merida eSILEX+ size closest to your XL Merida eSILEX. 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 Merida eSILEX in XL, the Merida eSILEX+ in XL places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- ±0 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Merida eSILEX, XLMerida eSILEX+, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eSILEX XL | Merida eSILEX+ XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 416 | 416 | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 629 | 629 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.5 | 71.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 75 | 75 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 585 | 585 | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 431 | 431 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1076 | 1076 | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | 70 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 830 | 830 | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 560 | 560 | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 400 | 400 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 205 | 205 | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Merida eSILEX+ minus the Merida eSILEX. Full charts: 2021 Merida eSILEX, 2022 Merida eSILEX+.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eSILEXMerida 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 | Merida eSILEX400 | Merida eSILEX+600 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eSILEX LITE | Merida eSILEX+ LITE |
| Fork | Merida SILEX CF2 | Merida SILEX CF2 |
| Derailleur | Shimano GRX400 | Shimano GRX812 |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG50 | Shimano Deore M5100 |
| Chain | KMC E10S | KMC e11S |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | VPE-891 |
| Motor | Mahle X35+ Hub Engine | Mahle X35+ Hub Engine |
| Battery | Mahle B1-C | Mahle B1-D |
| Tire | Maxxis Rambler | Maxxis Rambler |
| Hub | VP CLK170F | VP CLK170F |
| Brake | Shimano GRX400 | Shimano GRX600 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT GR | Merida EXPERT GR |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT IR | Merida EXPERT IR |
| Headset | VP MH-P16 | VP MH-P16 |
| Saddle | Merida COMP CC | Merida COMP CC |
| Crankset | not listed | Shimano GRX600 |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida EXPERT CC |
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