2025 Merida eSILEX vs 2026 Merida eSILEX+
The M is the Merida eSILEX+ size closest to your M 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 M, the Merida eSILEX+ in M 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, MMerida eSILEX+, MDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eSILEX M | Merida eSILEX+ M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 395 | 395 | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 597 | 597 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70.5 | 70.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 75 | 75 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 555 | 555 | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 431 | 431 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1055 | 1055 | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | 70 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 785 | 785 | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 510 | 510 | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 400 | 400 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 175 | 175 | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Merida eSILEX+ minus the Merida eSILEX. Full charts: 2025 Merida eSILEX, 2026 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 II | Merida eSILEX LITE II |
| Fork | Merida SILEX CF2 | Merida SILEX CF2 |
| Derailleur | Shimano GRX400 | SRAM Apex Eagle |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG50 | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Chain | KMC E10 | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Crankset | Shimano GRX600 | SRAM Apex 1 Wide |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano RS500 BSA | SRAM DUB BSA 68 Road Wide |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | VPE-891 |
| Motor | Mahle X-30 | Mahle X30 Drive Unit |
| Battery | Mahle ix2 237Wh | Mahle ix2 237Wh |
| Tire | Maxxis Rambler | Maxxis Rambler |
| Hub | Shimano HB-TC500 | Shimano TC500 |
| Brake | Shimano GRX400 | SRAM Apex |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT GRII | Merida EXPERT GRII |
| Stem | Merida TEAM CC III | Merida TEAM CC III |
| Rotor | not listed | SRAM CenterLine |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida EXPERT CC |
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