2020 Merida SILEX+ 8000-E vs 2022 Salsa Warbird C eTap Wide
The 61 is the Salsa Warbird C eTap Wide size closest to your XL Merida SILEX+ 8000-E. 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 Salsa Warbird C eTap Wide
Compared with the Merida SILEX+ 8000-E in XL, the Salsa Warbird C eTap Wide in 61 places the top of the head tube 22 mm lower and 22 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 19 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −23 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −22 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −19 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.3°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Merida SILEX+ 8000-E, XLSalsa Warbird C eTap Wide, 61Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida SILEX+ 8000-E XL | Salsa Warbird C eTap Wide 61 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 430 | 407.74 | −22 mm |
| Stack | 664 | 641.5 | −23 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71 | 70.75 | −0.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 74 | 72.5 | −1.5° |
| Effective top tube | 620 | 610 | −10 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430 | 430 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1104 | 1084.54 | −19 mm |
| BB drop | 75 | 70 | −5 mm |
| Standover | 822 | 830.55 | +9 mm |
| Seat tube length | 560 | 570 | +10 mm |
| Fork length | 398 | 405 | +7 mm |
| Head tube length | 240 | 220 | −20 mm |
Differences are the Salsa Warbird C eTap Wide minus the Merida SILEX+ 8000-E. Full charts: 2020 Merida SILEX+ 8000-E, 2022 Salsa Warbird C eTap Wide.
Where each sits in its class
Merida SILEX+ 8000-ESalsa Warbird C eTap Wide
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 SILEX+ 8000-ESILEX+ 8000-E | Salsa Warbird C eTap Wide |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida SILEX CF2 | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano GRX Disc DI2 | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano GRX817 | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X11 | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] | not listed |
| Wheelset | Fulrcum Rapid Red 500 | not listed |
| Tire | Kenda Flintridge Pro | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano GRX810 DI2 | not listed |
| Rotor | Shimano RT-MT800 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT GR | not listed |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CW | not listed |
| Headset | SILEX Neck | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida TEAM CC | not listed |
| Saddle | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
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