2021 Merida SPEEDER vs 2020 Merida CROSSWAY URBAN L XT-EDITION
The S is the Merida CROSSWAY URBAN L XT-EDITION size closest to your ML Merida SPEEDER. 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 URBAN L XT-EDITION
Compared with the Merida SPEEDER in ML, the Merida CROSSWAY URBAN L XT-EDITION in S places the top of the head tube 16 mm lower and 6 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 16 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −16 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +6 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +16 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +12 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida SPEEDER, MLMerida CROSSWAY URBAN L XT-EDITION, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida SPEEDER ML | Merida CROSSWAY URBAN L XT-EDITION S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 404 | 410 | +6 mm |
| Stack | 606 | 590 | −16 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.5 | 71 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73.5 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 583 | 585 | +2 mm |
| Chainstay length | 438 | 450 | +12 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1065 | 1081 | +16 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 70 | +5 mm |
| Standover | 806 | 590 | −216 mm |
| Seat tube length | 540 | 470 | −70 mm |
| Fork length | 395 | 395 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 190 | 170 | −20 mm |
Differences are the Merida CROSSWAY URBAN L XT-EDITION minus the Merida SPEEDER. Full charts: 2021 Merida SPEEDER, 2020 Merida CROSSWAY URBAN L XT-EDITION.
Where each sits in its class
Merida SPEEDERMerida CROSSWAY URBAN L XT-EDITION
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 SPEEDER100 | Merida CROSSWAY URBAN L XT-EDITIONURBAN L XT-EDITION |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida SPEEDER LITE II | Merida CROSSWAY URBAN TFS L |
| Fork | Merida SPEEDER CF2 | CROSSWAY URBAN CF2 |
| Shifter | Shimano ST-EF505 | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano TY710, Shimano AceraX | Shimano SLX, Shimano XT Shadow |
| Cassette | SunRace CSM668 | Shimano SLX |
| Chain | SunRace CNM84 | KMC X11 |
| Crankset | 170 mm-all sizes | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH-7420ST Cartridge Bearing | Shimano MT800 BSA |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | VPE-891 |
| Tire | Maxxis Detonator | Maxxis Overdrive II |
| Brake | Shimano ST-EF505 | Shimano MT500 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | Shimano SM-RT10 |
| Handlebar | Merida COMP TK | Merida COMP CC |
| Stem | Merida COMP CC | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Grips | Merida COMP EC | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Headset | Merida M2341 Neck | Merida M2339 Neck |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | Merida COMP CC |
| Saddle | not listed | Merida EXPERT TK |
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