Merlin Cyclocross XL 1997 Technical specs and features
| Brand | Merlin |
| Model | Cyclocross XL |
| First production | 1997 |
| Bike category | Cyclo-cross |
| Bike sub-category | Cyclo-cross |
| Bike Pricing | Check price Here ==> |
| Parts And Accessories | Merlin Cyclocross XL Parts |
| Available Sizes | - 51 cm (centimeters) - 53 cm (centimeters) - 55 cm (centimeters) - 57 cm (centimeters) - 59 cm (centimeters) - 61 cm (centimeters) |
Wheels And Breaking System
| Bike front tire | 700 X 35c Ritchey Alfa Bite |
| Bike rear tire | Not Available |
| Bike wheel size | 700c Wheels |
| Brakeset type | Shimano 600 Ultegra Levers Shimano Deore XT M-System Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Shimano Deore XT |
| Rims manufacturer | 28-hole Mavic T 217 SUP |
| Spoke nipples type | Alloy Nipples |
| Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters) Double Butted Wheelsmith Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | Double-butted 3Al and 2.5V Titanium |
| Frame type | TIG-welded |
| Handlebar construction | TTT Forma SL |
| Handlebar extender | Not Available |
| Handlebar stem details | TTT Synthesis |
| Headset size | 1 (inches) Shimano 600 Ultegra |
Gearing Specs
| Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches) Shimano CN-HG90 |
| Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
| Bottom bracket type | 115 (millimeters) Spindle Shimano BB-UN71 |
| Crankset parts and sizes | 39/53 Teeth Shimano 600 Ultegra |
| Gear shift levers | Shimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control |
| Rear gear set | 12 - 28 Teeth 8-speed |
Merlin Cyclocross XL Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Shimano Deore XT Top-swing |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano Deore XT SS |
| Fork material | Dedacciai 18MCDV6 |
| Fork type | Steelman |
Other Specs of Merlin Cyclocross XL
| Component group sets | Shimano 600 Ultegra and Deore XT |
| Available colors | - Brushed |
| Weight | 20.1 |
| Pedals details | Optional |
| Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
| Saddle seat | Titanium Rails Selle San Marco Strada |
| Seat post extension | 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter Ritchey Expert |
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Merlin Cyclocross XL bike review
Merlin produced the Cyclocross XL bike in 1997 and can be classified as a Cyclo-cross bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $4,100.00.
Cyclocross XL bike is available in many sizes such as 51 cm (centimeters), 53 cm (centimeters), 55 cm (centimeters), 57 cm (centimeters), 59 cm (centimeters) and 61 cm (centimeters).
Merlin Cyclo-cross Cyclocross XL can be found in one single color which is Brushed.
This bike is equiped with 700 x 35c Ritchey Alfa Bite tires and Wheelsmith stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic T 217 SUP, 28-hole. Merlin equiped this exact model with Shimano Deore XT M-System brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers braking system and Shimano Deore XT hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Merlin used 3Al/2.5V titanium, double-butted material for the frame. TTT Forma SL high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Cyclocross XL to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of TTT Synthesis.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-HG90 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Merlin, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control gear shift levers.