Merlin Road BTC 1998 Technical specs and features
| Brand | Merlin |
| Model | Road BTC |
| First production | 1998 |
| Bike category | Folding |
| Bike sub-category | Folding |
| Bike Pricing | See price on Amazon |
| Parts And Accessories | Merlin Road BTC Parts |
| Available Sizes | - 45 cm (centimeters)- 47 cm (centimeters)- 49 cm (centimeters)- 51 cm (centimeters)- 53 cm (centimeters)- 54 cm (centimeters)- 55 cm (centimeters)- 56 cm (centimeters)- 57 cm (centimeters)- 58 cm (centimeters)- 59 cm (centimeters)- 61 cm (centimeters)- 63 cm (centimeters) |
Wheels And Breaking System
| Bike front tire | 700 X 23c Michelin Hi Lite Super Comp |
| Bike rear tire | Not Available |
| Bike wheel size | 700c Wheels |
| Brakeset type | Shimano 600 Ultegra LeversShimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Shimano 600 Ultegra |
| Rims manufacturer | 32-holeMavic Reflex SUP |
| Spoke nipples type | Alloy Nipples |
| Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters) Double-buttedWheelsmith Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | 3Al and 2.5V Titanium |
| Frame type | TIG-welded |
| Handlebar construction | TTT Forma |
| 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) SpindleShimano BB-UN71 |
| Crankset parts and sizes | 39/53 TeethShimano 600 Ultegra |
| Gear shift levers | Shimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control |
| Rear gear set | 11 - 26 Teeth9-speed |
Merlin Road BTC Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Bottom-pull and clamp-on 31.8 (millimeters)Shimano 600 Ultegra |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano 600 Ultegra SS |
| Fork material | Aero CrownCarbon Fiber Composite |
| Fork type | Wound Up |
Other Specs of Merlin Road BTC
| Component group sets | Shimano 600 Ultegra |
| Available colors | - Brushed |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Pedals details | Optional |
| Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
| Saddle seat | Titanium RailsSelle San Marco Squadra HDP |
| Seat post extension | 27.2 (millimeters) DiameterAmerican Classic |
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Merlin produced the Road BTC bike in 1998 and can be classified as a Folding bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $3,800.00.Road BTC bike is available in many sizes such as 45 cm (centimeters), 47 cm (centimeters), 49 cm (centimeters), 51 cm (centimeters), 53 cm (centimeters), 54 cm (centimeters), 55 cm (centimeters), 56 cm (centimeters), 57 cm (centimeters), 58 cm (centimeters), 59 cm (centimeters), 61 cm (centimeters) and 63 cm (centimeters).
Merlin Folding Road BTC can be found in one single color which is Brushed.
This bike is equiped with 700 x 23c Michelin Hi Lite Super Comp tires and Wheelsmith stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic Reflex SUP, 32-hole. Merlin equiped this exact model with Shimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers braking system and Shimano 600 Ultegra hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Merlin used 3Al/2.5V titanium material for the frame. TTT Forma high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Road BTC 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.