Merlin R.S.R. 1997 VS GT GTR TEAM 2008 specs comparison

Merlin R.S.R.
General InfosModel | R.S.R. |
Manufacturer | Merlin |
Year of production | 1997 |
Current price | Check price Here ==> |
Color choice | -Brushed |
Sizes | - 53 cm (centimeters)- 55 cm (centimeters)- 57 cm (centimeters)- 59 cm (centimeters) |
Sizes | - 53 cm (centimeters)- 55 cm (centimeters)- 57 cm (centimeters)- 59 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 Specs
Frame materials | 3Al and 2.5V Titanium and G-4 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 Specifications
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 | 12 - 26 Teeth8-speed |
Merlin R.S.R. Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Bottom-pull and clamp-on 31.8 (millimeters)Shimano 600 Ultegra |
Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano 600 Ultegra |
Fork material | Aero CrownCarbon Fiber Composite |
Fork type | Wound Up |
Other Specs of Merlin R.S.R.
Component group sets | Shimano 600 Ultegra |
Pedals details | Optional |
Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
Saddle seat | Titanium RailsSelle San Marco Strada |
Seat post extension | 27.2 (millimeters) DiameterControl Tech Control Post |

GT GTR Team
General InfosModel | GTR Team |
Manufacturer | GT |
Year of production | 2008 |
Current price | Check price Here ==> |
Color choice | -Carbon and Gray |
Sizes | - 50cm (centimeters)- 52cm (centimeters)- 54cm (centimeters)- 56cm (centimeters)- 58cm (centimeters) |
Wheels And Breaking System
Bike front tire | 700 X 23c Hutchinson Fusion |
Bike rear tire | Not Available |
Bike wheel size | 700c Wheels |
Brakeset type | Shimano Dura-Ace STI LeversShimano Dura-Ace Dual Pivot Brakes |
Hubs for disc brakes | Shimano Dura-Ace Tubeless |
Rims manufacturer | Shimano Dura-Ace Tubeless |
Spoke nipples type | Not Available |
Spoke wheel | Shimano |
Frame and Body Specs
Frame materials | GTR Carbon |
Frame type | Monocoque |
Handlebar construction | Ritchey Carbon Evolution |
Handlebar extender | Optional |
Handlebar stem details | Ritchey Logic Pro 31.8 |
Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) FSA Integrated |
Gearing Specifications
Bicycle chain | Shimano CN-5600 |
Bottom bracket shell width | Not Available |
Bottom bracket type | Shimano Hollowtech II |
Crankset parts and sizes | 39/53 TeethShimano Dura Ace |
Gear shift levers | Shimano Dura-Ace STI |
Rear gear set | 11 - 25 Teeth10-speed |
GT GTR Team Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Shimano Dura-Ace |
Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano Dura-Ace |
Fork material | Aero CrownCarbon |
Fork type | Ritchey Carbon Pro |
Other Specs of GT GTR Team
Component group sets | Shimano Dura-Ace |
Pedals details | Not Available |
Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
Saddle seat | Fi'zi:k Arione |
Seat post extension | Ritchey Pro Carbon |
Useful links and guides ....
- To know more about this exacte bike, Merlin provided us with the latest version of its R.S.R. bike manual
- Find All parts, tires and accessories of Merlin R.S.R. Road here
- Get your GT GTR Team manual book version yo know further about this bike
- Saddles, tires And mechanical parts for GT GTR Team Road here