Merlin XLM 1997 VS KHS CREST ST 2003 specs comparison

Merlin XLM
General InfosModel | XLM |
Manufacturer | Merlin |
Year of production | 1997 |
Current price | Check price Here ==> |
Color choice | -Brushed |
Sizes | - 12 (inches)- 13.5 (inches)- 15 (inches)- 16.25 (inches)- 17.5 (inches)- 18.75 (inches)- 20 (inches)- 21.5 (inches) |
Sizes | - 12 (inches)- 13.5 (inches)- 15 (inches)- 16.25 (inches)- 17.5 (inches)- 18.75 (inches)- 20 (inches)- 21.5 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
Bike front tire | 26 X 2.10 (inches) WTB VelociRaptor Kevlar |
Bike rear tire | Not Available |
Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
Brakeset type | Shimano XTR LeversShimano XTR V-Brake Brakes |
Hubs for disc brakes | Shimano XTR |
Rims manufacturer | 32-holeMavic 217 SUP |
Spoke nipples type | Alloy Nipples |
Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters) Double ButtedWheelsmith Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specs
Frame materials | Double-butted3Al and 2.5V Titanium |
Frame type | TIG-welded |
Handlebar construction | Syncros Hardcore |
Handlebar extender | Optional |
Handlebar stem details | Syncros Hardcore |
Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Chris King NoThreadSet |
Gearing Specifications
Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Shimano CN-IG90 |
Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
Bottom bracket type | 112.5 (millimeters) SpindleShimano BB-M950 |
Crankset parts and sizes | 24/36/46 TeethShimano XTR M950-HG |
Gear shift levers | Shimano XTR RapidFire SL |
Rear gear set | 12 - 32 Teeth8-speed |
Merlin XLM Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Bottom-pull and clamp-on 35.0 (millimeters)Shimano XTR Top-swing |
Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano XTR SGS |
Fork material | Triple-clamp CrownMagnesium |
Fork type | Rock Shox Judy SL |
Other Specs of Merlin XLM
Component group sets | Shimano XTR 950 |
Pedals details | Optional |
Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
Saddle seat | Bontrager With Titanium Rails |
Seat post extension | 27.2 (millimeters) DiameterSyncros Pro Series Aluminum |

KHS Crest ST
General InfosModel | Crest ST |
Manufacturer | KHS |
Year of production | 2003 |
Current price | Check price Here ==> |
Color choice | -White and Blue |
Sizes | - Small - medium - large - x-large |
Wheels And Breaking System
Bike front tire | 26 X 2.10 (inches) Panaracer Fire XC Pro |
Bike rear tire | Not Available |
Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
Brakeset type | Power Tools Linear Pull LeversAvid Single Digit 3 Brakes |
Hubs for disc brakes | PowerTools Alloy |
Rims manufacturer | 32-holeAluminum |
Spoke nipples type | Brass Nipples |
Spoke wheel | 14ga. Straight GaugeStainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specs
Frame materials | Reynolds Double Butted Chromoly |
Frame type | TIG-welded |
Handlebar construction | 1 (inches) RiseAluminum |
Handlebar extender | Optional |
Handlebar stem details | Kore Race Forged |
Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Aluminum |
Gearing Specifications
Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)KMC Z82 |
Bottom bracket shell width | Not Available |
Bottom bracket type | Sealed Cartridge |
Crankset parts and sizes | 22/32/42 TeethTruVativ Five D |
Gear shift levers | Shimano Alivio RapidFire Plus |
Rear gear set | 11 - 30 Teeth8-speed |
KHS Crest ST Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Shimano Acera |
Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano Alivio |
Fork material | Single CrownAluminum and magnesium |
Fork type | 80 (millimeters) TravelRock Shox Pilot C |
Other Specs of KHS Crest ST
Component group sets | Mountain Mix |
Pedals details | Aluminum Cage |
Rear shock absorber | 1.0 (inches) TravelPowerTools |
Saddle seat | KHS Dual Density |
Seat post extension | Kalloy Micro-adjust |
Useful links and guides ....
- To know more about this exacte bike, Merlin provided us with the latest version of its XLM bike manual
- Find All parts, tires and accessories of Merlin XLM Mountain bike here
- Get your KHS Crest ST manual book version yo know further about this bike
- Saddles, tires And mechanical parts for KHS Crest ST Mountain bike here