Merlin Oreas XT 2004 Technical specs and features

Brand Merlin
Model Oreas XT
First production 2004
Bike category Mountain Bike
Bike sub-category Mountain With Front Suspension
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Parts And Accessories Merlin Oreas XT Parts   
Available Sizes - 13.5 (inches) / 34.29 (cm)
- 13.5 (inches)
- 15 (inches) / 38.1 (cm)
- 15 (inches)
- 16 (inches) / 40.64 (cm)
- 16 (inches)
- 17.5 (inches) / 44.45 (cm)
- 17.5 (inches)
- 19 (inches) / 48.26 (cm)
- 19 (inches)
- 20 (inches) / 50.8 (cm)
- 20 (inches)
- 21.5 (inches) / 54.61 (cm)
- 21.5 (inches)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire26 X 1.95 (inches) Kenda Karma
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size26 (inches) Wheels
Brakeset type Shimano Deore XT M755 Hydraulic Front and Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control Rear Levers
Shimano Deore XT M755 Hydraulic Disc Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesMavic Crossmax Enduro
Rims manufacturerMavic Crossmax Enduro
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel 14ga. Straight Gauge
Mavic Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials3Al and 2.5V Titanium
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar constructionEaston EA-70
Handlebar extenderNot Available
Handlebar stem detailsThomson Elite
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Integrated Cane Creek

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
Shimano CN-HG93
Bottom bracket shell widthNot Available
Bottom bracket typeNot Available
Crankset parts and sizesShimano Deore XT
Gear shift leversShimano Deore XT RapidFire
Rear gear set 12 - 32 Teeth
9-speed

Merlin Oreas XT Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front)Shimano Deore XT
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano Deore XT
Fork material Single Crown
Aluminum
Fork type 80 (millimeters) Travel
Fox Float F80 RLT

Other Specs of Merlin Oreas XT

Component group setsShimano Deore XT
Available colors - Polished
Weight Not Available
Pedals detailsNot Available
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seatSelle Italia Nitrox Gel
Seat post extensionThomson Elite


Merlin Oreas XT bike review

Merlin produced the Oreas XT bike in 2004 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $3,500.00.
Oreas XT bike is available in many sizes such as 13.5 (inches), 15 (inches), 16 (inches), 17.5 (inches), 19 (inches), 20 (inches) and 21.5 (inches).
Merlin Mountain bike Oreas XT can be found in one single color which is Polished.
This bike is equiped with 26 x 1.95" Kenda Karma tires and Mavic stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic Crossmax Enduro. Merlin equiped this exact model with Shimano Deore XT M755 hydraulic disc brakes, Shimano Deore XT M755 hydraulic front/Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control rear levers braking system and Mavic Crossmax Enduro hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Merlin used 3Al/2.5V titanium material for the frame. Easton EA-70 high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Oreas XT to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Thomson Elite.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Deore XT is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-HG93 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Merlin, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Deore XT RapidFire gear shift levers.