Merlin Oreas XTR 2004 Technical specs and features

Brand Merlin
Model Oreas XTR
First production 2004
Bike category Mountain Bike
Bike sub-category Mountain With Front Suspension
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Parts And Accessories Merlin Oreas XTR 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 XTR RapidFire STI Levers
Shimano XTR Disc Brake Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesMavic Crossmax SL
Rims manufacturerMavic Crossmax SL
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 XTR
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket type 118.5 (millimeters) Spindle
Shimano XTR Integral
Crankset parts and sizes 24/34/44 Teeth
Shimano XTR
Gear shift leversShimano XTR RapidFire STI
Rear gear set 12 - 32 Teeth
9-speed

Merlin Oreas XTR Fork System Data

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

Other Specs of Merlin Oreas XTR

Component group setsShimano XTR
Available colors - Polished
Weight Unspecified
Pedals detailsNot Available
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seat Titanium Rails
Selle Italia Flite
Seat post extensionEaston EC70


Merlin Oreas XTR bike review

Merlin produced the Oreas XTR bike in 2004 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $4,560.00.
Oreas XTR 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 XTR 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 SL. Merlin equiped this exact model with Shimano XTR Disc Brake brakes, Shimano XTR RapidFire STI levers braking system and Mavic Crossmax SL 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 XTR to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Thomson Elite.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano XTR, 24/34/44 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano XTR chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Merlin, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano XTR RapidFire STI gear shift levers.