Merlin Extralight 1996 Technical specs and features
| Brand | Merlin |
| Model | Extralight |
| First production | 1996 |
| Bike category | Road |
| Bike sub-category | Road Race & Triathlon |
| Bike Pricing | See price on Amazon |
| Parts And Accessories | Merlin Extralight Parts |
| Available Sizes | - 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)- custom (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 | Campagnolo Record LeversCampagnolo Record Dual Pivot Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Not Available |
| Rims manufacturer | 32-holeMavic Reflex CD |
| Spoke nipples type | Alloy Nipples |
| Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters) Double ButtedWheelsmith Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | Butted With 6Al and 4V Titanium Dropouts SeamlessMTS325 Titanium |
| Frame type | Welded Titanium |
| Handlebar construction | TTT Forma SL |
| Handlebar extender | Not Available |
| Handlebar stem details | TTT Synthesis |
| Headset size | 1 (inches) Campagnolo Record |
Gearing Specs
| Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Campagnolo Record |
| Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
| Bottom bracket type | 103 (millimeters) SpindleCampagnolo Record |
| Crankset parts and sizes | Campagnolo Record |
| Gear shift levers | Campagnolo Record Ergo |
| Rear gear set | Optional Of Gearing8-speed |
Merlin Extralight Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Bottom-pull and clamp-on 35.0 (millimeters)Campagnolo Record |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Campagnolo Record |
| Fork material | Aero CrownCarbon and Vectran Fiber Composite |
| Fork type | Time Vectran |
Other Specs of Merlin Extralight
| Component group sets | Campagnolo Record |
| Available colors | - Satin |
| Weight | 17.4 |
| Pedals details | Optional |
| Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
| Saddle seat | Optional |
| Seat post extension | 27.2 (millimeters) DiameterCampagnolo Record |
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Merlin Extralight bike review
Merlin produced the Extralight bike in 1996 and can be classified as a Road bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $4,600.00.Extralight bike is available in many sizes such as 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) and custom (centimeters).
Merlin Road Extralight can be found in one single color which is Satin.
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 CD, 32-hole. Merlin equiped this exact model with Campagnolo Record dual pivot brakes, Campagnolo Record levers braking system .
To guarantee the comfiest ride Merlin used MTS325 titanium, seamless, butted with 6Al/4V titanium dropouts material for the frame. TTT Forma SL high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Extralight to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of TTT Synthesis.
For the smoothest biking experience Campagnolo Record is used on this bicycle linked to Campagnolo Record chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Merlin, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Campagnolo Record Ergo gear shift levers.