Merlin Extralight Dura-Ace 2003 Technical specs and features

Brand Merlin
Model Extralight Dura-Ace
First production 2003
Bike category Road
Bike sub-category Road Race & Triathlon
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Parts And Accessories Merlin Extralight Dura-Ace Parts   
Available Sizes - 18 (inches) / 45 (cm)
- 19 (inches) / 47 (cm)
- 19 (inches) / 49 (cm)
- 20 (inches) / 51 (cm)
- 21 (inches) / 53 (cm)
- 21 (inches) / 54 (cm)
- 22 (inches) / 55 (cm)
- 22 (inches) / 56 (cm)
- 22 (inches) / 57 (cm)
- 23 (inches) / 58 (cm)
- 23 (inches) / 59 (cm)
- 24 (inches) / 61 (cm)
- 25 (inches) / 63 (cm)
- custom (centimeters)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire700 X 23c Michelin Axial Pro Race
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size700c Wheels
Brakeset type Shimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control Levers
Shimano Dura-Ace Dual Pivot Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesMavic Ksyrium Elite
Rims manufacturer 18-hole and 20-hole
Mavic Ksyrium Elite
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel Aero
Mavic Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials3Al and 2.5V Titanium
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar construction3T Forgie XL
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem details3T Forgie XL
Headset sizeCane Creek IS-2 Integrated

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
Shimano CN-7701
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket type 109.5 (millimeters) Spindle
Shimano BB-7700
Crankset parts and sizes 39/53 Teeth
Shimano Dura-Ace
Gear shift leversShimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control
Rear gear set 12 - 25 Teeth
9-speed

Merlin Extralight Dura-Ace Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front)Shimano Dura-Ace
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano Dura-Ace SS
Fork material Aero Crown
Carbon Fiber Composite With Carbon Fiber Steerer
Fork typeReynolds Ouzo Pro

Other Specs of Merlin Extralight Dura-Ace

Component group setsShimano Dura-Ace
Available colors - Not found
Weight Not Available
Pedals detailsOptional
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seatSelle San Marco Aspide
Seat post extensionEaston EC70


Merlin Extralight Dura-Ace bike review

Merlin produced the Extralight Dura-Ace bike in 2003 and can be classified as a Road bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $5,510.00.
Extralight Dura-Ace bike is available in many sizes such as 45cm (centimeters), 47cm (centimeters), 49cm (centimeters), 51cm (centimeters), 53cm (centimeters), 54cm (centimeters), 55cm (centimeters), 56cm (centimeters), 57cm (centimeters), 58cm (centimeters), 59cm (centimeters), 61cm (centimeters), 63cm (centimeters) and custom (centimeters).
Merlin Road Extralight Dura-Ace can be found in one single color which is Not found.
This bike is equiped with 700 x 23c Michelin Axial Pro Race tires and Mavic stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic Ksyrium Elite, 18-hole/20-hole. Merlin equiped this exact model with Shimano Dura-Ace Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control levers braking system and Mavic Ksyrium Elite hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Merlin used 3Al/2.5V titanium material for the frame. 3T Forgie XL high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Extralight Dura-Ace to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of 3T Forgie XL.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Dura-Ace, 39/53 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-7701 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Merlin, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control gear shift levers.