Merlin Solis Dura Ace 9 2004 Technical specs and features

Brand Merlin
Model Solis Dura Ace 9
First production 2004
Bike category Road
Bike sub-category Road Race & Triathlon
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Parts And Accessories Merlin Solis Dura Ace 9 Parts   
Available Sizes - Xlarge
- small
- medium
- large


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire700 X 23c Vittoria Rubino Pro
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 SSC
Rims manufacturer 18-hole and 24-hole
Mavic Ksyrium SSC SL
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel Bladed
Mavic Zicral

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials Double-butted
3Al and 2.5V Titanium
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar constructionITM Millennium SO
Handlebar extenderNot Available
Handlebar stem detailsITM Millennium SO
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Integrated Cane Creek

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
Shimano CN-7700
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket type 109.5 (millimeters) Spindle
Shimano Dura-Ace
Crankset parts and sizes 39/53 Teeth
Shimano Dura-Ace
Gear shift leversShimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control
Rear gear set 12 - 23 Teeth
9-speed

Merlin Solis Dura Ace 9 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 Solis Dura Ace 9

Component group setsShimano Dura-Ace
Available colors - Polished
Weight Not Available
Pedals detailsNot Available
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seat Titanium Rails
Selle Italia Flite Gel
Seat post extensionEaston EC70


Merlin Solis Dura Ace 9 bike review

Merlin produced the Solis Dura Ace 9 bike in 2004 and can be classified as a Road bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $4,915.00.
Solis Dura Ace 9 bike is available in many sizes such as Xlarge , small , medium and large .
Merlin Road Solis Dura Ace 9 can be found in one single color which is Polished.
This bike is equiped with 700 x 23c Vittoria Rubino Pro tires and Mavic Zicral spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic Ksyrium SSC SL, 18-hole/24-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 SSC hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Merlin used 3Al/2.5V titanium, double-butted material for the frame. ITM Millennium SO high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Solis Dura Ace 9 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of ITM Millennium SO.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Dura-Ace, 39/53 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-7700 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.