Merlin XL Compact (01) 2002 Technical specs and features
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| Brand | Merlin |
| Model | XL Compact (01) |
| First production | 2002 |
| Bike category | Road |
| Bike sub-category | Road Race & Triathlon |
| Bike Pricing | See price on Amazon |
| Parts And Accessories | Merlin XL Compact (01) Parts |
| Available Sizes | - Large - medium - medium/large - small - xlarge |
Wheels And Breaking System
| Bike front tire | 700 X 23c Hutchinson Carbon Comp |
| Bike rear tire | Not Available |
| Bike wheel size | 700c Wheels |
| Brakeset type | Campagnolo Centaur Ergo LeversCampagnolo Centaur Dual Pivot Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Campagnolo Centaur |
| Rims manufacturer | 32-holeMavic CXP 21 |
| Spoke nipples type | Brass Nipples |
| Spoke wheel | 14ga. Double-buttedWheelsmith Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | Double-butted3Al and 2.5V Titanium |
| Frame type | TIG-welded |
| Handlebar construction | ITM Super Italian Pro 260 |
| Handlebar extender | Not Available |
| Handlebar stem details | ITM Big One Threadless |
| Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) Integrated Cane Creek IS-5 Integrated |
Gearing Specs
| Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Campagnolo Record |
| Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
| Bottom bracket type | 111 (millimeters) SpindleCampagnolo AC-H |
| Crankset parts and sizes | 39/53 TeethCampagnolo Centaur |
| Gear shift levers | Campagnolo Centaur Ergo |
| Rear gear set | Optional Of Gearing10-speed |
Merlin XL Compact (01) Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Bottom-pull and clamp-on 31.8 (millimeters)Campagnolo Centaur |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Campagnolo Centaur |
| Fork material | Aero CrownCarbon Fiber Composite With Carbon Fiber Steerer |
| Fork type | Merlin M-26 Carbon |
Other Specs of Merlin XL Compact (01)
| Component group sets | Campagnolo Centaur |
| Available colors | - Signature Satin Finish |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Pedals details | Optional |
| Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
| Saddle seat | Selle Italia Flite |
| Seat post extension | 27.2 (millimeters) DiameterThomson Elite |
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Merlin XL Compact (01) bike review
Merlin produced the XL Compact (01) bike in 2002 and can be classified as a Road bicycle.XL Compact (01) bike is available in many sizes such as Large , medium , medium/large , small and xlarge .
Merlin Road XL Compact (01) can be found in a few colors, among these colors Signature Satin Finish .
This bike is equiped with 700 x 23c Hutchinson Carbon Comp tires and Wheelsmith stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic CXP 21, 32-hole. Merlin equiped this exact model with Campagnolo Centaur dual pivot brakes, Campagnolo Centaur Ergo levers braking system and Campagnolo Centaur hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Merlin used 3Al/2.5V titanium, double-butted material for the frame. ITM Super Italian Pro 260 high strength material is used on the handlebar of this XL Compact (01) to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of ITM Big One Threadless.
For the smoothest biking experience Campagnolo Centaur, 39/53 teeth 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 Centaur Ergo gear shift levers.