Merida eSilex + 600

Explore the path less travelled, follow the trail wherever it might take you

The helping hand of a hub drive unit and the off-road capability of a gravel bike means the eSILEX 600+ allows you to choose the trail you want to ride. Ride on or off-road with the combination of plump, gravel-ready tyres on agile 650b rims with drop barred efficiency and the subtle helping hand of the MAHLE ebikemotion X35+ hub motor and 250 Wh battery. A smooth Shimano GRX single chainring wide-range groupset and hydraulic disc brakes mean effortless control while our carbon fork helps dampen vibrations, plus a full complement of mounts is ideal for backpacking trips. If you are often looking for the off-road alternative when you are out on your bike or simply enjoy exploring the path unknown, then the eSILEX might be the perfect assisted bike for you. The rear-hub MAHLE system with integrated battery offers a neutral support level whenever your journey requires some e-motor assistance. You can even use an externally mounted 208 Wh MAHLE Range Extender to boost range. Similarly to the non-assisted SILEX, the eSILEX is available in the more rugged 650b or the more fast-rolling 700c set-up. Both versions come with gravel/off-road tyres for extra grip. A large number of fixing points on the frame as well as the fork, turn the eSILEX into an adventure rig without any fuss.

Features

MAHLE ebikemotion X35+ hub motor gives natural feeling assistance
Triple butted aluminium frame with built-in 250 Wh battery
Sleek 'normal bike' silhouette and low weight
Shimano GRX drivetrain and hydraulic brakes
Gravel tyres on more rugged 650b wheels
Multiple frame and fork fixing points for extra carrying capacity

Tech Specs

Frameset

Frame: eSILEX LITE II
material: aluminium
700x45C / 700x42C (with fender) / 27,5x47C max. wheelsize
100x9/135x9 mm axle standard
BSA bottom bracket standard
Frame size: XS, S, M, L, XL

Fork

MERIDA SILEX CF2
carbon
max. 700x42C / 700x35C (with fender) / max. 50x650B wheelsize

Brakes

Shimano GRX600; 2 piston
Rotors: Shimano RT64 / Shimano RT66; 160 mm

Cockpit

Headset: MERIDA 8158
Handlebar: MERIDA EXPERT GRII; material: aluminium; 400 mm (XS/S), 420 mm (M), 440 mm (L/XL)
HAndlebar stem: MERIDA EXPERT IR II; material: aluminium; 31.8 mm diameter; 5° stem angle; 80 mm all sizes
Grip: MERIDA ROAD EXPERT
Seat post: MERIDA EXPERT CC; material: carbon; 30.9 mm diameter; 0 mm setback
Seat clamp: MERIDA EXPERT
Saddle: MERIDA COMP CC; V-mount

Transmission

Derailleur (R): Shimano GRX812
Pedal: VP VPE-891
Chain: KMC e11s
Crank: Shimano GRX600; 40 teeth; 170 mm-XS/S/SM/ML, 175 mm-L/XL
Freewheel: Shimano M5100; 11-42 teeth; 11 speed
Bottom bracket: Shimano RS500 BSA

Wheel

Hubs: VP CLK170F; 100x12 mm width front hub; 28 spoke holes; Centerlock
Rim: MERIDA EXPERT CX; 19 mm inner width; 24 mm height; material: aluminium; Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included)
Tyre rear: Maxxis Rambler; 650Bx47; ShieldWall / TLR
Spokes: Black stainless
Light front: Chance Good 119PG
Light rear: Chance Good 404RG

E-Bike

Drive: UNIT MAHLE X35+ Hub Engine; 40Nm
Battery: Mahle B1-D 250Wh

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Technologies

Prolite 66 triple butted aluminum
When creating high-end aluminium frames, we use our proven PROLITE 66 (6066) aluminium, as it is incredibly light and durable. In addition, it works exceptionally well with our hydroforming technology, allowing us to create complex shapes, featuring triple butted wall thicknesses, an almost carbon-like appearance and the best possible stiffness-to-weight ratio. While lesser alloys might be cheaper, it is the ideal choice for high-performance bicycle frames.

HFS - Hydro forming system
‘C-Mount’ equipped bikes have the fixing points for a rear rack already integrated (some bikes require model specific rear rack), making fitting fast, simple and reliable.

X-Taper headtube
Steering precision is vital to safe and confident handling, and the X-TAPER HEADTUBE allows us to significantly boost this precision. A larger headset diameter at the bottom paired with a smaller one at the top helps to deal with the strains modern riding and equipment can put on the headtube, all without adding unnecessary weight. It allows tapered forks to be fitted with ease and delivers precise and confidence-inspiring steering.

Smooth welding
This is a process we use to give a nice flat finish to our welds instead of the scaled, 'stack of coins' effect TIG welded joints often have. The welder uses the welding torch to go over the joint twice, helping to smooth out the filler material. It takes a lot of skill to do this, but it delivers strong and smart-looking frames that have the appearance of a carbon fibre frame at first look.

Internal cable routing
On the majority of our frames, we run the gear and brake cables and hoses through the frame. The cables enter and exit the frame through smooth sockets, or we use one of our other systems like SMART ENTRY or WIRE PORT to be routed through. Running the cables inside the frame protects them from the elements, gives a clean and neat look and can offer aerodynamic advantages.

Down tube exit
DOWN TUBE EXIT is a feature seen on some of our frames with internally routed cables. By slightly overlapping the downtube where it connects to the bottom bracket, it leaves a small space that allows cables to exit easily. This means they are easily accessible for routine maintenance or replacement, but it prevents excessive movement and noise that can cause wear and distraction.

F-Mount
Being able to turn your bike into an all-weather commuter that has mudguards and other fittings can be a real plus, in particular when riding on wet and perhaps muddy roads and tracks on a regular basis. To make fitting easy, some of our bikes are F-MOUNT equipped. These integrated fittings mounts make adding mudguards fast and simple. Please note that some bikes require model-specific mudguards.

K-Mount
When using your bike in an urban environment, where you might not always have the option to use a specific bike stand, a kickstand is an ideal solution to park your bike safely. Some of our bikes come with a neatly integrated K-MOUNT, which makes fitting a MERIDA kickstand (or any commercial kickstand) easy. And if you don’t want to have a kickstand and prefer the clean appearance of your frame, the K-MOUNT is neatly tucked away underneath your chainstay, difficult to spot if you don’t know it is there.

C-Mount
Similar to our F-MOUNT, where various fixing points for mudguards are part of the frame offering, the C-MOUNT equipped bikes have the fixing points for a rear rack already integrated, making fitting fast, simple and reliable. The C-MOUNTS are an additional feature that improves the day-to-day versatility by adding loading capacity to your bike, ideal for commuting and shopping trips. Please note that some bikes require model-specific rear racks.

Wire port
MERIDA designed headsets that enable all control cables from the handlebar to enter the frame through the headset cover, creating a clean and uncluttered look, allowing for a lighter, stronger and more aerodynamic frame structure than with conventional cable ports. Depending on the model, the cables are run completely internally (including the bar and stem) or semi-integrated, where the cables enter the frame underneath the stem.