2019 Merida SPEEDER vs 2021 Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D
The L is the Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D size closest to your XL Merida SPEEDER. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D
Compared with the Merida SPEEDER in XL, the Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D in L places the top of the head tube 17 mm lower and 21 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 60 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −17 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +21 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +60 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +15 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida SPEEDER, XLMerida CROSSWAY L 20-D, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida SPEEDER XL | Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 379 | 400 | +21 mm |
| Stack | 659 | 642 | −17 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73 | 71.5 | −1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 73 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 580 | 600 | +20 mm |
| Chainstay length | 435 | 450 | +15 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1032 | 1092 | +60 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 70 | +5 mm |
| Standover | 854 | 588 | −266 mm |
| Seat tube length | 590 | 510 | −80 mm |
| Fork length | 395 | 450 | +55 mm |
| Head tube length | 240 | 170 | −70 mm |
Differences are the Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D minus the Merida SPEEDER. Full charts: 2019 Merida SPEEDER, 2021 Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D.
Where each sits in its class
Merida SPEEDERMerida CROSSWAY L 20-D
Each bike is ranked against the other commuter bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Merida SPEEDER100 | Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D20-D |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida SPEEDER TFS | Merida CROSSWAY L SPEED |
| Fork | Merida SPEEDER CF2 | SR Suntour NEX HLO |
| Derailleur | Shimano TY710, Shimano AceraX | Shimano FD-TY710, Shimano Acera M360 |
| Cassette | SunRace CSM668 | SunRace CSM668 |
| Chain | KMC M700 | SunRace M84 |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH 7420ST | FSA TH-7420ST-W |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | VPE-891 |
| Tire | Maxxis Detonator | Merida K1171 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | Shimano SM-RT10 |
| Handlebar | Merida COMP TK | Merida CC |
| Stem | Merida COMP CC | Merida TK |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT EC | Merida EC |
| Headset | Merida M2341 Neck | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | Merida TK |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano ST-EF505 |
| Hub | not listed | Shimano TX505 |
| Rim | not listed | Merida CC |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano ST-EF505 |
| Saddle | not listed | Merida Cross Sport |
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