Merida Speeder 100 (Silk Fog Green/Brown)
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An entry point into the Speeder range for riders who want road-bike speed on a budget, with just enough componentry to make daily commuting effortless.
Overview
The Speeder 100 is the accessible end of Merida's Speeder line — you still get the lightweight aluminium frame and full carbon fork that define the range, just paired with Shimano's CUES 2x9 drivetrain instead of Tiagra or SRAM Apex, keeping the price down without cutting corners on the frame and fork that do most of the work for ride quality.
Shimano CUES is a newer, simplified groupset family designed to be low-maintenance and dependable rather than flashy, and its 18-speed (2x9) range here covers everyday hills and flats comfortably. Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes handle stopping power, and the same tubeless-ready Merida Comp SL wheelset as the rest of the Speeder range means there's room to upgrade later.
It's a genuinely capable first "fast" bike — quick enough to notice the difference from a flat-bar city bike, practical enough for daily use, and built on a frame and fork that don't feel like they're holding the rest of the bike back.
Why You'll Like It
The carbon fork does the heavy lifting — even at this price point, the Speeder CF2 fork noticeably reduces road vibration compared to an all-aluminium hybrid.
Shimano CUES keeps maintenance simple — it's a newer groupset built for reliability and easy adjustment, not complexity.
A genuinely wide 18-speed range — across the 2x9 setup, so steep ramps and long flat stretches are both covered.
Hydraulic disc brakes as standard — not cable-actuated discs, which means more consistent, lower-effort braking.
Room to grow — the tubeless-ready wheelset means you can upgrade to tubeless tyres later without a new wheel purchase.
Who Is It For?
The Speeder 100 is built for someone stepping up from a basic city bike who wants to feel a real difference in speed and ride quality without spending Speeder 500 or 300 money. It's a strong first "proper" hybrid for a daily commuter who wants something quick enough to enjoy, not just functional.
For city riders managing daily traffic and inconsistent road surfaces, the carbon fork and hydraulic brakes bring a level of comfort and control that's genuinely noticeable over a typical aluminium hybrid at this price — you feel less of every pothole and stop with more confidence in the wet.
Good to Know
- Shimano CUES components share compatibility across the groupset family, so replacement parts and servicing are usually straightforward at any Shimano-familiar bike shop.
- The tubeless-ready rims mean you can switch to tubeless tyres later for lower rolling resistance and fewer punctures, without swapping the wheelset.
- Regular chain cleaning will keep the 2x9 drivetrain shifting smoothly, especially if you're commuting through dusty or wet conditions.
Technical Specifications
- Frame: SPEEDER LITE III material: aluminium 700x35C max. wheelsize 100x9/135x9mm axle standard BSA bottom bracket standard
- Fork: MERIDA SPEEDER CF2 Tapered material: carbon 700x35C max. wheelsize
- Shock: N/A - rigid fork
- Bottom Bracket: Shimano UN101 LL123
- Chain: KMC xGlide
- Crank: Shimano Cues U4002 40-26 teeth 170 mm-XXS/XS/S/M/L/XL
- Shift Levers: Shimano Cues U4000-L / Shimano Cues U-4000-R
- Cassette: SunRace U98 CS-U98 11-36 teeth 9 speed
- Front Derailleur: Shimano CUES FD-U4000-L
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano Cues U3020 SGS
- Grip/Tape: MERIDA COMP CT
- Handlebar: MERIDA COMP TK material: aluminium 600mm width Flat
- Stem: MERIDA EXPERT CC material: aluminium 31.8mm diameter 7 degree stem angle 80 mm (XXS/XS), 90 mm (S), 100 mm (M), 110 mm (L/XL)
- Saddle: MERIDA COMP SL 22% recycled material V-mount
- Seatpost: MERIDA COMP CC 30.9mm diameter 5mm setback material: aluminium
- Front Brake: Shimano MT200 2 piston Disc
- Rear Brake: Shimano MT200 2 piston Disc
- Front Wheel: MERIDA COMP SL 17mm inner width 22mm height material: aluminium Tubeless ready, Shimano QC300 100x9mm width 32 spoke holes centerlock
- Rear Wheel: MERIDA COMP SL 17mm inner width 22mm height material: aluminium Tubeless ready, Shimano FH-QC300-HM 135x9mm width 32 spoke holes centerlock
- Front Tire: Kenda Tanwall 35mm 700x35C
- Rear Tire: Kenda Tanwall 35mm 700x35C
- Pedal: VP VPE-891
Additional Info
- Country of Origin: China
- Imported By: Extreme Adventure Sports , Gat No. 399 , Milkat , 2289 , Nagar Rd , Sai Satyam Park , Wagholi , Lonikand , Pune - 412207 , Maharashtra , India.
- Net Quantity: 1N
- Customer Care Address: 291, 10 Main, 5 Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore - 560041. Ph: (080)47183232, Email: support@bumsonthesaddle.com
- Commodity: Bicycles
