Merida Speeder 500 Hybrid Bike Dark Strawberry/Black
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The Merida Speeder 500 is a reliable flat-bar road bike designed for urban commuting and recreational riding, combining style with versatility and comfort. It features a lightweight aluminium frame for manoeuvrability, a reliable SRAM 1x12 drivetrain for easy shifting and Shimano hydraulic disc brakes for dependable stopping power.
Merida Speeder 500 Hybrid Bike
- Lightweight aluminium frame
- CF2 carbon fork for improved handling
- Sram Apex 1x12 drivetrain
- Hydraulic disc brakes for powerful stopping
LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINIUM FRAME
Optimised for comfort and agility, perfect for city rides.
CARBON FORK
Provides enhanced shock absorption and responsive handling.
SRAM APEX DRIVETRAIN
The SRAM APEX 1x12 drivetrain provides easy-to-use, reliable shifting and a wide gearing range for conquering both climbs and flat terrain.
Your Questions Answered!
What is the Merida Speeder 500 used for?
The Merida Speeder 500 is designed for urban commuting and recreational riding on paths and roads It offers a great blend of style, versatility, and comfort. Its lightweight frame and reliable components make it ideal for city rides and casual outings.
Why is the Merida Speeder 500 different?
The Speeder 500 stands out with its lightweight aluminium frame, CF2 carbon fork, and SRAM Apex 1x12 drivetrain. These features provide excellent manoeuvrability, enhanced shock absorption, and reliable shifting, making it a superior choice for urban and recreational riders.
Who is the Merida Speeder 500 designed for?
The Speeder 500 is perfect for urban commuters and recreational cyclists looking for a comfortable upright riding position and a reliable, stylish bike. Its lightweight frame and dependable components cater to those who value both performance and versatility in city and casual rides.
SKU | Merida25SPEEDER500DarkStrawberryBlack |
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Season | 2025 |
Sizing SKUs | SM: MERE2500301, MD: MERE2500302 |
Click & Collect | Yes |
Shipped Nationally | Yes |
Colour | Red |
Frame | SPEEDER LITE III MAT aluminium 700x35C max WHS 100x9135x9 AST BSA BBR |
Frame Material | Alloy |
Fork | MERIDA SPEEDER CF2; Tapered; MAT carbon ; 700x35C max. WHS |
Fork Material | Carbon |
Front Travel | Rigid |
Speeds | 1 x 12 |
Front Gears | Single |
Groupset Brand | SRAM |
Rear Gears | 12 Speed |
Crankset | 170 mm-XXS/XS, 172,5 mm-S/M, 175 mm-L/XL |
Pedals | VP VPE-891 |
Chain | Sram Apex |
Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
Brakes | Shimano MT200 |
Derailleur Rear | Sram Apex XPLR |
Wheel Size | 700c |
Rims | MERIDA COMP SL; 17 IWR; 22 HRI; MAT aluminium; Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included) |
Bottom Bracket | Sram DUB BSA Road Wide |
Handlebar | MERIDA EXPERT CC; MAT aluminium; 600 WHB; Flat |
Grips | MERIDA Expert EC |
Stem | MERIDA EXPERT CC; MAT aluminium; 31.8 DSH; 7 ASD |
Saddle | MERIDA COMP SL; 25% recycled material; V-mount |
Seatpost | MERIDA COMP CC; MAT aluminium; 30.9 DSP; 5 SSB |
Merida Speeder Sizing Chart

Legend
ST Seat Tube
TT Top Tube
CS Chain Stay Length
HTA Head Tube Angle
STA Seat Tube Angle
BD Bottom Bracket Drop
HT Head Tube
FL Fork Length
R Reach
S Stack
WB Wheel Base
Size |
SM | MD | XS | Wheel Size | 700c | 700c | 700c | Frame Size | SM | MD | XS | ST Seat Tube (mm) | 520 | 540 | 500 | TT Top Tube (mm) | 571 | 583 | 561 | CS Chain Stay Length (mm) | 438 | 438 | 438 | HTA Head Tube Angle (°) | 71 | 71.5 | 70.5 | STA Seat Tube Angle (°) | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 | HT Head Tube (mm) | 170 | 190 | 160 | R Reach (mm) | 398 | 404 | 392 | S Stack (mm) | 585 | 606 | 573 | WB Wheel Base (mm) | 1058 | 1066 | 1053 |