Merida Silex 8000 Gravel Bike
44% Off RRP | £4,800 | £2,699
GRX Di2 | Carbon Frame | Carbon Wheels
Every so often a deal comes along that genuinely stops you in your tracks. This is one of them. We are thrilled to offer the Merida Silex 8000 at an incredible price. Originally priced at £4800, this top tier gravel machine is now available for just £2699.
For riders who want a carbon gravel bike that blends adventure capability with cutting edge performance, the Silex 8000 is one of the most compelling platforms on the market. With its second generation redesign, updated geometry and premium component package, this is a rare opportunity to own a world class gravel bike at a truly exceptional price.
Built for the Road Less Travelled
The Silex story has always been about adventure. The original model broke away from traditional road and cyclocross influences and instead borrowed from modern MTB geometry. A long top tube, short stem and stable front end created a bike that felt confident, comfortable and incredibly capable off road. Riders and reviewers loved it, and it quickly became one of Merida’s most versatile platforms.
The latest generation builds on that success with a 1.5 degree slacker head angle, clearance for bigger volume tyres and a more refined front end. The result is a bike that feels planted on rough terrain yet still lively and efficient on long days out. It is no surprise that the Silex proved its pedigree when Matej Mohoric rode it to victory at the 2023 Gravel World Championships.
Premium Carbon Performance
At the heart of the Silex 8000 is Merida’s CF2 carbon II frame, designed for stability, comfort and durability. With five sets of bottle bosses, internal routing for dropper posts and dynamo systems, and compatibility with full luggage setups, it is built for everything from fast gravel loops to multi‑day expeditions.
The long top tube, short stem and stable front end deliver confident handling on rough terrain while maintaining the comfort and versatility the Silex is known for.
A revised fork design allows riders to switch to a suspension fork without altering the geometry. Hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors provide strong, consistent stopping power, while carbon models use CNCd aluminium Disc Cooler fins to reduce heat build up on demanding descents.
Shimano GRX825 Di2: Smooth, Fast, Reliable
Electronic shifting has become the benchmark for high performance gravel riding, and the Silex 8000 delivers with Shimano’s GRX825 Di2 groupset. With crisp, reliable shifting and a wide 48‑31 chainset paired with an 11‑36 cassette, it offers the perfect balance for steep climbs, fast descents and long rolling miles.
Hydraulic GRX820 disc brakes with 180mm rotors provide powerful, consistent stopping performance. On carbon models, the calipers sit on CNCd aluminium Disc Cooler fins, reducing heat build‑up by up to 35 percent — a real advantage when riding fully loaded or tackling long descents.
Easton EC70 AX Carbon Wheels
A bike at this level deserves a wheelset to match, and the Easton EC70 AX delivers. With a 24mm internal width and gravel‑ready strength, these carbon wheels offer fast acceleration, excellent compliance and confident handling. Paired with Maxxis Rambler 700 x 45C tyres, the Silex 8000 rolls smoothly over mixed terrain while maintaining grip and comfort.
What’s So Special?
A 44% saving on a bike of this calibre is exceptionally rare. The Silex 8000 is not just a high spec gravel bike — it is a proven platform with world championship credentials, modern geometry and a component package that will satisfy even the most demanding riders.
Whether you are planning long adventure rides, fast gravel loops or multi‑day bikepacking trips, the Silex 8000 is built to take you further with confidence and comfort.
And at £2699, it is one of the best value premium gravel bikes available anywhere.
