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5 TFS – TECHNO FORMING SYSTEM<br />
Thanks to its low weight, aluminium still holds a strong position in frame manufacturing.<br />
Innovative shapes that go beyond just round tubes can be realized by the<br />
mechanical TFS moulding process. Utilized material: Racelite 6061 aluminium.<br />
10 CARBON FORK<br />
Rigid carbon front fork, in case of some models realized as full-carbon version.<br />
MERIDA carbon forks delight with outstanding vibration damping as well as superb<br />
lateral stiffness. Reliable steering and braking performance in every situation.<br />
6 RACELITE 61 ALUMINIUM<br />
A superbly solid and light alloy originally from the aerospace sector. MERIDA<br />
subjects this aluminium to an additional heat treatment. Thanks to double-butted<br />
wall thicknesses, it perfectly lends itself to the production of light and stiff frames.<br />
11 HFS – HYDRO FORMING SYSTEM<br />
The mechanical TFS process works from the outside to the inside. In contrast, the<br />
complex Hydro Forming System shapes the frame by pushing hot oil under hydraulic<br />
high pressure from the inside to the outside. Utilized alloy: Prolite 66 aluminium.<br />
7 SMOOTH WELDING<br />
Besides top functionality, MERIDA frames also offer high visual attractivity. A second<br />
welding process during “Smooth Welding” evens the connecting seams – an<br />
elaborate concept for a brilliant look without compromises to stability.<br />
12 PROLITE 66 TRIPLE BUTTED ALUMINIUM<br />
MERIDA’s premium alloy is an extremely durable and light aluminium of high-end<br />
quality. Triple-butted wall thicknesses result not only in exciting frame designs:<br />
First of all, they offer an optimum Stiffness-to-Weight (STW) ratio.<br />
8 INTERNAL CABLE<br />
Elaborately shaped frame constructions with special inlets/outlets for internally routed<br />
brake and/or shifter cables. “Clean” in a double sense: The bike looks uncluttered<br />
while the cables are protected effectively from moisture and dirt.<br />
13 X-TAPER HEADTUBE<br />
Externally butted headtube with a mighty 1.5” steering bearing at the bottom and a<br />
weight-saving 1 1/8” one at the top; installed together with a matching tapered steerer<br />
fork. Results: Superb stiffness and precise steering performance.<br />
9 POST MOUNT DISC<br />
The modern way of mounting disc brake calipers. Hassle-free alignment and<br />
easy installation made possibly by “posts” at the rear dropout. Adaptable to<br />
different disc sizes thanks to the utilization of differently dimensioned adapters.<br />
14 K-MOUNT DROP-OUT<br />
Specifically designed brake-disc dropout for aluminium frames with integrated<br />
mounting possibility for HEBIE rear kickstands. For optimal torsion stiffness also<br />
during tough braking – a perceptible safety plus!<br />
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