REACTO 4000
Merida
Aero
REACTO 4000 is a carbon aero road bike (2025), by Merida, from the Reacto lineup. It is best suited to riders who want a sporty road feel without a full race fit, with a setup that gives you a sporty riding position, while being best matched to paved roads. Its profile is strongest in areas like strong value-for-money versus many similar bikes, a clearly aero-focused setup for faster road riding, and good fit flexibility for dialing in rider position. That said, relative to category specialists, the trade-off is a firmer ride feel than comfort-first options. Compare this bike with other aero bikes on MatchBikes.com.
6.5
Rating

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Score Summary
Performance
6.0
Value
9.4
Fit
6.0
Performance
Built for speed and efficiency
Speed
6.7
Medium
Climbing Efficiency
6.1
All-Rounder
Aerodynamics
9.0
Full Aero
Fit
Dialed-in Fit & Comfort
Riding Position
6.8
Sporty
Fit Flexibility
7.3
Adjustable
Ride Comfort
3.0
Firm
Value
Value for Money
9.4
Exceptional Value
Surface Range
Road OnlySpecifications
General
Brand
Merida
Model
REACTO 4000
Year
2025
Price
$2,996
Weight
9 kg
Category
Road
Sub Category
Aero
Groupset
105
Frame
Frame
REACTO CF3 IV, material: carbon, 700x30C max. wheelsize, 100x12/ 142x12mm axle standard, BB86,5 bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
REACTO CF3 IV DISC, material: carbon, 700x30C max. wheelsize
Suspension Type
Rigid
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 disc
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105, GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Cassette
Shimano 105 R7101, 11-34 teeth, 12 speed
Crank
Shimano 105, 52-36 teeth, 165 mm-XXS, 170 mm-XS, 172.5 mm-S/M/L, 175 mm-XL
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BB72-41B, Pressfit 86.5
Chain
Shimano M6100-12
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-TC500 / Shimano HB-TC500-HL, 100x12mm width front hub, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock, 12-142mm width rear hub, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano HB-TC500 / Shimano HB-TC500-HL, 100x12mm width front hub, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock, 12-142mm width rear hub, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA EXPERT CW, 19mm inner width, 30mm height, material: aluminium, Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included)
Spokes
Double Butted Black stainless
Tires
Front: Continental Ultra Sport III, 700x28C, fold, Rear: Continental Ultra Sport III, 700x28C, fold
Brakes
Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Brake Description
Shimano 105, Hydraulic disc
Brake Levers
Shimano 105
Cockpit
Stem
MERIDA EXPERT SL 2PII, material: aluminium, -9? stem angle, 90 mm-XXS/XS, 100 mm-S, 110 mm-M/L, 120 mm-XL
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT CW, material: aluminium, 380mm (XXS-XS), 400mm (M-L-XL)
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA EXPERT SL, 6% recycled and 23% nature material, V-mount, incl. MERIDA minitool
Seatpost
MERIDA TEAM CW, Aero shape, 15mm setback, Carbon
Geometry
| Measurement | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.371 mm | 1.378 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.428 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 266 mm | 266 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm |
| Front Center | 587 mm | 585 mm | 591 mm | 591 mm | 600 mm | 611 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 71 mm | 61 mm | 59 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 50 mm |
| Stack | 517 mm | 529 mm | 542 mm | 557 mm | 571 mm | 593 mm |
| Reach | 377 mm | 384 mm | 390 mm | 395 mm | 400 mm | 409 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 520 mm | 536 mm | 545 mm | 560 mm | 575 mm | 590 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 112 mm | 128 mm | 140 mm | 155 mm | 176 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 408 mm | 408 mm | 408 mm | 408 mm | 408 mm | 408 mm |
| Wheelbase | 985 mm | 983 mm | 990 mm | 990 mm | 999 mm | 1010 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Standover Height | 746 mm | 771 mm | 792 mm | 810 mm | 826 mm | 853 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
























































