Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 20" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
J20 Coaster Lite Alloy
Suspension Fork
Rigid Steel
Drivetrain
Cassette
18T
Crank
Steel 40 152L DG Silver
Chain
Z410A
Pedals
Plastic Pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy NT
Rear Hub
Steel Coaster
Rims
Alloy Black
Spokes
Steel UCP
Tires
Lite 20 x 1.75"
Brakes
Brakes
V-Brake Linear A / Coaster in R.Hub.
Brake Levers
Junior Alloy
Cockpit
Handlebar
XM Steel Rise 550
Headset
A-Head Black
Seat
Saddle
Matts kid 20
Seatpost
Alloy 27.2
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 10" |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 20" |
Model Overview
MATTS J20 LITE is a Merida Matts model. 172 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Merida Matts bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Merida MATTS J12 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 197$. Merida MATTS J. CHAMPION 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 973$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Youth bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Youth bike you should know that the average price is 278$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Youth bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Merida released this model in 2022, its price was 267$. If we compare this with the average Youth bike cost we notice that the price is 4.12% smaller.
MATTS J20 LITE components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
The MATTS J20 LITE 2022 bike is equipped with 20″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Merida MATTS J20 LITE is equipped with Coaster brakes. Coaster brakes are among the oldest brake types you can find on a bike. However, if your chain falls off or snaps, your coaster brakes won’t function anymore.