Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 20" -
Groupset Altus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 7 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
MATTS J. 20+, material: aluminium, 20x2.4" max. wheelsize, 135x9/100x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard, MUK 5 Hanger
Suspension Fork
MERIDA MATTS J. 20+, material: aluminium, 20x2.4" max. wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-M310
Shift Levers
Altus
Cassette
Shimano MF-TZ500, 14-34 teeth, 7 speed
Crank
MERIDA EXPERT JR, 28 teeth, 127 mm
Bottom Bracket
Bearing cartridge
Chain
KMC NS8
Pedals
Marwi SP-202
Wheels
Front Hub
Joytech D041DSE / Joytech D242TSE, 100x9mm width front hub, 20 spoke holes, 135x9mm width rear hub, 24 spoke holes
Rear Hub
Joytech D041DSE / Joytech D242TSE, 100x9mm width front hub, 20 spoke holes, 135x9mm width rear hub, 24 spoke holes
Rims
MERIDA JR 20+, material: aluminium
Spokes
Black steel
Tires
Front: CST Jet C1820, 20x2.4", wire, Rear: CST Jet C1820, 20x2.4", wire
Brakes
Brakes
Power DS100, 2 piston hydraulic disc brake
Brake Levers
Power DS100
Cockpit
Stem
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, 31.8mm diameter, -5° stem angle, 60 mm
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT JR, material: aluminium, 620mm width, 0mm rise
Headset
FSA TH888
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA COMP JR
Seatpost
MERIDA CC, material: aluminium, 27.2mm diameter, 15mm setback
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
MATTS J. 20+ is a Merida Matts model. Merida launched 172 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Merida Matts bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Merida MATTS J12 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 197$. Merida MATTS J. CHAMPION 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 791$.
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$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Youth bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 560$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that MATTS J. 20+ price is 101.44% more expensive than the average cost of a Youth bike.
MATTS J. 20+ components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Merida MATTS J. 20+ 2023, has a 20″ aluminum model. The 20″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.