Merida ONE-FORTY 500 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,479$
Weight | 16.49 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 143mm -
Fork Marzocchi Bomber Z2
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Groupset Deore, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ONE-FORTY LITE III, 143mm suspension travel 29", material: aluminium, 29x2.5" max. wheelsize, 148x12mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
Marzocchi Z2, Air, 150mm suspension travel, Tapered, 44mm fork offset, 29x2.6" max. wheelsize
Rear Shock
Rock Shox Deluxe Select+, lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M5100 Shadow+, SGS
Shift Levers
Shimano SL -MT500-IL / Shimano Deore M5100
Cassette
Shimano Deore M5100, 11-51 teeth, 11 speed
Crank
Race Face Ride, 32 teeth, 170 mm-S, 175 mm-M up
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BSA 68/73 – 24mm
Chain
KMC X11
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT400-B, 110x15mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, 148x12mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano MT400-B, 110x15mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, 148x12mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA COMP TR, 29mm inner width, material: aluminium, Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included)
Spokes
Black stainless
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHF, 29x2.5", fold, TR EXO 3C MaxxTera, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHF, 29x2.5", fold, TR EXO 3C MaxxTera
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore M6120, 4 piston
Cockpit
Stem
MERIDA EXPERT eTRII, material: aluminium, 35mm diameter, 0° stem angle, 50 mm
Handlebar
MERIDA TEAM TR, material: aluminium, 780mm width, XS/S 18mm rise, M/L/XL 30mm rise
Headset
MERIDA 8158
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA COMP SL, V-mount
Seatpost
MERIDA EXPERT TR II, 34.9mm diameter, 0mm setback, XS: 125mm travel seatpost - S: 150mm travel seatpost - M/L/XL: 200mm travel seatpost
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XShort | Short | Mid | Long | XLong |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.425 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.265 mm | 1.21 mm | 1.176 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 339 mm | 339 mm | 339 mm | 339 mm | 339 mm |
| Front Center | 742 mm | 769 mm | 797 mm | 830 mm | 863 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 126 mm | 126 mm | 125 mm | 126 mm | 125 mm |
| Stack | 607 mm | 607 mm | 607 mm | 616 mm | 629 mm |
| Reach | 426 mm | 453 mm | 480 mm | 509 mm | 535 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 532 mm | 559 mm | 586 mm | 618 mm | 649 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 80 ° | 80 ° | 80 ° | 80 ° | 80 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 410 mm | 425 mm | 445 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1177 mm | 1204 mm | 1232 mm | 1265 mm | 1298 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Standover Height | 730 mm | 735 mm | 738 mm | 735 mm | 730 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
ONE-FORTY 500 is part of the Merida One Forty model. 40 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Merida ONE-FORTY 400 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2737$. On the other hand, Merida ONE-FORTY 10K 2023, is the most expensive and costs 7323$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Merida ONE-FORTY 500 price was 3163$. In conclusion, this bike price is 14.52% higher than the price of the average Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
Trail bikes weigh an average of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
ONE-FORTY 500 weighs 16.49 kg (36.35 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 27.04% heavier than the average Trail bike.
ONE-FORTY 500 components
Fork
The Marzocchi Bomber Z2 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 150mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
Merida ONE-FORTY 500 bike has the Rock Shox Deluxe Select+ model installed, and has a travel of 143mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the ONE-FORTY 500 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
Merida ONE-FORTY 500 comes with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!