Merida NINETY-SIX 8000 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
6,379$
Weight | 11.72 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork RockShox SID Ultimate
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Groupset GX Eagle, XT -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
NINETY-SIX CF4 III, 100mm suspension travel, material: carbon, 29x2.3" max. wheelsize, 148x12mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox SID Ultimate, Air, 120mm suspension travel, Tapered, Remote lockout, 44mm fork offset, 29x2.8" max. wheelsize
Rear Shock
Rock SIDLuxe Ultimate, remote lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Shift Levers
Shimano SL -MT800-IL
Cassette
SRAM XG-1299 Eagle, 10-52 teeth, 12 speed
Crank
SRAM Carbon GX Eagle, 34 teeth, 175mm-M up
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 100mm, threaded
Chain
SRAM XX1 Eagle
Wheels
Rims
Reynolds TR 309, 110x15mm width front hub, 148x12mm width rear hub, 30mm inner width, Centerlock, SRAM 12 Speed, material: carbon, Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves included)
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHR II, 29x2.3", fold, TR EXO 3C MaxxTerra
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT / Shimano XT M8110, 4 piston, 2 piston, flat mount
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA TEAM CC, material: carbon, 740mm width, flat
Headset
MERIDA-8151 1-1/8"-1.5" cartridge bearing set
Seat
Saddle
SCRATCH M5 PAS
Seatpost
MERIDA EXPERT TR, 30.9mm diameter, 0mm setback, S: 125mm travel seatpost - M 150mm travel seatpost - L/XL 170mm travel seatpost
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.417 mm | 1.352 mm | 1.315 mm | 1.279 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 338 mm | 338 mm | 338 mm | 338 mm |
| Front Center | 703 mm | 723 mm | 747 mm | 770 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm |
| Trail | 113 mm | 113 mm | 114 mm | 114 mm |
| Stack | 595 mm | 595 mm | 605 mm | 614 mm |
| Reach | 420 mm | 440 mm | 460 mm | 480 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 581 mm | 601 mm | 624 mm | 648 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 440 mm | 470 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1136 mm | 1156 mm | 1180 mm | 1203 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm |
| Standover Height | 740 mm | 741 mm | 747 mm | 749 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
NINETY-SIX 8000 completes the Merida Ninety Six model. Merida released 46 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Merida NINETY-SIX RC 5000 2023 has a starting price of 3757$. Merida NINETY-SIX RC 10K 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 11556$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 5731$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that NINETY-SIX 8000 price is 200.84% more expensive than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry bike, we get 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
NINETY-SIX 8000 weighs 11.72 kg (25.84 lbs) and is a bit lighter than the average. To sum up, it’s 5.8% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
NINETY-SIX 8000 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox SID Ultimate model. The travel on this model is 120mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
Merida NINETY-SIX 8000 bike has the Rock SIDLuxe Ultimate model installed, and has a travel of 100mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
The NINETY-SIX 8000 2023 bike is equipped with 29″ carbon wheels when leaving the factory. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. 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. 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.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Merida NINETY-SIX 8000 includes a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.