Merida MISSION J CX 2020
2020 Youth
Estimate price |
1,071$
Weight | 9.91 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset Apex 1, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
MISSION J. ROAD LITE, material: aluminium, 26" wheelsize, 100x9/135x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
MISSION J. ROAD LITE, Tapered, material: aluminium
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex1
Shift Levers
SRAM Apex1
Cassette
Sunrace CSMS8, 11-42 teeth, 11 speed
Crank
FSA Tempo, 34 teeth, 155 mm
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge Bearing
Chain
KMC X11
Wheels
Front Hub
QR
Rear Hub
QR
Rims
MERIDA MISSION J CX, 20mm inner width, 17mm height, material: aluminium
Tires
Kenda K1047
Brakes
Brakes
Promax MTD
Brake Levers
SRAM Apex1
Disk Rotors
Promax G160
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT SL, material: aluminium
Headset
MERIDA M2331 Neck
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA EXPERT JR
Seatpost
MERIDA COMP ROAD, material: aluminium, 27.2mm diameter, 12mm setback
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
MISSION J CX belongs to the Merida Mission model. There are 30 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Merida Mission bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
Merida MISSION J ROAD 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 851$. On the other hand, Merida MISSION CX FORCE-EDITION 2020, is the most expensive and costs 5109$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Youth bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Youth bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 278$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Youth bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 973$. In conclusion, this bike price is 250% more expensive than the price of the average Youth bike.
Youth bikes average weight
Youth bikes weigh an average of 11.74 kg (25.88 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Merida MISSION J CX it’s weighing 9.91 kg (21.85 lbs). At this weight, is much lighter than average. In other words, this model is 18.47% lighter than the average Youth bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
MISSION J CX has an aluminum fork, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the MISSION J CX model has 26″ aluminum wheels. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The MISSION J CX has Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.