Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCM HLO
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Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.SEVEN SPEED
Suspension Fork
Suntour SR 27 XCM HLO 100
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera-X 8
Front Derailleur
Shimano M190
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus rapidfire 3 / Shimano Altus rapidfire 8
Cassette
Sunrace CS8 11-32
Crank
Shimano M131 42-34-24 CG (BSA)
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
8s
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Disc / Alloy Disc cassette
Rear Hub
Alloy Disc / Alloy Disc cassette
Rims
MERIDA Big 7 D
Spokes
stainless silver
Tires
MERIDA 27 2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Auriga hydraulic 160
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA comp OS 680 R15
Headset
FSA No.10
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA Sport 5
Seatpost
MERIDA speed 27.2
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13.5" | 15" | 17" | 18.5" | 20" | 21.5" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.6 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.59 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 302 mm | 302 mm | 302 mm | 302 mm | 302 mm | 302 mm | 302 mm |
| Front Center | 618 mm | 629 mm | 633 mm | 643 mm | 653 mm | 652 mm | 662 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 85 mm | 85 mm | 81 mm | 81 mm | 81 mm | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Stack | 587 mm | 592 mm | 603 mm | 613 mm | 622 mm | 634 mm | 643 mm |
| Reach | 368 mm | 377 mm | 383 mm | 390 mm | 397 mm | 397 mm | 404 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 544 mm | 554 mm | 569 mm | 579 mm | 589 mm | 599 mm | 609 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 546 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm | 145 mm | 155 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1036 mm | 1047 mm | 1051 mm | 1062 mm | 1072 mm | 1071 mm | 1081 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Standover Height | 641 mm | 677 mm | 722 mm | 755 mm | 787 mm | 817 mm | 847 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
BIG.SEVEN 20-D completes the Merida Bigseven model. There are 161 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Merida Bigseven bikes models from 2016, by clicking here.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Crosscountry bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
considerably heavier than average, BIG.SEVEN 20-D has a weight of 14.2 kg (31.31 lbs). In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 14.52% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour XCM HLO fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the BIG.SEVEN 20-D model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-D is equipped with 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, you can ride your bike with confidence.