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 Altus, Suntour SR -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
JULIET SPEED 7.
Suspension Fork
Suntour SR 27 XCM HLO 100
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus 9
Front Derailleur
Shimano M370
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus rapidfire
Cassette
Sunrace CS-9S 11-32
Crank
SR XCM 44-32-22 CG (BSA)
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
KMC X9
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Disc / Alloy Disc cassette
Rear Hub
Alloy Disc / Alloy Disc cassette
Rims
MERIDA Big 7 comp D
Spokes
stainless silver+white stainless
Tires
MERIDA 27 2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Auriga WS hydraulic 160
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA Speed R30 640
Headset
FSA No.10
Seat
Saddle
Juliet Sport
Seatpost
MERIDA speed 27.2
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13.5" | 15" | 17" | 18.5" | 20" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.63 mm | 1.61 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 290 mm | 290 mm | 290 mm | 290 mm | 290 mm |
| Front Center | 617 mm | 628 mm | 638 mm | 649 mm | 659 mm |
| Rake | 39 mm | 40 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Trail | 91 mm | 90 mm | 88 mm | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Stack | 596 mm | 601 mm | 612 mm | 622 mm | 626 mm |
| Reach | 366 mm | 374 mm | 386 mm | 393 mm | 402 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 544 mm | 554 mm | 569 mm | 579 mm | 589 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1033 mm | 1044 mm | 1054 mm | 1065 mm | 1075 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 655 mm | 684 mm | 737 mm | 767 mm | 795 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
JULIET 7. 40-D completes the Merida Juliet model. There are 74 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Merida Juliet bikes models from 2016, by clicking here.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Merida JULIET 7. 40-D it’s weighing 14.8 kg (32.63 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 19.35% less than JULIET 7. 40-D.
JULIET 7. 40-D components
Fork
Merida JULIET 7. 40-D 2016 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCM HLO fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
The wheels on JULIET 7. 40-D are the 27.5″ aluminum type. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The JULIET 7. 40-D has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.