Merida BIG.NINE SLX-EDITION 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,417$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Manitou Markhor
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.NINE TFS III, material: aluminum, 29x2.25" max. wheelsize, 135x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard, Smooth welding
Suspension Fork
Manitou Markhor Comp, Air, 100mm suspension travel, Tapered, Remote lockout, 51mm fork offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100 Shadow+, SGS
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51 teeth, 12 speed
Crank
Shimano SLX, 32 teeth, 170 mm-S, 175 mm-M up
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
KMC X12
Pedals
VP VPE-891
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT400-B, 110x15mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano MT401, 135x9mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA COMP CC, 20mm inner width, material: aluminium
Spokes
Black stainless
Tires
Maxxis Ikon, 29x2.2", wire
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M4100, 2 piston
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, 760mm width, flat
Headset
MERIDA M2331
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA COMP SL, V-mount
Seatpost
MERIDA COMP CC, material: aluminium, 30.9mm diameter, 0mm setback
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.6 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm |
| Front Center | 636 mm | 657 mm | 677 mm | 698 mm | 719 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 87 mm | 87 mm | 88 mm | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Stack | 618 mm | 632 mm | 646 mm | 660 mm | 674 mm |
| Reach | 386 mm | 402 mm | 418 mm | 433 mm | 449 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 594 mm | 614 mm | 634 mm | 654 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1073 mm | 1094 mm | 1114 mm | 1135 mm | 1156 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 683 mm | 731 mm | 767 mm | 804 mm | 847 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
BIG.NINE SLX-EDITION is a Merida Bignine model. 236 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Merida Bignine bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Merida BIG.NINE 15 2023 has a starting price of 528$. Merida BIG.NINE 7000 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 3502$.
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 Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1273$. In conclusion, this bike price is 49.65% lower than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the Manitou Markhor fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Merida BIG.NINE SLX-EDITION 2023, has a 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.