Merida BIG.NINE TR LIMITED 2024
2024 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,732$
Weight | 13.46 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork Manitou Machete Comp
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.NINE TR LITE III, material: aluminium, 29x2.4" max. wheelsize, 148x12mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
Manitou Machete Comp, Air, 120mm suspension travel, Tapered, 44 mm fork offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT, SGS
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-MT500-L
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51 teeth, 12 speed
Crank
Shimano Deore M6100, 32 teeth, 170 mm-S, 175 mm-M up
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
KMC X12
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano TC500-B, 110x15mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano TC500-MS-B, 148x12mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA COMP CC II, 25mm inner width, material: aluminium, tubeless ready
Spokes
Double Butted Black stainless
Tires
Maxxis Rekon, 29x2.4", wire
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX M7100 / Shimano SLX M7110, 2 piston
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, 760mm width, flat
Headset
Acros ICR MERIDA EXTERNAL, Upper and lower IPS sealing
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA COMP SL, V-mount, incl. MERIDA minitool
Seatpost
MERIDA EXPERT TR, 30.9mm diameter, 0mm setback, XS 100mm travel seatpost - 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 | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.47 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 317 mm | 317 mm | 317 mm | 317 mm | 317 mm |
| Front Center | 708 mm | 728 mm | 752 mm | 775 mm | 799 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 112 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm | 113 mm | 113 mm |
| Stack | 611 mm | 611 mm | 621 mm | 630 mm | 640 mm |
| Reach | 417 mm | 437 mm | 457 mm | 477 mm | 497 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 591 mm | 611 mm | 634 mm | 656 mm | 678 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.2 ° | 74.2 ° | 74.2 ° | 74.2 ° | 74.2 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 410 mm | 440 mm | 470 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.9 ° | 66.9 ° | 66.9 ° | 66.9 ° | 66.9 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1129 mm | 1149 mm | 1173 mm | 1196 mm | 1220 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 57 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm |
| Standover Height | 709 mm | 710 mm | 712 mm | 720 mm | 755 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
BIG.NINE TR LIMITED completes the Merida Bignine model. Merida released 236 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Bignine bikes models from 2024, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Merida BIG.NINE TR LIMITED 2024 has a starting price of 1528$. Merida BIG.NINE XT 2024 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2547$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Merida released this model in 2024, its price was 1528$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that BIG.NINE TR LIMITED price is 80.76% lower than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail bike is 12.88 kg (28.4 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
slightly heavier than average, BIG.NINE TR LIMITED has a weight of 13.46 kg (29.67 lbs). In short, the average Trail bike weight is 4.5% lower than this one.
BIG.NINE TR LIMITED components
Fork
The BIG.NINE TR LIMITED comes factory-installed with the Manitou Machete Comp fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Merida BIG.NINE TR LIMITED 2024, has a 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The BIG.NINE TR LIMITED comes 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.
Dropper post
Merida BIG.NINE TR LIMITED includes a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!