Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Suntour XCT
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Groupset Acera, Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
159cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
171cm - 184cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.SEVEN TFS III, material: aluminium, 27.5x2.25" max. wheelsize, 135x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCT30 HLO, Coil, 100mm suspension travel, Lockout, 27.5x2.25" max. wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-M360
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-TY700
Shift Levers
microSHIFT MEZZO TS39-2L Thumb Tap Shifter
Cassette
Sunrace CSM668, 11-32 teeth, 8 speed
Crank
Shimano TY301, 42-34-24 teeth, 170 mm-XS/S, 175 mm-M/L
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
Sunrace M84
Pedals
VP VPE-891
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano TX505, 100x9mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano TX505, 135x9mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA CC, 17mm inner width, material: aluminium
Spokes
Black steel
Tires
MERIDA K1080, 27.5x2.2", wire
Brakes
Brakes
Power DS100, 2 piston, hydraulic disc brake
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA CC, material: aluminium, 690mm width, 15mm rise
Headset
MERIDA M2345
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA Sport comfort
Seatpost
MERIDA CC, material: aluminium, 30.9mm diameter, 15mm setback
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.43 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 325 mm | 325 mm | 325 mm | 325 mm |
| Front Center | 628 mm | 650 | 671 mm | 692 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 93 mm | 91 mm | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Stack | 554 mm | 568 mm | 582 mm | 596 mm |
| Reach | 369 mm | 385 mm | 400 mm | 416 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 541 mm | 561 mm | 581 mm | 601 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 340 mm | 380 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 421 mm | 421 mm | 421 mm | 421 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1047 mm | 1069 mm | 1090 mm | 1111 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm |
| Standover Height | 640 mm | 680 mm | 731 mm | 769 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 159 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
About this model
BIG.SEVEN 20-3x completes the Merida Bigseven model. Merida launched 161 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Bigseven bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Merida BIG.SEVEN 10-MD (3X) 2022 has a starting price of 407$. Merida BIG.SEVEN 300 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 827$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 573$. In conclusion, this bike price is 232.46% lower than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
BIG.SEVEN 20-3x components
Fork
Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-3x 2022 bike is equipped with the Suntour XCT fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The BIG.SEVEN 20-3x 2022 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-3x has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.