Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Groupset SLX, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.SEVEN TFS
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox XC30TK27 SA 100
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX Shadow
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore triple
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG50-10 11-36
Crank
Shimano M523 octa 40-30-22
Bottom Bracket
Shimano octalink
Chain
KMC Z10-10s
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula Centerlock / Formula Centerlock cassette
Rear Hub
Formula Centerlock / Formula Centerlock cassette
Rims
MERIDA Big 7 comp D
Tires
MERIDA RACE lite 27 2.1 fold
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M355 180 cen / Shimano M355 160 cen
Brake Levers
attached
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA pro OS 680 R12
Headset
EGG steel neck
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA Sport 5
Seatpost
MERIDA comp SB12 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 | 1.53 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 619 mm | 629 mm | 639 mm | 649 mm | 659 mm | 658 mm | 668 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 41 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 81 mm | 81 mm | 77 mm | 78 mm | 79 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Stack | 576 mm | 581 mm | 588 mm | 597 mm | 607 mm | 618 mm | 628 mm |
| Reach | 377 mm | 385 mm | 397 mm | 405 mm | 412 mm | 412 mm | 419 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 549 mm | 559 mm | 579 mm | 589 mm | 599 mm | 609 mm | 619 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 | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1039 mm | 1049 mm | 1059 mm | 1069 mm | 1079 mm | 1078 mm | 1088 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Standover Height | 637 mm | 685 mm | 728 mm | 760 mm | 791 mm | 820 mm | 850 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
Big.Seven 500 belongs to the Merida Bigseven model. Merida released 161 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Merida Bigseven bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
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Big.Seven 500 components
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Big.Seven 500 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Big.Seven 500 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.