Merida BIG SEVEN 80 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,338$
Weight | 13.5 kg 
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 RockShox Judy
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
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, MUK 5 Hanger
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Judy TK, Coil, 100mm suspension travel Lockout, 42mm fork offset, 27.5x2.25" max. wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M6100SGS Shadow+
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore SL-M6100, 12 Speed
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100, 51-10 teeth, 12 Speed
Crank
Shimano Deore M6100, 30 teeth, 170 mm-XS/S, 175 mm-M/L
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Deore
Chain
KMC X10
Pedals
VP, VPE-891
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano TX505 / Shimano MT-401, 100x9mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, 135x9mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano TX505 / Shimano MT-401, 100x9mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, 135x9mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
Merida CC, 17mm inner width, material: aluminium
Tires
Front: MERIDA K1080, 27.5x2.2", wire, Rear: MERIDA K1080, 27.5x2.2", wire
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT-200, BR-MT200 brake caliper
Cockpit
Stem
MERIDA CC, material: aluminium, 31.8mm diameter, 6° stem angle, 70 mm-XS/S, 80 mm-M, 90 mm-L
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.48 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 325 mm | 325 mm |
| Front Center | 628 mm | 650 |
| Rake | 41 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Stack | 554 mm | 568 mm |
| Reach | 369 mm | 385 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 541 mm | 561 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 340 mm | 380 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 115 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 421 mm | 421 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1047 mm | 1069 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 30 mm | 30 mm |
| Standover Height | 640 mm | 680 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" |
About this model
BIG SEVEN 80 belongs to the Merida Big Seven model. Merida released 3 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Big Seven bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Merida BIG SEVEN 60 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 973$. Merida BIG SEVEN 80 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 1216$.
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
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Merida released this model in 2023, its price was 1216$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that BIG SEVEN 80 price is 56.66% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
The average weight for Crosscountry bikes is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Merida BIG SEVEN 80 it’s weighing 13.5 kg (29.76 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 8.87% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
Merida BIG SEVEN 80 2023 bike is equipped with the RockShox Judy fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the BIG SEVEN 80 bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Merida BIG SEVEN 80 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.