Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Altus, FSA -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hardy Comp-D
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCT 100
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Front Derailleur
Shimano M310
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus 3s / Shimano Altus 8s
Cassette
SRAM PG820 11-32
Crank
FSA DynaDrive 42/32/22
Bottom Bracket
FSA Powerdrive
Chain
KMC Z7 8s
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Disc QR
Rear Hub
Alloy Disc QR
Rims
Double wall DP-20
Spokes
Black stainless
Tires
MERIDA Trail 2.25
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HDC Hydraulic Disc 160 mm
Brake Levers
attached
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA OS 670 R20
Headset
R55S
Seat
Saddle
FM2462
Seatpost
MJ MSP-15AL.1 31.6D*350L
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.64 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 303 mm | 303 mm | 303 mm |
| Stack | 592 mm | 592 mm | 592 mm |
| Reach | 362 mm | 392 mm | 422 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 553 mm | 583 mm | 613 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 335 mm | 395 mm | 455 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
Model Overview
Hardy 5 belongs to the Merida Hardy model. Merida launched 11 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2014 of this model, by clicking this link.
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.
Dirt Jump bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Dirt Jump bike that is reliable is 863$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Dirt Jump bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Average weight for Dirt Jump bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Dirt Jump bike is 12.37 kg (27.27 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
considerably heavier than average, Hardy 5 has a weight of 13.8 kg (30.42 lbs). In short, the average Dirt Jump bike weight is 11.56% lower than this one.
Hardy 5 components
Fork
The Hardy 5 comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCT fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The Hardy 5 2014 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Merida Hardy 5 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Merida Hardy 5 bike has 3 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.