Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 20mm -
Fork SunTour
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Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hardy Pro-D
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour Duro DJ D 100 20mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
No
Front Derailleur
No
Cassette
12T
Crank
Hollow 3pcs CM 8 Spline Crank + 10 arms-28T[5T]
Bottom Bracket
AX02-EBS-4
Chain
KMC Z610HX
Wheels
Front Hub
DH Pro 20mm 32H / Jump Disc NT 32H
Rear Hub
DH Pro 20mm 32H / Jump Disc NT 32H
Rims
Double wall DP-20
Spokes
Black stainless
Tires
Maxxis Holy Roller 2.2
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Novela Mechanical Disc 160 mm
Brake Levers
attached
Cockpit
Handlebar
ITC-6502 740L
Headset
B56S neck
Seat
Saddle
Velo VL-7081 Pivotal
Seatpost
Pivotal 27.2D*200L
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Hardy Pro 2 is part of the Merida Hardy model. 11 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2014, by clicking on this link.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Dirt Jump bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Dirt Jump bike is 863$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Dirt Jump bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Average weight for Dirt Jump bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Dirt Jump bike, we get 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.
slightly heavier than average, Hardy Pro 2 has a weight of 12.8 kg (28.22 lbs). To sum up, it’s 3.48% heavier than the average weight of Dirt Jump bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour fork installed. The fork’s travel is 20mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on Hardy Pro 2 are the 26″ aluminum type. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Hardy Pro 2 has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!