Merida MATTS J. 16 2021
2021 Youth
Estimate price |
257$
Weight | 10.5 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium -
Wheels 16" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
MATTS J. 16, material: aluminium, 16" wheelsize, 112x9/100x9 wheelsize, BMX bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
MERIDA MATTS J. 16, material: steel
Drivetrain
Cassette
KT, 16 teeth, 1 speed
Crank
ACE Single, 24 teeth, 81 mm
Bottom Bracket
Black steel, 9pcs
Chain
KMC S1
Wheels
Front Hub
KT KT134
Rear Hub
KT KT305R coaster
Rims
MERIDA JR 16, material: aluminium
Spokes
Steel UCP
Tires
Inova IA-2603, 16x2.125", wire
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro 985A caliper
Brake Levers
APSE BL-01 alloy
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA JR, material: aluminium, 500mm width, 120mm rise
Headset
FSA TH888
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA kid mini
Seatpost
MERIDA JR, material: steel, 22.2mm diameter, 0mm setback
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
MATTS J. 16 is part of the Merida Matts model. There are 172 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Merida MATTS J16 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 229$. On the other hand, Merida MATTS J. CHAMPION 2021, is the most expensive and costs 702$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Youth bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Youth bike is 278$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Youth bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Merida MATTS J. 16 price was 263$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that MATTS J. 16 price is 5.7% lower than the average cost of a Youth bike.
Average weight for Youth bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Youth bike, we get 11.74 kg (25.88 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Merida MATTS J. 16 it’s weighing 10.5 kg (23.15 lbs). At this weight, is considerably lighter than average. In short, the average Youth bike weight is 11.81% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
MATTS J. 16 has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the MATTS J. 16 model has 16″ aluminum wheels. The 16″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The MATTS J. 16 comes with Coaster brakes. These brakes are pretty efficient, and they’re not so pricey. However, they have flaws, especially if the chain falls off.