Merida MATTS J. 20 DISC 2023
2023 Youth
Estimate price |
566$
Weight | 9.47 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 20" -
Travel Front 40mm -
Fork Suntour XCT
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Groupset Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 7 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
MATTS J. 20+, material: aluminium, 20x2.4" max. wheelsize, 135x9/100x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCT-JR P, Custom coil, 40mm suspension travel, 20x2.2" max. wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-M310
Shift Levers
Altus
Cassette
Shimano MF-TZ500, 14-34 teeth, 7 speed
Crank
MERIDA EXPERT JR, 28 teeth, 127 mm
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 100mm, threaded
Chain
KMC NS8
Pedals
Marwi SP-202
Wheels
Front Hub
Joytech D041DSE, 100x9mm width front hub, 20 spoke holes
Rear Hub
Joytech D242TSE, 135x9mm width rear hub, 24 spoke holes
Rims
MERIDA JR 20+, material: aluminium
Spokes
Black steel
Tires
Kenda Small Black 8, 20x1.95", wire
Brakes
Brakes
Power DS100 / Tektro HD-M275, 2 piston, hydraulic disc brake
Brake Levers
Power DS100
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT JR, material: aluminium, 620mm width, 0mm rise
Headset
FSA TH888
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA COMP JR
Seatpost
MERIDA CC, material: aluminium, 27.2mm diameter, 15mm setback
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
MATTS J. 20 DISC is part of the Merida Matts model. There are 172 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Merida MATTS J12 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 197$. Merida MATTS J. CHAMPION 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 791$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Youth bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Youth bike that is reliable is 278$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Youth bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Merida released this model in 2023, its price was 509$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that MATTS J. 20 DISC price is 83.09% more expensive than the average cost of a Youth bike.
Youth bikes average weight
The average weight for Youth bikes is 11.74 kg (25.88 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Merida MATTS J. 20 DISC it’s weighing 9.47 kg (20.88 lbs). At this weight, is much lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 23.97% lighter than the average weight of Youth bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The Suntour XCT is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 40mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
The MATTS J. 20 DISC 2023 bike is equipped with 20″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 20″ 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. 20 DISC comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.