Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork Suntour XCR Air
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Groupset CUES, Shimano -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
MATTS J. 26, 100 mm suspension travel, material: aluminium, 27.5x2.25" max. wheelsize, 135x9 mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCR32 LOR, Air, 100 mm suspension travel, Lockout, 42 mm fork offset, 27.5x2.25" max. wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano CUES U6000, GS
Shift Levers
Shimano CUES U6000
Cassette
Shimano CUES LG300, 11-48 teeth, 10 speed
Crank
Shimano CUES U4000-1, 30 teeth, MAT Aluminium, 170 mm-XS
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 100mm, threaded
Chain
Sunrace CN11A
Pedals
VP VPE-891
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano TX505, 100x9 mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano TX505, 135x9 mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA CC, 17 mm inner width, material: aluminium
Spokes
Stainless Black
Tires
MERIDA K1227, 26x2.2", fold
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic brake
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA CC, material: aluminium, 640 mm width, 15 mm rise
Headset
MERIDA M2345
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA EXPERT JR
Seatpost
MERIDA CC, 30.9 mm diameter, 15 mm setback, material: aluminium
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
MATTS J. CHAMPION is a Merida Matts model. 181 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Matts bikes models from 2024, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Merida MATTS J. 20 2024 has a starting price of 513$. Merida MATTS J. CHAMPION 2024 on the other hand is the most expensive at 802$.
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 Youth bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Youth bike is 278$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Youth bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 802$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that MATTS J. CHAMPION price is 188.49% higher than the average cost of a Youth bike.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the Suntour XCR Air fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the MATTS J. CHAMPION model has 26″ aluminum wheels. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Merida MATTS J. CHAMPION is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.