Merida NINETY-SIX RC 5000 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,181$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
NINETY-SIX RC CF4 III, 100mm suspension travel, material: carbon, 29x2.3" max. wheelsize, 148x12mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Reba RL, Air, 100mm suspension travel, Tapered, Remote lockout, 51mm fork offset
Rear Shock
Rock SIDLuxe Select+, remote lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100 Shadow+, SGS
Shift Levers
JD-FL lever
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51 teeth, 12 speed
Crank
Shimano Deore M6100, 32 teeth, 170 mm-S, 175 mm-M up
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 100mm, threaded
Chain
KMC X12
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT400-B, 110x15mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano MT410-B, 148x12mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA EXPERT CC, 22.8mm inner width, material: aluminium, Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included)
Spokes
Double Butted Black stainless
Tires
Maxxis Rekon Race, 29x2.25", fold, TR EXO
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX M7100 / Shimano SLX M7110, 2 piston, 2 piston, flat mount
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, 760mm width, flat
Headset
MERIDA 8151
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA COMP SL, V-mount, incl. MERIDA minitool
Seatpost
MERIDA EXPERT TR LIGHT, 30.9mm diameter, 0mm setback, S/M/L/XL: 100mm travel seatpost
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.351 mm | 1.291 mm | 1.258 mm | 1.225 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 329 mm | 329 mm | 329 mm | 329 mm |
| Front Center | 695 mm | 715 mm | 738 mm | 762 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 100 mm | 100 mm | 101 mm | 100 mm |
| Stack | 585 mm | 585 mm | 595 mm | 604 mm |
| Reach | 433 mm | 453 mm | 473 mm | 493 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 576 mm | 596 mm | 619 mm | 643 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 440 mm | 470 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1126 mm | 1146 mm | 1169 mm | 1193 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Standover Height | 730 mm | 731 mm | 736 mm | 738 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
NINETY-SIX RC 5000 is part of the Merida Ninety Six model. Merida released 46 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Merida NINETY-SIX RC 5000 2023 has a starting price of 3757$. Merida NINETY-SIX RC 10K 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 11556$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3757$. In conclusion, this bike price is 97.22% higher than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Reba model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Rock SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock model, which has a travel of 100mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Merida NINETY-SIX RC 5000 2023, has a 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Merida NINETY-SIX RC 5000 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
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Merida NINETY-SIX RC 5000 includes a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!