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- Lightweight alloy frame
- 120mm front suspension travel
- Shimano hydraulic disc brakes
- 29-inch wheels for smooth ride
- Single chainset for easy maintenance
The Merida Big.Nine 40 Hardtail Mountain Bike in Metallic Black/Red is designed for riders seeking a reliable and versatile mountain biking experience. Its lightweight alloy frame and 120mm X-Fusion front suspension provide excellent control and comfort on various terrains. Equipped with Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, this bike ensures powerful and consistent stopping power. The 29-inch wheels offer a smooth ride over obstacles, while the single chainset simplifies maintenance. Ideal for both beginners and seasoned riders, the Big.Nine 40 combines performance and style for an enjoyable outdoor adventure.
Bottom bracket: | Shimano UN101 LL123 |
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Brakes: | F: Shimano MT200 | R: Shimano MT200 |
Cassette: | SunRace U9 CS-U980 9AZ; 11-46 ATC; 9 GER |
Chain: | KMC xGlide |
Colour: | Metallic Black(Red) |
Crankset: | Shimano Cues UT400-1; 32 ATC; MAT Aluminium ; S: 165mm, M/L/XL/XXL: 170mm |
Derailleur rear: | Shimano Cues U4000; GS |
Fork: | X-Fusion Migo 32 Air; 120 STR; lockout; max. 29x2,4 WHS |
Frame: | BIG.NINE TFS V; MAT aluminum; 29 WHS; 135x9 AST; BSA BBR |
Grip: | MERIDA COMP TR |
Handlebar: | MERIDA CC; MAT aluminium; 15 RHB; S: 720 WHB; M/L/: 740 WHB; XL/XXL: 760 WHB |
Handlebar stem: | MERIDA COMP CC; MAT aluminium; 31.8 DSH; 7 ASD; S: 50mm, M/L:60 mm, XL/XXL: 70 mm |
Headset: | FSA NO.55R/57SC/57B |
Hubs: | F: Shimano TX505; 100x9 WHF; 32 SPH; Centerlock | R: Shimano TX505; 135x9 WHR; 32 SPH; Centerlock |
Pedals: | VP VPE 536 |
Rim: | MERIDA COMP CC; 20 IWR; MAT aluminium |
Rotor front: | Shimano RT10; 160 mm |
Rotor rear: | Shimano RT10; 160 mm |
Saddle: | MERIDA COMP SL |
Season: | 2026 |
Seat post: | MERIDA COMP CC; MAT aluminium; 30.9 DSP; 0 SSB |
Shifters: | F: | R: Shimano Cues U4000 |
Tyres: | F: Kenda Booster; 29x2.4 2nd color option: Booster 29x2.4 tanwall | R: Kenda Booster; 29x2.4 2nd color option: Booster 29x2.4 tanwall |
Wheel size: | 29" |

Merida is an international bike brand with its headquarters in Taiwan, the R&D department is based near Stuttgart in Germany. To be based in Germany has historical reasons for MERIDA but the precise location was chosen specifically because the region around Stuttgart is one of the hot spots of the automotive and machine building industry which Germany is famous for and attracts a hugely skilled design and engineer labor force.
The Merida team are more than just highly trained and experienced bicycle creators – they simply love everything ‘bike’. Most of their R&D staff are daily bike commuters while others are serious mountain bikers, who regularly compete in Marathon, Enduro and Downhill competitions, or licensed road racers and even ambitious Ironman triathletes. Get the behind the scenes view of the Merida R&D centre and meet some of their key members of staff in the below video.
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Please note, due to challenges in the product supply chain, bike specifications are subject to change without notice. Specifications listed below may not match exactly as shown in the photo.