BIG.NINE TR 5000

 

Relentless speed and low weight uphill, paired with trail-hardtail swagger on the descents. Add a 120 mm fork, aggressive tyres and a dropper post to our lightweight carbon frame and you've got a recipe for fun.

Relentless speed and low weight uphill, paired with trail-hardtail swagger on the descents. The BIG.NINE TR 5000 is ready to push beyond what cross-country hardtails should do. We've added a longer travel 120 mm travel RockShox fork, more aggressive high-volume tyres and our own lightweight dropper post to a CF3 carbon frame that features progressive geometry and our AGILOMETER sizing. Add in the precision and benchmark reliability of Shimano's XT 12-speed and you're good to go.

Mountain biking is one of the most varied cycling disciplines and probably the most demanding when it comes to equipment. While full suspension bikes offer amazing riding characteristics, the classic hardtail remains one of the purest tools for the job. Our 29er wheel equipped BIG.NINE range comes in carbon and aluminium and features multiple geometry options. The updated CF carbon and LITE aluminium framed BIG.NINE offer truly modern geometry with increased standover clearance and handling stability to better deal with the tough race tracks of today, with downcountry ready TR options that boost fork travel and add in aggressive tyres and dropper posts. The more relaxed geometry of the BIG.NINE TFS and SPEED offers a more comfortable, upright riding position. Our classic hardtails are the backbone of our range and showcase the enormous wealth of experience and knowledge we could gain in over half a century of bike production and manufacturing. The BIG.NINE range represents the symbiosis between modern frame technology, attention to detail and craftsmanship 'Made in Taiwan' symbolises.

  • Lightweight CF3 carbon fibre frame with 2.4" tyre clearance
  • Progressive geometry with AGILOMETER sizing for confident handling
  • RockShox Judy fork with 120 mm travel for improved descending ability
  • Wide range Shimano 12-speed drivetrain
  • MERIDA wheelset with trail-ready Maxxis tyres
  • Lightweight MERIDA dropper seatpost with remote lever
  • material: carbon
  • 29x2.4" max. wheelsize
  • 148x12 mm axle standard
  • BSA bottom bracket standard
frame size S, M, L, XL, XXL
color SILK CHAMPAGNE (BLUE/BLACK)
  • Air
  • 120 mm suspension travel
  • Tapered
  • Remote lockout
  • 51 mm fork offset
  • Upper and lower IPS sealing
  • material: aluminium
  • 760 mm width
  • flat
  • material: aluminium
  • 31.8 mm diameter
  • -6° stem angle
  • incl. MERIDA SMART MOUNT
  • S, M, L: 60 mm, XL, XXL 70 mm
grip MERIDA EXPERT EC
  • 30.9 mm diameter
  • 0 mm setback
  • S/M/L/XL/XXL: 100 mm travel seatpost
  • V-mount
  • incl. MERIDA minitool
chain KMC X12
  • 32 teeth
  • 170 mm-S, 175 mm-M up
  • 10-51 teeth
  • 12 speed
  • 29x2.4" WT
  • tubeless ready
  • 3C EXO
  • 29x2.4" WT
  • tubeless ready
  • 3C MaxxTerra EXO
  • including removeable lever, 6/4 mm allen key
  • weighed at frame size M
  • Weight may vary depending on bike size, finish or possible specification changes due to supply chain issues.
Bike Frame Geometry Image
Frame Size S M L XL XXL
Tire Sizes 29" 29" 29" 29" 29"
St Seat Tubes Mm 380 410 440 470 500
Tt Top Tubes Mm 594 614 637 659 681
Cs Chain Stays Mm 430 433 436 439 442
Hta Head Tube Angles Deg 66.9 66.9 66.9 66.9 66.9
Sta Seat Tube Angle Deg 74.2 74.2 74.2 74.2 74.2
Bd Bottom Bracket Drops Mm 57 57 57 57 57
Ht Head Tube Lengths Mm 95 95 105 115 125
Fl Fork Lengths Mm 530 530 530 530 530
R Reachs Mm 420 440 460 480 500
S Stacks Mm 614 614 624 633 643
Wb Wheel Base Mm 1132 1155 1182 1209 1235
Sh Stand Over Height Mm 711 711 717 738 759

Technologies

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FLEX STAY

By using a specific tube shape and careful design of the seat- and chainstay of our hardtail bikes, we enable them to work like flat leaf springs, absorbing surface bumps and reducing vibrations. This makes the rear end more comfortable, can improve power delivery and has a positive impact on rider fatigue. In particular, on performance bikes that are ridden over long distances and uneven surfaces, this can have a great effect on the overall riding performance and enjoyment.

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X-TAPER HEADTUBE

Steering precision is vital to safe and confident handling, and the X-TAPER HEADTUBE allows us to significantly boost this precision. A larger headset diameter at the bottom paired with a smaller one at the top helps to deal with the strains modern riding and equipment can put on the headtube, all without adding unnecessary weight. It allows tapered forks to be fitted with ease and delivers precise and confidence-inspiring steering.

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INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING

On the majority of our frames, we run the gear and brake cables and hoses through the frame. The cables enter and exit the frame through smooth sockets, or we use one of our other systems like SMART ENTRY or WIRE PORT to be routed through. Running the cables inside the frame protects them from the elements, gives a clean and neat look and can offer aerodynamic advantages.

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DI2 READY

Shimano's Di2 electronic shifting system offers fast, smooth and reliable shifting. In particular, in the road world, it has proven itself as the primary choice when top performance is at the top of the agenda. With that in mind, we have a broad selection of performance road frames that are Di2 READY and can accommodate the electrical cable, battery and other little tweaks that the system requires.

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NANO MATRIX CARBON

NANO MATRIX CARBON is a special kind of carbon fibre where we add extremely tiny, nano-scale particles to the resin that binds the individual carbon fibres together. These then work on a molecular level to protect them from damage. It’s so effective that it can actually increase the finished carbon fibre’s impact resistance by up to 40%, allowing us to build stronger and lighter composite frames that result in a faster and tougher bike.

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AWS ANTI WRINKLE SYSTEM

This is a method we use to manufacture our carbon fibre frames. First, the carbon fibre that makes up the frame is laid around special formers. We then use a bladder to compress the layers against the outside of the frame mould, giving a smooth and wrinkle-free internal finish, removing any voids in between the layers of carbon that can cause potential weak points, resulting in a stronger, lighter frame.

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WIRE PORT

MERIDA designed headsets that enable all control cables from the handlebar to enter the frame through the headset cover, creating a clean and uncluttered look, allowing for a lighter, stronger and more aerodynamic frame structure than with conventional cable ports. Depending on the model, the cables are run completely internally (including the bar and stem) or semi-integrated, where the cables enter the frame underneath the stem.

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