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Merida Big Nine 400

Build Shimano Cues

Entry levelHardtailAluminium29"Released in 2026
Merida Big Nine 400, side view

Merida Big Nine 400

hardtail mountain bike, aluminium frame, 29" wheels, entry level equipment

Key specs

Frame
Aluminium
Suspension
Hardtail, 120 mm
Fork model
RockShox Judy Gold RL
Wheelset
29" · Merida Comp CC 29" Maxxis 2.4"
Groupset
Shimano CUES U6000
Brake model
Shimano M4100 2 pistons
Seatpost
Dropper · MERIDA COMP TR IV

Spec sheet

Every value is read on the brand’s page; hover it to see its source and date.

Ride type

Discipline
Being updated
Suspension
Hardtail

Frame and fork

Frame
Aluminium

Suspension

Fork travel
120 mm
Fork model
RockShox Judy Gold RL

Drivetrain

Groupset brand
Shimano
Groupset
Shimano CUES U6000
Shifting
Mechanical
Gears at the back
11
Chainring teeth
Shimano CUES U6000 32T
Cassette
SunRace ZX11 10-50 Linkglide
Rear derailleur
Shimano CUES U6000
Shifters
Shimano SL-MT500-IL / Shimano CUES U6000
Crank length
170 mm

Brakes

Brakes
Hydraulic disc
Brake model
Shimano M4100 2 pistons
Front rotor
180 mm
Rear rotor
160 mm

Wheels and tyres

Wheel size
700c / 29"
Wheelset
Merida Comp CC 29" Maxxis 2.4"
Rims
Aluminium
Rim inner width
25 mm
Tubeless ready
yes
Tyres
Maxxis Rekon Race 29x2.4

Cockpit and seatpost

Seatpost
Dropper
Handlebar width
740 mm
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT CC
Stem
MERIDA COMP CC
Seatpost model
MERIDA COMP TR IV

Weight

Weight
Being updated

Spec sheets read at: merida-bikes.com

Character

The bike at a glance: the ground it is made for, how it handles, its gears and its equipment, beside the other bikes of its kind.

« Mountain bike rather for smooth ground, entry-level equipment. »

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EasyDemanding

As at ease on rough ground as most other mountain bikes.

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Who is it for?

The sports the brand announces, and the features that go with them.

  • Cycling

    • Suspension: Hardtail
    • Fork travel: 120 mm
    • Wheel size: 700c / 29"

Frequently asked questions

Is the Merida Big Nine 400 a hardtail or a full suspension?

Hardtail, according to the brand.

How much travel does the Merida Big Nine 400 fork have?

120 mm, according to the brand.

Does the Merida Big Nine 400 come with a dropper post?

Seatpost: Dropper, according to the brand.