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The Merida One-Forty 500 MY22/23 Mountain Bike represents a pinnacle of engineering designed to meet the rigorous demands of trail enthusiasts. Its all-aluminium frame combines strength with lightweight properties, ensuring durability without compromising agility. The thoughtfully engineered trail geometry enhances climbing efficiency and descent control, making it a versatile choice for diverse mountain terrains. Integrated with premium Marzocchi and RockShox suspension systems, this bike guarantees superior shock absorption and a consistently smooth ride across uneven surfaces.
Equipped with the Shimano Deore M5100 11-speed drivetrain, the One-Forty 500 delivers precise and reliable gear shifts, optimizing power transfer for sustained momentum on challenging trails. The bike’s geometry features an 80° steep seat angle and a 65° head angle, balancing climbing prowess with stability during high-speed descents. Merida’s innovative Agilometer sizing system allows riders to fine-tune frame reach independently of height, ensuring a personalized fit that enhances comfort and suspension performance. Additional features such as a long-travel dropper post, Wire Port cable routing, and a threaded bottom bracket contribute to ease of maintenance and rider convenience.
Is the Merida One-Forty 500 suitable for beginner trail riders?
Yes, its stable geometry and reliable components make it a great choice for riders progressing on technical trails, though some prior mountain biking experience will help you get the most out of it.
Can I customize the suspension settings on this bike?
Absolutely. The Marzocchi and RockShox suspension systems come with adjustable settings to tailor the ride feel to your terrain and preferences.
| Frameset | Lite Aluminium, Next Generation enduro geometry, internal cable routing, long seat post insert depth. Boost axles standard, threaded BB, trail mount and bottle bosses, flip chip for mullet or 29er. max tyre size - 2.5" |
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| Fork | Marzocchi Z2; Air; 150mm travel; Tapered; 44mm fork offset; Max. tyre size: 29 x 2.5" |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore M6120; 4 piston hydraulic disc brake caliper with Shimano RT30; 203mm rotor |
| Tyres | Maxxis Minion DHF; 29" x 2.5"; Kevlar bead, folding; TR EXO 3C MaxxTera |
| Rear mech | Shimano Deore M5100 Shadow+ SGS |
| Wheelset | Shimano MT400-B; 110x15mm; 32 spokes; Center lock |
| Headset | Merida 8158 1-1/8"-1.5" cartridge bearing |
| Stem | Merida Expert eTRII; aluminium; 35mm diameter; 0 degree rise - Stem length: 50mm (all sizes). GoPro & Supernova mount point. |
| Handlebar | Merida Team; TR; aluminium; 780mm wide; XS/S 18mm rise; M/L/XL 30mm rise |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore M5100 and Shimano SL-MT500-IL dropper post lever |
| Chain | KMC X11 |
| Chainset | Race Face Ride; 32 tooth chainset. Crank length: 170mm-S, 175mm-M up |
| Bottom bracket | Race Face BSA 68/73 €“ 24mm |
| Saddle | Merida Comp SL; V-mount |
| Seat post | Merida Expert TR II; 34.9mm diameter; in-line; Drop: 125mm (XS), 150mm (S), 200mm (M/L/XL) |
| Rear shock | RockShox Deluxe Select+; lockout |
| Tape grips | Merida Expert EC |
Stock Status Instock - Instore - Item Usually shipped or available for shop collection, within 48 hours (Mon-Fri)
Instock - Supplier Warehouse - Item is held in Suppliers Warehouse, Depending on the the supplier transfer time can vary from 24 Hours to 14 Days for item held in European warehouse.
(over festive periods some suppliers shut from 24th Dec-2nd Jan so orders can be delayed through this period.)
Brands held in European website include Trek, Bontrager, Electra, Wahoo, Rapha. For up-to-date transfer times please call customer services on +44 (0)1782 768622
Most out products are shipped by FedEx, providing unprecedented reliability and speed. Lightweight Spares below £25.00 value have a Royal Mail postage option, which is sent via Tracked 48 service. - £2.99
Shipping on all Domestic Orders over £50.00 (excluding bikes and home trainers) for delivery within the UK is completely FREE!
Bike and Home Trainers and oversize Goods £15.00 - FedEx
White Glove Bike Delivery - our white glove option has your bike personally delivered to you by a fully trained Mechanic and Bike fitter - £99.99
(Certain bikes will only have this option such as Cargo Bikes)
To Qualify for FREE Shipping:
In some cases, we may ship items out with another courier, depending on the status and availability of items ordered. (Customers will not be charged more and will be refunded any unused postage cost) If part of an order is cancelled and the total drops below the £50.00 free postage, a postage charge may be taken.
Delivery costs will be clearly stated on the checkout page, though you will need to register (to provide your delivery address) in order to see the delivery costs.
If you have any questions about delivery charges, times or none delivery please do not hesitate to get in touch by email:store@swinnertoncycles.co.uk or by telephone on +44 (0)1782 768622. Handling is normally 48 hours, but at busy periods this may be extended but we will endeavor to process your order within 5 working days. Please bear in mind in some cases orders can take longer to process, please contact us for more details.
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.