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The Merida One-Sixty FR 800 in Silk Gunmetal Grey with Red and White accents represents a pinnacle of mountain biking engineering, tailored for riders who demand uncompromising performance on challenging trails. Constructed with a sturdy aluminium frame, this bike offers exceptional resilience and strength, ensuring it endures the rigors of demanding off-road environments. Its design integrates high-quality tyres and powerful disc brakes, delivering consistent stopping power and control regardless of terrain or weather conditions.
Equipped with advanced suspension technology, the One-Sixty FR 800 provides a smooth and responsive ride, absorbing shocks and maintaining traction on technical descents and rough paths. The innovative Agilometer sizing system allows riders to customize the frame reach independently of their height, enhancing comfort and handling precision. Additional features such as long-travel dropper posts, wire port cable routing, and a reliable threaded bottom bracket contribute to the bike’s overall durability and ease of maintenance, making it an excellent choice for serious mountain biking enthusiasts.
Merida’s commitment to quality is underscored by the 5-year frame warranty, reflecting confidence in the bike’s construction and longevity. This model complies with Category 5 standards, signifying its capability to perform under the most extreme off-road conditions. For riders seeking a dependable, high-performance mountain bike, the One-Sixty FR 800 offers a balanced blend of innovation, durability, and adaptability.
Is the Merida One-Sixty FR 800 suitable for beginners?
While designed for serious trail riders, its durable build and adjustable sizing make it accessible for confident beginners ready to tackle challenging terrain.
What does Category 5 rating mean?
Category 5 indicates this bike is built to withstand the most demanding off-road conditions, including aggressive downhill and technical trails.
| Frameset | Lite III - Aluminium, Next Generation enduro geometry, internal cable routing, long seat post insert depth. Boost axle standard, threaded BB, trail mount and bottle bosses, flip chip for mullet or 29er. Max tyre size - 2.5" |
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| Fork | RockShox Zeb Ultimate; Air; 180 mm travel; 44mm offset; 29x2.6" max. tyre size |
| Brakes | SRAM Maven; 4 piston with SRAM CenterLine; 200mm |
| Tyres | Continental Kryptotal-F; 29x2.4"; kevlar bead; TR; Enduro casing; Soft Compund Continental Kryptotal-R; 27.5x2.4"; kevlar bead; TR; Downhill Casing; Soft Compound |
| Rear mech | Shimano Deore M6100; SGS |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss F 1900; 110x15mm; 148x12mm; 30mm inner rim width; material: aluminium; Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves included); front 29"; rear 27.5" |
| Headset | Acros ICR Merida External neck; Upper and lower IPS sealing |
| Stem | Merida Expert eTRII; material: aluminium; 35 mm diameter; 0 degree rise; Length: 40mm |
| Handlebar | Merida Expert TR II; material: aluminium; 780mm wide; 30mm rise |
| Shifters | Front: SRAM dropper lever MMX, Rear: Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M6100; 10-51 teeth; 12 speed |
| Chain | KMC X12 |
| Chainset | Shimano Deore MT512; 32 tooth chainset; Crank length: 165mm |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-MT-501; 24mm |
| Saddle | Merida Comp SL; 25% recycled material; V-mount |
| Seat post | Merida Expert III; 34.9mm diameter; in-line; 25mm travel adjustability; XShort - 170mm, (Short-Mid) - 200mm, (Long-XLong) - 230mm seat post travel |
| Rear shock | RockShox Vivid coil; lockout; spring rate: XShort - 300 lbs, Short - 350 lbs, Mid - 400, Long - 450 lbs, Xlong - 500 lbs |
| Tape grips | Merida Expert TR; recycled material |
Stock Status Instock - Instore - Item Usually shipped or available for shop collection, within 48 hours (Mon-Fri)
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(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
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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)
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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.
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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).
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