Merida Big.Nine TR Limited (Dandelion Green/Silver/Green)
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A high-performance aluminium trail hardtail for riders who want a factory-fitted dropper post and real descending confidence without stepping up to carbon.
Overview
The Big.Nine TR Limited blurs the line between cross-country and trail, pairing a high-value, high-performance LITE aluminium frame with modern geometry and genuine tyre clearance up to 2.4".
A Shimano Deore/XT 1x12 drivetrain gives wide-range gearing with real precision, Shimano SLX hydraulic disc brakes bring confident stopping power, and a Merida dropper seatpost with remote lever is fitted from the factory — ready to use out of the box, not an aftermarket upgrade.
It suits a rider who wants a bike that's as capable on the descents as it is on the climbs, without the cost of a carbon frame.
Why You'll Like It
A factory-fitted dropper post
The Merida Expert TR dropper (100-170mm travel by size) comes ready to use, with a remote lever for quick saddle-height changes on the trail.
A high-performance aluminium frame
The LITE aluminium frame is as capable on the descents as it is on the climbs, with modern geometry for real confidence.
A genuine Shimano Deore/XT mixed drivetrain
A Deore cassette and crank paired with an XT rear derailleur deliver wide-range gearing with real precision.
Powerful SLX hydraulic disc brakes
Shimano SLX brakes bring confident, consistent stopping power for faster trail descents.
Wide tyre clearance
Room for tyres up to 2.4" means more grip and comfort on rougher trail surfaces.
Who Is It For?
The Big.Nine TR Limited suits a rider who wants genuine trail capability from an aluminium hardtail — someone who wants a factory dropper post and real descending confidence without the cost of carbon.
For Indian riders tackling trail centres, varied singletrack, or rides that mix genuine climbing and descending, the dropper post and wide tyre clearance make a real difference to control on technical sections.
Good to Know
- Get familiar with the dropper post's remote lever before your first ride — dropping the saddle before technical descents makes a real difference to control.
- The wheels are tubeless-ready — going tubeless (tape and valves not included) is worth considering for lower pressures and fewer pinch flats on rougher trails.
- A quick post-ride wipe-down of the fork stanchions and drivetrain keeps everything running smoothly between services.
Technical Specifications
- Frame: BIG.NINE TR LITE III, aluminium, 29x2.4" max
- Fork: Manitou Machete Comp, 120mm travel
- Shock: N/A - hardtail, no rear suspension
- Bottom Bracket: Shimano BB-MT-501, 24mm
- Crank: Shimano Deore M6100, 32T, 170mm (S), 175mm (M-XL)
- Shift Levers: Shimano Deore M6100
- Cassette: Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51T, 12-speed
- Front Derailleur: N/A - 1x12 drivetrain
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano XT M8100, SGS
- Grip/Tape: Merida Comp EC
- Handlebar: Merida Expert CC, aluminium, 760mm width, flat
- Stem: Merida Team CC III, aluminium, 31.8mm diameter, -6° angle, Merida Smart Mount
- Saddle: Merida Expert SL, V-mount
- Seatpost: Merida Expert TR dropper, 30.9mm diameter, 0mm setback, travel XS 100mm, S 125mm, M 150mm, L/XL 170mm
- Front Brake: Shimano SLX M7100, 2-piston hydraulic disc, RT10 rotor, 180mm
- Rear Brake: Shimano SLX M7110, 2-piston hydraulic disc, RT10 rotor, 180mm
- Front Wheel: Merida Comp CC II rim (25mm inner width, aluminium, tubeless ready), Shimano TC500-B hub, 110x15mm Boost, Centerlock, 32h
- Rear Wheel: Merida Comp CC II rim (25mm inner width, aluminium, tubeless ready), Shimano TC500-MS-B hub, 148x12mm Boost, Centerlock, 32h
- Weight: ~13.0 kg
Additional Info
- Country of Origin: China
- Imported By: Extreme Adventure Sports, Gat No. 399, Milkat, 2289, Nagar Rd, Sai Satyam Park, Wagholi, Lonikand, Pune - 412207, Maharashtra, India.
- Net Quantity: 1N
- Customer Care Address: 291, 10 Main, 5 Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore - 560041. Ph: (080)47183232, Email: support@bumsonthesaddle.com
- Commodity: Bicycles
