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NINETY-SIX 9000-E
A 29″ full suspension crosscountry bike with ultra high-end components.
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| Weight | 21.8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100mm front |
| Fork | Fox Factory Float 32 |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 Electronic |
| Groupset | XTR Di2, Dura-Ace Di2 |
| Brakes | Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Merida Ninety-Six is a world-class cross-country bike that combines speed, comfort, and efficiency, making it a top choice for racers and enthusiasts alike. Its sleek frame, excellent suspension performance, and no-expense-spared spec highlight its racing pedigree. However, some components like the RS-1 fork and stock tires may not suit everyone's preferences.
Eager for speed but also roomy and comfortable
genuine world-class XC chassis
impressive power transfer
excellent traction and fatigue reduction
clear on/off contrast between open and locked suspension modes
RS-1 fork continues to be a love/hate affair
only the wealthy need apply
more of a handful in tight turns
tracking accuracy is undermined by the twisty RS-1
With World Champs podium pedigree, the Ninety-Six is one flat-out fast XC ride
BikeRadarCross country racer delight, a carbon 29er with great suspension and fast character.
Flow Mountain BikeBilled as a top-flight XC bike the Ninety-Six delivers a ride quality that shouldn't let you down come race day.
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Sep 2017 · James Bracey
As it's name implies, the Merida Ninety-Six 9.XT produces a whopping 96mm of suspension movement, putting it firmly in the short travel race/trail category.
Suspension offers both comfort and efficiency
Shimano groupset performs flawlessly
Unresponsive wheels
Old school stem length
Aug 2016
Our Ninety-Six XT test bike is the middle of three models in the range, the base Ninety-Six 800 version with an all aluminium frame is $3099 and the top-level Ninety-Six Team with a full carbon frame and ultra premium spec is $9999. The full range can be found here: Merida Ninety-Six range. For more on …
Sleek new frame.
Comfortable Geometry.
Versatile cross country bike.
Efficient climber.
Hard compound and non-tubeless tyres.
Narrow rims.
Double chainring.
Apr 2016 · Rob Weaver
Distinctively smooth super-light full-sus racer with premium performance kit and price to match. Buy if you're after a razor-sharp yet distinctively refined race rig
Eager for speed but also roomy and comfortable, classy spec
RS-1 fork continues to be a love/hate affair, only the wealthy need apply
| Frame | NINETY-SIX CF5 BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX 32 FLOAT iRD FACTORY 100 Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX FLOAT iRD FACTORY |
| Bottom Bracket | BB86/BB92, press-fit |
| Headset | FSA No.55 E |
| Handlebar | PRO Tharsis XC 720 Flat Di2 |
| Saddle | Selle Italia SLR KIT CARBONIO |
| Seatpost | PRO Tharsis XC 31.6 SB0 Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XTR GS Di2 Shadow RD+ |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano XTR Di2 |
| Crank | Shimano XTR 29":36-26 / 27.5":38-24 (BB92) |
| Shifters | Synchronized shifting / Shimano SW-M9050 |
| Cassette | Shimano XTR 11-40 11s |
| Chain | KMC X11EL |
| Brakes | Shimano XTR 180 disc fin / Shimano XTR 160 disc fin Type: Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss XR1501 Spline One F:PS15-R12 |
|---|---|
| Tires | Rocket Ron 2.25 Liteskin PSC / Thunder Burt 2.25 LiteSkin PSC |
First added October 11
Last updated October 11
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