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A 27.5″ / 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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| Weight | 30.2 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 130mm front |
| Fork | RockShox Revelation RC |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch RL |
| Wheels | 27.5″ / 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | XT |
| Brakes | Shimano XT 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 One Twenty is a versatile trail bike that excels in both climbs and descents, offering a balanced and predictable ride. Its suspension system, particularly the rear shock, is praised for absorbing bumps effectively, though some riders may find it lacks aggression on steep uphills. The bike's geometry and cockpit setup are well-considered for trail riding, making it a joy to handle in various conditions.
Balanced and predictable handling
Effective suspension system
Well-considered geometry and cockpit setup
Versatile for both climbs and descents
Good value for the spec
Tendency to bob on steep uphills
May lack aggression for more aggressive riders
Conservative geometry affects downhill performance
This is a bike that’s proof of the joy in predictability, as we saw it rail round corners and hit some high speeds with panache.
The MERIDA’s cockpit is spot on in terms of its 760 mm bar width and optimal 60 mm stem length. Just climb on and have fun!
The bike is battling with a severe personality complex – efficient XC operator or trail slaying agent?
The suspension is sublime and more than ready for the aggressive geometry that 120mm trail bikes are sporting nowadays
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Aug 2017
The Merida One-Twenty 7.800 with its 120mm of travel sits nestled between the brand’s XC orientated full suss, the Ninety-Six and the slacker One-Forty trail bike. With the model line up of the One-Twenty split between 27.5” and 29er wheels and some disparity between the geometry and suspension capabilities, the bike is battling with a severe personality complex – efficient XC operator or trail slaying agent?
Sep 2016 · Wil Barrett
Just how much value has Merida packed into the One-Twenty 7.900? Tom investigates this sporty 120mm travel trail bike.

Jul 2016 · Christoph Bayer
You don’t need big mountains on your doorstep in order to have fun with the MERIDA ONE-TWENTY – or, at least, that’s what MERIDA claim.

Mar 2013 · Seb Rogers
A genuine bargain, offering great performance at a price that looks as though it should be a mistake!
| Frame | ONE-TWENTY TFS BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | Rock Shox Revelation RL Remote 15QR Tapered 130 Travel: 130mm |
| Shock | Rock Shox Monarch RL |
| Bottom Bracket | BSA, 73mm, threaded |
| Headset | FSA ZS4/No.55E |
| Handlebar | MERIDA pro OS 740 R12 |
| Saddle | Selle Italia SL |
| Seatpost | PRC Double carbon superlite 31.6 SB0 Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT GS Shadow+ |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano XT HD double side |
| Crank | Shimano XT 29":34-24 / 27.5":36-26 (BSA) |
| Shifters | Shimano XT-i |
| Cassette | Shimano XT 11-40 11s |
| Chain | KMC X11EL |
| Brakes | Shimano XT-Fin 180 cen ice Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | SunRingle Helix TR valve+sealing |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Black stainless |
| Front Hub | Shimano XT 15 cen / Shimano XT 12-cen |
| Rear Hub | Shimano XT 15 cen / Shimano XT 12-cen |
| Tires | Schwalbe Nobi Nic 2.25 PSC |
First added October 11
Last updated October 11
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