2021 Merida One-Forty 700 All-Mountain Bike

The float link system and geometry of the One-Sixty inspired the creation of the journalists’ favourite – a 140mm trail bike “with great pedalling efficiency, brilliant suspension and top handling fun” (MBR) and “one of the best mid-travel bikes we have ridden” (MBUK). Short chainstays, a long reach and short stem with wide bars deliver fun-packed yet confidence-inspiring handling. The lower mount moves with the suspension system delivering sensitive response characteristics with great support in mid-travel and the feel of more than 140mm travel.

BALANCED TRAIL BIKE GEOMETRY

The geometry of the ONE-FORTY is influenced heavily by its bigger brother, the ONE-SIXTY, by mimicking the short chainstays (435 mm) for increased agility and playfulness on the trail. A well-balanced reach and low centre of gravity combined with a short stem and wide handlebar deliver fun-packed yet confidence-inspiring handling.

FLOAT LINK SUSPENSION

The lower shock mount moves with the system to deliver plushness and pedalling efficiency. Our engineers can precisely influence the transmission ratio and progression, which means that a ‘Float Link’ system is very sensitive, delivering great support in mid-travel and the appearance of more travel than the model name suggests. The rear end creates the feeling of almost bottomless travel whilst remaining perfectly controlled when climbing.

TRUNNION MOUNT

A trunnion mount shock gives our frame designers more flexibility by using a shorter shock with increased stroke. Combined with the ball bearing bushing of the upper mount, shock sensitivity is increased, and the suspension performance can be perfectly tuned.

1 x SPECIFIC DRIVETRAIN

Modern trail bikes are all about simplicity, durability and efficiency and modern 1x drivetrains offer a huge gear range whilst remaining lightweight. Building our frame around a 1x specific setup allows us to keep chainstays short, adding to the agility and playfulness of the bike. Perfect for today’s demanding trails.

TYRE CLEARANCE

The ONE-FORTY has clearance for up to 2.6" wide 650B tyres, allowing plenty of extra room to fit the right tyre for the track. Extra wide tyres deliver increased levels of grip and comfort when the track gets rougher and more demanding, significantly improving the overall handling and riding experience.

SMART ENTRY

Cables, housings and brake hoses are clamped under tension to prevent rattling when the trail gets rough. All inlets are completely interchangeable to deal with Di2, hydraulic hoses, brake cable and gear cable housings etc.