Merida Ninety Six 400 III2

Do you need something to face any challenge, from cross-country races to long days in the mountains?

The NINETY-SIX 400 can do it all in full suspension comfort and without spending too much. Our high-performance, high-value aluminium frame uses our proven P-FLEX technology to offer 110mm of controlled travel at both ends with SR Suntour suspension with remote lockout, brilliant 12-speed Shimano drivetrain and powerful hydraulic disc brakes, complemented by our telescopic seatpost.

The NINETY-SIX is the latest incarnation of our former World Cup-proven XC and marathon machine. It inherits the forward racing genes of the old NINETY-SIX and combines them with a new readiness and ability to tackle today's demanding XC and marathon courses. The carbon fibre frame and P-FLEX suspension provide the perfect basis for a fun, fast, trail-loving full-suspension machine that helps define what a modern cross-country bike should be. It is capable of tackling the toughest world-class race tracks ever, as well as riders who want hyper-fast climbs with the ability to descend like never before. For those who want a cross-country bike for racing rather than high-speed trail fun, the RC models offer a short stroke with a 100 mm front fork, super fast tyres and a lighter front brake.

Features

High-value LITE aluminium frame with P-FLEX technology
110 mm travel SR Suntour fork and shock with remote lockouts
Powerful Shimano hydraulic disc brakes
Modern geometry with 110 mm rear wheel travel
Crisp shifting Shimano 12-speed drivetrain
MERIDA dropper seat post

Tech Specs

Frame: NINETY-SIX LITE V, 110 mm travel, material: aluminium, 29x2.5’ max. wheel size, 148x12 mm standard axle, BSA bottom bracket, standard bracket
Frame sizes: XShort, Short, Mid, Long, XLong
Fork: Suntour Raidon34 R-2CR, Air, 120 mm travel, Tapered, Remote lockout, 46 mm fork offset, 29x2.4’ max wheel size
Shock absorber: SR Suntour Edge Plus 2CR, lockout
Brakes: Shimano MT200, 2 pistons
Discs: Shimano RT10, 180 mm
Handlebar: MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, width 760 mm, flat
Handlebar stem: MERIDA TEAM CC III, material: aluminium, diameter 31.8 mm, -6°, handlebar angle, 60 mm
Headset: Acros ICR MERIDA EXTERNAL neck, upper and lower IPS seal
Grips: MERIDA COMP EC
Shifters: Shimano Deore M6100, SGS
Shifters: Shimano SL-MT500-L / Shimano Deore M6100
Seatpost: MERIDA EXPERT TR II, Diameter: 34.9 mm, Reach: 10 mm, Travel: 150 mm XSHORT/SHORT, 170 mm MID, 200 mm, LONG/XLONG
Seatpost clamp: MERIDA EXPERT
Saddle: MERIDA COMP SL, V-mount
Chain: KMC X12
Pacco pignoni: Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51 denti, 12 velocità
Guarnitura: Shimano Deore MT512, 32 denti, 170 mm XS e S, 175 mm-M up
Serie movimento: Shimano BB-MT-501, 24 mm
Cerchi: MERIDA COMP CC II, larghezza interna 25 mm, materiale: alluminio, tubeless ready
Mozzi: Shimano TC500-B / Shimano TC500-MS-B, 110x15 mm larghezza anteriore, mozzo, 32 fori per raggi, Centerlock, 148x12 mm larghezza posteriore, 32, fori per raggi, Centerlock
Perni: MERIDA COMP TR, inclusa leva rimovibile, chiave a brugola da 6/4 mm
Copertoni: Maxxis Rekon Race, 29x2,25", a filo

Technologies

Long Fender

An optional extra coverage mudguard that bolts rigidly to the back end of our bikes, protecting the rider from dirt and water spray while reducing noise, movement and prevent damage to the paintwork.

Wire Port

MERIDA designed headsets that enable all control cables from the handlebar to enter the frame through the headset cover, creating a clean and uncluttered look, allowing for a lighter, stronger and more aerodynamic frame structure than with conventional cable ports. Depending on the model, the cables are run completely internally (including the bar and stem) or semi-integrated, where the cables enter the frame underneath the stem.

P-Flex

A suspension design where the traditional pivot point on the seat stay is eliminated in favour of a flexstay design. This uses the compliance of the material and specific shaping of the tubes to allow for the seat and chain stays to move apart as the suspension moves through the travel. By removing this pivot point at the seat and chain stay junction, we save weight, reduce maintenance needs and add stiffness to the frame structure.

NON-Slip Tightening

This system means you only need a single tool to tighten important bolts, making it easy to secure them while out on the trail and also making routine maintenance faster and simpler. The bolts have a specially shaped head on one end that fits into a matching recess in the frame, preventing rotation. That means there is no hardware bonded into the frame itself, so damaged threads or bolts can be easily replaced.

Internal Cable Routing

On the majority of our frames, we run the gear and brake cables and hoses through the frame. The cables enter and exit the frame through smooth sockets, or we use one of our other systems like SMART ENTRY or WIRE PORT to be routed through. Running the cables inside the frame protects them from the elements, gives a clean and neat look and can offer aerodynamic advantages.

Smooth welding

Sometimes called "double pass welding," a second pass on the weld gives the frame a clean, organic look. At first glance, you'll be convinced it's carbon.

X-Taper headtube

Steering precision is vital to safe and confident handling, and the X-TAPER HEADTUBE allows us to significantly boost this precision. A larger headset diameter at the bottom paired with a smaller one at the top helps to deal with the strains modern riding and equipment can put on the headtube, all without adding unnecessary weight. It allows tapered forks to be fitted with ease and delivers precise and confidence-inspiring steering.

HFS - Hydro forming system

Tubes are inserted into negative molds and a hot emulsion of water and oil is forced under pressure, enabling them to form complex shapes.

Prolite 66 Triple Butted Aluminum

Proven high-end aluminum (6066) is extremely light and strong. By using triple-butted wall thicknesses and hydro forming technology, the best ratio of stiffness to weight can be offered.