The Merida Ninety Six RC 9000 Mountain Bike is back better than ever in 2021, ready to meet the needs of the modern XC racer who wants to ride at their best. Merida have made big changes to this model this year with a completely new CF5 III Carbon Frame which is sleeker than previous model, built for the ultimate combination of durability and speed. The updated geometry is designed with modern riding preferences in mind, built with a slacker head angle and steeper seat angle to pair with a longer wheelbase and reach.
The FOX Factory 32 Float Fork with 100mm travel is matched with a Fox Factory Float Rear Shock also with 100mm of travel. This is a more progressive suspension setup than previous models, featuring a cable lockout which is hidden from view through the top tube.
The RC 9000 model is equipped with a 1x12 speed Shimano XTR Drivetrain for clean shifting and reliable performance when it counts. The 2 piston Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc Brakes will give you capable control when you’re rolling on the carbon DT Swiss XR1501 wheels with 29X2.25” Maxxis Rekon Race Tyres, capable of fitting tyres up to 2.3”. It wouldn’t be ready for serious speed without a dropper post and the Fox Transfer Dropper Post ensures this bike comes with everything you need.
The Merida Ninety Six RC 9000 is a high-quality lightweight racing bike that packs a carbon frame 100mm of travel, two piston hydro disc brakes and fast rolling XC tyres for an efficient ride that is ready to tear it up.
P-FLEX PIVOT To save weight and further improve the frame stiffness, we have removed the seat-/chainstay pivot point. Instead of a classic bearing, the material properties of the frame allow sufficient flex without having an impact on durability.
DOUBLE BOTTLE Ability to fit two water bottles into the frame without making the bottles difficult to reach. Perfect for long marathon races and extended trail sessions.
WIRE PORT All control cables like gear, brake and dropper post cable enter the frame through a specifically shaped headset cap, cleaning up the cockpit area while also keeping them out of harm's way. Only the internally routed cable for the rear shock lockout enters the frame directly into the top tube for extra smooth lockout action.
TRAIL MOUNT An additional fixing point behind the head tube offers the option to attach a spare tube, tool or small spare parts safely and securely.
NON-SLIP TIGHTENING Selected bolts can be tightened via a TORX 30 key from just one side, without running the risk that the opposite side slips or turns, allowing faster and more straightforward tightening of important hardware components.
FRAME NINETY-SIX RC CF5 III 100mm suspension travel
material: carbon 29x2.3" max. wheelsize 148x12mm axle standard BSA bottom bracket standard
FRAME SIZE: S, M, L, XL
COLOR: ANTHRACITE (BLACK/TITAN)
FORK: Fox Factory 32 Float SC Air 100mm suspension travel Tapered Remote lockout 44mm fork offset 29x2.3" max. wheelsize
SHOCK: Fox Factory Float remote lockout
BRAKES: Shimano XTR 2 piston 2 piston flat mount
ROTORS: Shimano RT-MT900 180mm 160mm
HEADSET: MERIDA-8151 1-1/8"-1.5" cartridge bearing set
HANDLEBAR: MERIDA TEAM CC material: carbon 740mm width flat
HANDLEBAR: STEM MERIDA TEAM CC II material: aluminium 31.8mm diameter -8° stem angle S-60 mm, M/L/XL-70 mm
