It’s all about lightweight for kids.

We care as much about our kids’ bikes as we do those in our adult range; all components are as light and child-focused as possible.

We use 1x drivetrains with rapid-fire shifters to make shifting simple and, again, reduce the overall weight.

The Matts Junior + bikes have rigid forks as cheap suspension forks tend to work poorly and weigh a lot. Instead we use fat 2.4″ tyres to provide plenty of comfort and grip.

All bikes have a focus on longevity; not just the high quality paint finish, protected by a lacquer coat to keep the bike looking fresh for hand me downs or sale but also the flip-flop stem and spacers allowing for growth, extending the life of Matts Junior+ bikes.

Fat 2.4″ tyres provide plenty of comfort and grip, 8 speeds with rapid-fire shifters keep things simple and Tektro hydraulic disc brakes take care of the stopping. Approx 10kg.

Suits heights from approx. 129-137 cm.

Frame
  • TFS – 6061 aluminium tubing, double butted and technoformed. BSA BB standard, 9mm QR axle standard. Replaceable dropout. Max tyre size 24″ x 2.4″
Fork
  • Merida Matts J. 24+; aluminium. Max tyre size: 24″ x 2.4″
Gears
  • 8
Shifters
  • Shimano SL-M315-8
Rear Derailleur
  • Shimano RD-M302-8; SGS
Bottom Bracket
  • FSA TH-7420ST, 68-118
Chain
  • KMC Z8.3
Chainset
  • Merida Expert JR; 28 tooth chainset; Aluminium; Crank length – 140mm
Cassette
  • Sunrace CSM558AU; 11-32 teeth; 8 speed
Brake Lever
  • Tektro M275
Front Brake
  • Tektro M275; hydraulic disc brake caliper with Tektro TR160; 160mm rotor
Rear Brake
  • Tektro M275; hydraulic disc brake caliper with Tektro TR140; 140mm rotor
Grip
  • Merida Expert JR
Handlebar
  • Merida Expert JR; aluminium; 620mm wide; 0mm rise
Stem
  • Merida CC; aluminium; 31.8mm diameter; 6 degree rise – Length – 60 mm
Head Set
  • FSA NO.10P Neck15
Pedal
  • Marwi SP-202
Saddle
  • Merida Expert Jr.
Seat Post
  • Merida Comp CC; 27.2mm diameter; 0mm layback; Aluminium
Wheel Size
  • 24″
Rims
  • Merida Jr. 24+; aluminium
Spokes
  • Black steel
Front Hub
  • KT-K68F; 100 x 9mm; 24 spoke
Rear Hub
  • KT-K68R-8/9/10S; 135x9mm; 24 spoke
Front Tyre
  • K1153 24″ x 2.35″; wire bead
Rear Tyre
  • K1153 24″ x 2.35″
Colour
  • Silk Purple/White/Red/Black
Season
  • 2025

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