Merida Matts J24+ Orange MTB for Kids
All bikes have a focus on longevity. We care as much about our kids’ bikes as we do those in our adult range; all components are as child-focused as possible.
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All bikes have a focus on longevity. We care as much about our kids’ bikes as we do those in our adult range; all components are as child-focused as possible.
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.
Specification, at a glance.
Frame & suspension
| 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 & drivetrain
| Drivetrain | 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 |
| Pedals | Marwi SP-202 |
Braking
| Brake levers | 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 |
| Brakes | Tektro M275; hydraulic disc brake caliper with Tektro TR160; 160mm rotor |
Wheels & tyres
| 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″ |
Cockpit & contact points
| Grips | 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 |
| Headset | FSA NO.10P Neck15 |
| Saddle | Merida Expert Jr. |
| Seatpost | Merida Comp CC; 27.2mm diameter; 0mm layback; Aluminium |
Details & equipment
| Colour | Silk Purple/White/Red/Black |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2025 |
More about this model
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.
- TFS – 6061 aluminium tubing, double butted and technoformed. BSA BB standard, 9mm QR axle standard. Replaceable dropout. Max tyre size 24″ x 2.4″
- Merida Matts J. 24+; aluminium. Max tyre size: 24″ x 2.4″
- 8
- Shimano SL-M315-8
- Shimano RD-M302-8; SGS
- FSA TH-7420ST, 68-118
- KMC Z8.3
- Merida Expert JR; 28 tooth chainset; Aluminium; Crank length – 140mm
- Sunrace CSM558AU; 11-32 teeth; 8 speed
- Tektro M275
- Tektro M275; hydraulic disc brake caliper with Tektro TR160; 160mm rotor
- Tektro M275; hydraulic disc brake caliper with Tektro TR140; 140mm rotor
- Merida Expert JR
- Merida Expert JR; aluminium; 620mm wide; 0mm rise
- Merida CC; aluminium; 31.8mm diameter; 6 degree rise – Length – 60 mm
- FSA NO.10P Neck15
- Marwi SP-202
- Merida Expert Jr.
- Merida Comp CC; 27.2mm diameter; 0mm layback; Aluminium
- 24″
- Merida Jr. 24+; aluminium
- Black steel
- KT-K68F; 100 x 9mm; 24 spoke
- KT-K68R-8/9/10S; 135x9mm; 24 spoke
- K1153 24″ x 2.35″; wire bead
- K1153 24″ x 2.35″
- Silk Purple/White/Red/Black
- 2025
A proper bike. Properly looked after.
Your complete bike is professionally built and tuned, with fit advice and suspension setup where applicable.
Three months’ servicing and help from our Wallasey workshop come with the ride. Ask us about BikeRegister registration and fitting compatible accessories.
Make it ride-ready.
Useful accessories for this kind of riding.