2019 Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MD vs 2021 Merida MATTS 6. 10-V
The S is the Merida MATTS 6. 10-V size closest to your S Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MD. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Merida MATTS 6. 10-V
Compared with the Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MD in S, the Merida MATTS 6. 10-V in S places the top of the head tube 6 mm higher and 12 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 15 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +6 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −12 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −15 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −5 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MD, SMerida MATTS 6. 10-V, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MD S | Merida MATTS 6. 10-V S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 383 | 371 | −12 mm |
| Stack | 598 | 604 | +6 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 69.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73.5 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 560 | 550 | −10 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430 | 425 | −5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1053 | 1038 | −15 mm |
| BB drop | 53 | 55 | +2 mm |
| Standover | 686 | 621 | −65 mm |
| Seat tube length | 381 | 381 | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 490 | 475 | −15 mm |
| Head tube length | 105 | 125 | +20 mm |
Differences are the Merida MATTS 6. 10-V minus the Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MD. Full charts: 2019 Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MD, 2021 Merida MATTS 6. 10-V.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MDMerida MATTS 6. 10-V
Each bike is ranked against the other XC bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MD20-MD | Merida MATTS 6. 10-V6. 10-V |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.SEVEN SPEED | Merida MATTS 6. SPEED |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCM-HLO | SR Suntour XCE |
| Shifter | Shimano ST-EF500 | Shimano ST-EF500 |
| Derailleur | Shimano FD-TY700, Shimano Acera M360 | Shimano FD-TY300, Shimano Acera M310 |
| Cassette | SunRace CSM668 | Shimano MF-TZ500 |
| Chain | KMC M700 | KMC NS8 |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH-7420ST-W | FSA TH-7420ST-W |
| Tire | Merida K1080 | Merida K1047 |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida CC | Merida CC |
| Brake | Promax MTD-3.0 disc | Promax MTV-117A |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida CC | Merida CC |
| Stem | Merida CC | Merida CC |
| Grips | Merida EC | Merida EC |
| Headset | FSA NO.10P Neck15 | FSA NO.10P Neck15 |
| Seatpost | Merida CC | Merida CC |
| Pedals | not listed | VPE-891 |
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