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Season:2026
Brand:Merida
Code:R460
When your young rider is ready to move up to bigger wheels and bigger trails, the Merida Matts J.24+ is the perfect bridge. Designed for kids approximately 129-137 cm in height, this 24-inch wheel bike delivers mountain-bike capability in a child-friendly package: lightweight, durable, and spec’d to make every ride safer, more fun, and full of confidence.
Lightweight Aluminium Frame – Double-butted, 6061 alloy construction gives a solid ride without excess weight so children can handle it easily.
24-inch “+” Tyres (≈ 2.4-inches) – Large, fat tyres offer excellent grip, stability, and comfort over rough terrain while smoothing out bumps and obstacles beneath little wheels.
Hydraulic Disc Brakes – Tektro hydraulic disc brakes provide powerful, reliable stopping in wet or dry conditions and better modulation compared to many mechanical or rim brakes, which boosts confidence.
Wide Handlebars & Lock-on Grips – The modern wide bar width helps steering control; lock-on grips keep hands secure and make the cockpit feel more like adult bikes.
8-Speed Gear System – A reliable 1×8 drive train with a suitable cassette (e.g. 11-34 teeth) lets young riders handle climbs and flats without over-complicating shifting.
Rapid-Fire Shifters – Easy-to-use trigger shifters are more intuitive for young riders than twist or grip shifters, helping them focus on riding rather than shifting.
Comfortable Saddle & Seatpost – Designed for growing riders, the saddle shape and aluminium seatpost dimension (≈27.2 mm) deliver comfort, durability, and adjustability.
Tyre Volume & Ride Feel – Big volume tyres plus disciplined geometry deliver a ride that’s forgiving on bumps—kids don’t need a suspension fork when the tyres do much of the compliance work.
Kid-Focused Components – All parts (pedals, crank arms, stem, handlebar) are sized proportionally to children; lighter cranks to avoid pedal strikes, compact reach, etc.
Durable Finish & Parts – Paint, frame finish, and component toughness expected to survive the kinds of knocks and drops kids inevitably bring.
Low Standover & Proper Geometry – Easier mounting/dismounting, safe control at lower speeds, better confidence when stopping quickly.
The Merida Matts J.24+ is a high-quality kids’ mountain bike that doesn’t cut corners. With its lightweight alloy frame, fat 24-inch tyres, hydraulic disc brakes, and 8-speed setup, it offers excellent control, comfort, and confidence for young riders stepping into serious off-road terrain. It blends the essential features of trail bikes with kid-friendly design to make every ride safer, more enjoyable, and a chance for progression.