Merida One Twenty RC 300

If you like trail bike-inspired geometry and a more relaxed seating position but don't need the 120mm rear travel that the ‘classic’ ONE-TWENTY brings to the table, then the more XC and marathon-oriented RC 300 is the perfect choice. Entry-level ONE-TWENTY RC model based on a triple-butted aluminium frame with FLOAT LINK activated 100 mm rear travel, combined with 120 mm front. A super effective mileage cruncher that loves long cross country rides as much as fun trail sessions. The fast-rolling 29’ wheels and tyres quickly cover the ground and help create a super smooth ride. Completely redesigned for 2019, the ONE-TWENTY continues its success story in the 2022 season. With numerous test successes, including a ‘BEST IN TEST’ in Enduro Mountainbike Magazine for the ONE-TWENTY 2020 8000, the mid-size road bike will once again impress with its versatility and ability to crunch unstoppable trails. Although a trail bike at heart, modern yet balanced trail geometry combined with fantastic frame stiffness has created a mid-range race bike that is super capable on rough trails but also carries speed perfectly on technically less demanding trails. . And to give riders maximum choice, we will again offer the ONE-TWENTY in the ‘classic’ configuration of 120 mm rear/130 mm front travel or the slightly more XC-oriented ‘RC’ configuration of 100 mm rear/120 mm front travel, which also has a slightly steeper head angle and seat angle for improved climbing performance.

Features

Triple butted aluminium frame with race (RC) orientated geometry
100 mm FLOAT LINK activated rear wheel travel
120 mm fork travel
Lockout front and rear
Shimano double chainring drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes
29er wheels with fast rolling Maxxis Ikon tyres

Tech Specs

Remote lever: remote control included
Frame: ONE-TWENTY RC LITE, 100mm travel, material: aluminium, wheel size 29, standard 148x12mm axle, standard BB92 bottom bracket
Fork: SR Suntour XCR32 RL-R, air, 120 mm travel, tapered, remote lockout, fork offset 46 mm
Shock absorber: SR Suntour Edge TR LOR8, lockout
Brakes: Tektro M275, 2 pistons
Discs: Shimano RT10, 180 mm
Headset: FSA NO.47/50
Handlebar stem: MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, width 720 mm, rise 10 mm
Handlebar stem: MERIDA COMP CC, material: aluminium, diameter 31.8 mm, stem angle 7°, 70 mm
Grips: MERIDA COMP EC
Front derailleur: Shimano Alivio
Shifters: Shimano Alivio Shadow, SGS
Shifters: Shimano Alivio
Crankset: Shimano MT210-B2, 36-22 teeth, 170 mm-S, 175 mm-M up
Seatpost: MERIDA COMP CC, material: aluminium, diameter 30.9 mm, 0 mm backset
Seatpost clamp: MERIDA COMP QR
Saddle: MERIDA COMP SL: V-mount
Chain: KMC X10
Sprocket set: Shimano HG200, 11-36 teeth, 9-speed
Bottom Bracket: Shimano MT500-PA pressfit
Rims: MERIDA COMP CC, 20 mm inner width, material: aluminium
Hubs: Shimano MT400-B, front hub 110x15mm, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, rear hub 148x12mm, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Hubs: MERIDA COMP TR, including removable lever, 6 Allen keys
Spokes: Black Inox
Tyres: Maxxis Ikon, 29x2.2’, flush
Permissible total weight: 135 kg

Technologies

PROLITE 66 TRIPLE BUTTED ALUMINIUM
Our proven high-end aluminium (6066) is extremely light and strong. By using triple wall thicknesses and hydroforming technology, we can fine-tune the aluminium tubes to offer the best possible stiffness-to-weight ratio.

X-TAPER HEADTUBE
Our X-Tapered headtube offers space for mounting a tapered fork. Tapered forks offer exceptional stiffness and precision, and provide confidence-inspiring steering.

SMOOTH WELDING
Sometimes called ‘double pass welding’, a second pass on the weld gives the frame a clean, organic appearance. At first glance, you'll be convinced it's carbon.

INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING
Cables are routed through the frame, entering and exiting through smooth sockets. The bike has a clean appearance, while the cables are protected from moisture and dirt.

DOWN TUBE EXIT
Ensures that internally routed cables and wires cannot move freely and remain easily accessible for maintenance.

SMART ENTRY
Cables, housings and brake hoses are tightened under tension to prevent rattling when paths or roads become rough. All inlets are fully interchangeable to handle Di2, hydraulic hoses, brake cables and shifting cable housings, etc.

DI2 READY
Bikes/frames with the ‘Di2 Ready’ symbol are prepared for the installation of Di2 technology by mounting the battery in the seatpost or inside the fork.

FLOAT LINK REAR SUSPENSION
The lower shock mount moves with the system to provide sensitive response characteristics. Our engineers can precisely influence the gear ratio and progression, which means a ‘Float Link’ rear suspension system appears to offer more travel than the model name suggests.

NON-SLIP TIGHTENING
Selected bolts can be tightened on one side only, without the risk of the opposite side slipping or rotating, allowing for faster and more direct tightening of important hardware components.