Merida Matts Junior 24+ 2025 - Junior Bike

With a lightweight aluminium frame and child-friendly components, the Matts Junior 24+ offers an ideal combination of control and durability for junior cyclists. Its easy-to-use 8-speed Shimano gears and reliable hydraulic disc brakes make it a great choice for young adventurers tackling all sorts of terrain.
Key Features:
- Frame: Lightweight TFS 6061 aluminium, double butted
- Fork: Rigid aluminium for lighter weight and responsive handling
- Drivetrain: Shimano 8-speed with rapid-fire shifter
- Brakes: Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, 160mm/140mm rotors
- Wheels: 24” aluminium wheels with 2.35” wide tyres
- Other Standout Feature: Flip-flop stem allows for growth adjustments
- Available with 0%APR finance
Designed with young riders in mind, the Matts Junior 24+ minimises weight wherever possible, using child-focused components to keep it light yet durable. The simple 1x drivetrain and rapid-fire shifters make it easy for kids to switch gears confidently, while the hydraulic brakes add extra safety on descents.
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
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" |
Headset | FSA NO.10P Neck15 |
Stem | Merida CC; aluminium; 31.8mm diameter; 6 degree rise - Length - 60 mm |
Bars | Merida Expert JR; aluminium; 620mm wide; 0mm rise |
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 |
Brake Lever | Tektro M275 |
Rear Mech | Shimano RD-M302-8; SGS |
Shifters | Shimano SL-M315-8 |
Speed | 8 |
Rims | Merida Jr. 24+; aluminium |
Front Hub | KT-K68F; 100 x 9mm; 24 spoke |
Rear Hub | KT-K68R-8/9/10S; 135x9mm; 24 spoke |
Spokes | Black steel |
Front Tyre | K1153 24" x 2.35"; wire bead |
Rear Tyre | K1153 24" x 2.35" |
Seat Post | Merida Comp CC; 27.2mm diameter; 0mm layback; Aluminium |
Saddle | Merida Expert Jr. |
Chainset | Merida Expert JR; 28 tooth chainset; Aluminium; Crank length - 140mm |
Bottom Bracket | FSA TH-7420ST, 68-118 |
Chain | KMC Z8.3 |
Cassette | Sunrace CSM558AU; 11-32 teeth; 8 speed |
Pedals | Marwi SP-202 |
Junior Bike Size Chart
Approx. Age |
Height (cm) |
Type / Wheel Size |
1 - 4 |
77 – 105cm |
Balance |
2 - 4 |
85 – 105cm |
12" |
4 - 6 |
105 – 117cm |
14" |
5 - 7 |
112 – 125cm |
16” |
6 - 8 |
117 – 132cm |
18” |
7 - 10 |
125 – 136cm |
20” |
10+ |
136+cm |
24” |
Read our kids bike size guide for more information on kids bike sizing.
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Merida Matts Junior 24+ 2025 - Junior Bike
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