Years Made

2001 Merlin Fat Ti (01)

Bicycle Type Mountain bike, front suspension
MSRP USD (new)
$3,790.00
Weight Not Available
Sizes 13.5", 15", 16.25", 17.5", 18.75", 20", 21.5"
Colors Signature Satin Finish
Item ID 91189


Frame & Fork

Frame Construction TIG-welded
Frame Material MTS size-specific 3AL/2.5V tubing
Fork Headshok Fatty Ultra DL, 2.0" travel
Fork Materal Aluminum, unicrown crown
Rear Shock Not applicable

Components

Component Group Shimano Deore XT
Brakeset Shimano Deore XT V-brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers
Shift Levers Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front Derailleur Shimano Deore XT, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0mm
Rear Derailleur Shimano Deore XT SGS
Crankset Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/44 teeth
Pedals Not included
Bottom Bracket Shimano BB-ES70, 113mm spindle
BB Shell Width 68mm English
Rear Cogs 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain Shimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32"
Seatpost Thomson Elite, 27.2mm diameter
Saddle Selle Italia Flite
Handlebar Extensions Not included
Handlebars Kore Lite Bar 1
Handlebar Stem Cannondale HeadShok SI
Headset Cannondale oversize Cannondale HeadShok SI

Wheels

Wheel Size 26" wheels
Hubs Shimano Deore XT
Rims Mavic X517, 32-hole
Front Tire 26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Alligator
Rear Tire Not Available
Spoke Brand Wheelsmith stainless steel, 1.8mm double-butted
Spoke Nipples Alloy nipples
Not Available
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Bicycle Condition

Private-Party Value

Trade-In Value

Excellent

$420

$300

Very Good

$365

$254

Good

$319

$219

Fair

$265

$156

Poor

$172

$93


Bicycle Condition Guide

The bicycle looks new and is in like-new mechanical condition. The frame & fork have no visible or detectable blemishes or damage. All components, parts, and accessories are clean and free of any visible & detectable blemishes or damage. No service is required on any component, part, or accessory. Tires and grips/handlebar tape are original spec and in pristine condition.
The bicycle looks good, may have minimal cosmetic (only) blemishes on the frame, fork, components, parts and/or accessories. The bicycle may require minimal service adjustments without the need of replacing any parts. The suspension (if applicable) and braking surfaces are clean with some signs of usage yet free from grooves & pitting. The tires, grips/handlebar tape, and brake pads may show signs of usage yet have a majority of their life remaining.
The frame or fork or components or accessories have cosmetic blemishes. The frame (if metal) may have minor, aesthetic dings. Paint is faded slightly and/or slightly discolored and scratched. Bicycle is free of major mechanical issues but may require some service, a tune up is recommended. Some parts may require replacing, not to include front or rear shocks, wheels, shifters, front or rear derailleurs, braking systems, crank set or chainrings. Items that may need to be replaced include: tires, tubes, grips/handlebar tape, brake pads, brake hoods, chain & cassette, brake cables, gear cables, any/all housing, brake fluid and shock oil. Braking surfaces may have minor grooves or discoloration. Suspension and brakes may need to be serviced.
The frame or fork or components or accessories have cosmetic blemishes. The frame (if metal) has minor, aesthetic dings. Paint is faded slightly and/or slightly discolored and scratched. The bicycle has some mechanical issues and a tune up is necessary. An overhaul is recommended. Multiple parts need to be replaced. Suspension and brakes need to be serviced.
The frame or fork or components or accessories have many cosmetic blemishes. The frame (if metal) has numerous aesthetic dings. Paint is faded slightly and/or slightly discolored and scratched. The bicycle has mechanical issues and a tune up is necessary. An overhaul is recommended. Multiple parts need to be replaced. Suspension and brakes need to be serviced. This bike could also be used for salvage.