26er conversion to 27

[ianvo]

I have a Merida 99 26er. Can I convert it to a 27.5 er?

[gpcar]

Yes you can, but it all depends on the amount of clearance space you have on the frame and fork. Usual case is that the frame will be correct but the fork wont be, so you might need to purchase a new fork.  

[ianvo]

Yes you can, but it all depends on the amount of clearance space you have on the frame and fork. Usual case is that the frame will be correct but the fork wont be, so you might need to purchase a new fork.  

How do I send u a pic of the bike so u can check for me

[ianvo]

how do I get a pic of my bike to u so u can have a look for me?

[gpcar]

Its more measurements than photos. Safest bet is to take it to your LBS and they can fit a 27.5 inch wheel and see if it fits...

[ianvo]

Its more measurements than photos. Safest bet is to take it to your LBS and they can fit a 27.5 inch wheel and see if it fits...

 

Its more measurements than photos. Safest bet is to take it to your LBS and they can fit a 27.5 inch wheel and see if it fits...

much apprecaited.......will do.......i see your point about the frame being ok but my front shock might be an issue...its a fox

[ianvo]

much apprecaited.......will do.......i see your point about the frame being ok but my front shock might be an issue...its a fox

[seven]

The Fox 26" fork should fit 27.5, RS doesn't.

The Merida should be fine at the back.

 

Have a look at this (page 2): https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/131718-26-to-650b-275/page-2

[Eugene]

much apprecaited.......will do.......i see your point about the frame being ok but my front shock might be an issue...its a fox

Actually Fox is one of the few brands that do work.

 

I've also heard that most Merida models would also work. To be on the safe side, find someone who can lend you a set or go to a bike shop to check it out.

 

I fitted 27.5 to my Scott and I am restricted to running 2.1 tyres at the rear.

[PhilipV]

I went through that exercise with my Merida hardtail. It worked with skinny 2.1 tyres. But I won't call it an upgrade. In fact I rebuily this frame over the weekend as a Singlespeed. But it's a 26er again. I'm not going to throw money in the water for bigger wheels. I'll rather roll it as a 26er with proper rubber.

[lechatnoir]

I went through that exercise with my Merida hardtail. It worked with skinny 2.1 tyres. But I won't call it an upgrade. In fact I rebuily this frame over the weekend as a Singlespeed. But it's a 26er again. I'm not going to throw money in the water for bigger wheels. I'll rather roll it as a 26er with proper rubber.

 

Yup, if the wheel diameters are the same for 26" vs 27.5 with skinny rubber, I'm opting for the bigger volume tyres every time - grip, and the 'pneumatic' effect are two very good reasons