what make and model?

[Wiciman]

Anyone got a clue? 26” Mtb with disc brake mounts.

 

[Wiciman]

Serial a bit difficult to read due to re-spray but likely:

AFA0200848

alt

AFA0200348

 

[sam_white]

Nope no idea. I've not seen an AFA frame number before. Probably from 2002 though.

 

[W7Ford]

The dropout detail and use of a number 25 hanger, along with the guide for the rear mech cable, and squarer chainstay look very similar to a 2004 carrera fury. It's not one of those because they didnt have v-brake bosses, but it might be a starting point. Perhaps another carrera in the range (kraken etc), or something by whoever built the frames at that point, could be merida?

 

[Wiciman]

The dropout detail and use of a number 25 hanger, along with the guide for the rear mech cable, and squarer chainstay look very similar to a 2004 carrera fury. It's not one of those because they didnt have v-brake bosses, but it might be a starting point. Perhaps another carrera in the range (kraken etc), or something by whoever built the frames at that point, could be merida?

View attachment 999239

Interesting! that drop out looks quite similar indeed!

 

[W7Ford]

This is the whole frame, and there's a number of things that dont match, the reinforcing gusset where the downtube meets the headtube isnt the same, yours has a relief cut out, but cable routing looks to be the same. Ignore the colour, it was originally yellow/black/grey, and i rattle canned it white at the time. I'm pretty sure Merida did manufacture them for a while around that period, and there was always rumour that they had used some old Kona designs, but a good chance that was just Halfords pushing their staff to try to sell more bikes through whatever dubious story they could.

 

[novocaine]

same dropout used on barracuda's from 2000ish.



thread here about serial numbers for barracuda which yours sort of fits.

Thread 'Barracuda (UK) Frame/Serial Numbers'

Nov 20, 2024

I need some help. Probably professional help, but I digress.

Having been riding this bike for 20 years, I've been a lot more proactive the last 9 months trying to figure out what it is from the frame number - AM9612130
https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/identify-unknown-dbr.104694/

I have figured out that is is possibly a Barracuda. A 'BSO', not the original American company (they're well supported over at the Barracuda forum)
https://www.barracudabicycles.com/wp/forums/

The frame number suggests that the frame is from 1996, which is when the original Barracuda company...

• sam_white
• Replies: 12
• Forum: Retro MTB Chat

normally AM and on the seat tube.

agree with previous, carrera or baracuda or brand X would fit the bill.

 

[novocaine]

oh, also, Merlin was using them too on the Malt.

 

[Wiciman]

same dropout used on barracuda's from 2000ish.

View attachment 999249

thread here about serial numbers for barracuda which yours sort of fits.

Thread 'Barracuda (UK) Frame/Serial Numbers'

Nov 20, 2024

I need some help. Probably professional help, but I digress.

Having been riding this bike for 20 years, I've been a lot more proactive the last 9 months trying to figure out what it is from the frame number - AM9612130
https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/identify-unknown-dbr.104694/

I have figured out that is is possibly a Barracuda. A 'BSO', not the original American company (they're well supported over at the Barracuda forum)
https://www.barracudabicycles.com/wp/forums/

The frame number suggests that the frame is from 1996, which is when the original Barracuda company...

• sam_white
• Replies: 12
• Forum: Retro MTB Chat

normally AM and on the seat tube.

agree with previous, carrera or baracuda or brand X would fit the bill.

apart from the downtube reinforcement gusset (with hole in it) it seems identical!

 

[novocaine]

Malt 2 apparently. picture taken from here.

Withdrawn Thread '2 frames - Merlin malt 2 + Trek Fuel 90 SLR'

Jun 21, 2025

i have a trek fuel 90 slr model 17.5 inch frame in good condition its only had light use with no damage or dents , Disc brake or v brake compatible , BB is ok , i just dont have a suitable rear shock for it at the moment hence price , its just been gathering dust so needs a new home now , im only wanting £20 for the frame + £15 postage via parcelforce , uk only paypal f+f or goods option , post or send me a pm for any more info thanks

also have a merlin malt 2 with the slx gear set £70 + £15 postage ,
( can sell the gears set separate if needed £35 )

• andybikes
• Replies: 4
• Forum: For Sale 1998 -->

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I remember it from a jump frame they made that looked like the above subway but wasn't as geometrically nice.