{"product_id":"meroca-ss02-5-link-air-suspension-stem-20mm-travel-31-8mm-clamp-28-6mm-steerer-alloy-mtb-gravel-shock-absorber","title":"MEROCA SS02 5-Link Air Suspension Stem, 20mm Travel, 31.8mm Clamp, 28.6mm Steerer, Alloy MTB\/Gravel Shock Absorber","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"detailmodule_image\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eTame rough terrain and long gravel grinds with the \u003cstrong\u003eMEROCA SS02 5-Link Air Suspension Stem\u003c\/strong\u003e. Building on a four-link foundation, this innovative design adds an extra pneumatic strut link for ultra-smooth compression and rebound. With 20mm of vertical travel, titanium-alloy pivot shafts, and interchangeable air springs (160N \/ 190N), it filters high-frequency vibration while maintaining rock-solid steering stability—even under hard braking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003e5-Link Pneumatic Design\u003c\/strong\u003e – Adds an upper link to the 4-link base, integrating an air strut for lubricated, fluid compression\/rebound motion.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eTitanium Alloy Pivot Shafts\u003c\/strong\u003e – Four rotating axes use Ti-alloy for superior strength-to-weight ratio; lighter and more durable than steel.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003e20mm Suspension Travel\u003c\/strong\u003e – Vertical shock absorption smooths potholes, roots, and washboard without altering rider posture.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eInterchangeable Air Springs\u003c\/strong\u003e – Includes soft (160N) and firm (190N) air struts to match rider weight and terrain; easy swap for custom tune.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eForged Aluminum Body\u003c\/strong\u003e – High-strength alloy construction withstands high-impact MTB\/gravel abuse; rigid where it matters.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eStable Braking Geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e – Up\/down damping keeps steering angle consistent under hard braking—no nose-dive, more safety.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eDual Colorways\u003c\/strong\u003e – Black \/ Silver finish to complement your cockpit aesthetic.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hyc-common-markdown__table-wrapper\" data-has-scroll=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hyc-common-markdown__table-actions-sticky\" id=\"tableActionsPanel\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eMEROCA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eModel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eSS02\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eType\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e5-Link Air Suspension Stem\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eForged Aluminum Alloy + Titanium Pivot Shafts\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eTravel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e20mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eLength\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e90mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eRise\/Height\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e45mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eBar Clamp\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e31.8mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eSteerer Clamp\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e28.6mm (1-1\/8\")\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eSpring Rate\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e160N \/ 190N (Interchangeable Air Struts)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e398g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eColors\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eBlack \/ Silver\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003eMTB, Gravel, XC, Trail, Enduro Light\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose MEROCA SS02?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVibration Eraser\u003c\/strong\u003e – High-frequency chatter from washboard and gravel vanishes; hands and wrists stay fresh on long days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTuned To You\u003c\/strong\u003e – Swap between 160N (lighter riders\/smooth trails) and 190N (heavier riders\/aggressive terrain) in seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrake-Safe\u003c\/strong\u003e – Unlike traditional suspension stems that dive, the 5-link keeps your bar angle steady under braking loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Build\u003c\/strong\u003e – Titanium pivots + forged alloy deliver pro-level rigidity and low weight (398g) for a suspending stem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Tuning Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e⚠️ Verify fork steerer = \u003cstrong\u003e28.6mm\u003c\/strong\u003e and handlebar = \u003cstrong\u003e31.8mm\u003c\/strong\u003e before ordering.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e⚠️ Torque bolts per manufacturer spec (typically 4-6Nm on clamp, 5-7Nm on faceplate).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e⚠️ Start with 160N strut for most riders; upgrade to 190N if bottom-out occurs on drops or heavy landings.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e⚠️ Air strut pressure can be fine-tuned via valve; check sag (~20-25% of travel under static load).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e⚠️ Regular cleaning of linkage pivots recommended for longevity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ybc-p\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × MEROCA SS02 Suspension Stem (selected color)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 160N Air Strut (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 190N Air Strut (spare)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceplate \u0026amp; Mounting Hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(Handlebar\/fork not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"detailmodule_image\"\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/S50fc5abe67d541e49fb33269a3451ac7d.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/S484570394b4845a1a922e9d697df63267.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/S555218fcd0464790b2fc30df989ff865g.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/S66a5c4520a8741c8aeea71c82eb74ac1S.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/S2dcc42d1049440d18da66d7f956b9cc4a.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/Sc3439df996e0488eb4553c9bcbcbcccbr.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/Sf9f468da08e24c63a497692d9fda036bB.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/Seebb9a4eef62406d877533308a8db2cdS.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/Sdd4a0c988e864e0a923a1cce47530fe5g.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/S1097bafb08ef4365b4abb06c3ddc02bb5.jpg\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"detailmodule_image\"\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/Sc605f7bb7b744fd086a534bf0640ae21h.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/S2a8e4a2ea9be4012915e80ea445af00d7.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/Saed79a77c672437a92965d58e58adae66.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/Se84965436d4d4fd892e7764d5166c2a1u.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/S2917900a9d784e3bbd0c87de4659ef2cp.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/S5329f2f345084064b2dec33e1a33a021B.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/S90aac56e98dc490cb3c294380c787a32C.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/S616a624104db4a6481232cfcfcebb16aL.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"detail-desc-decorate-image\" src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/Sdf64a2b4c2294cacb9dbc5344e4e2e17m.jpg\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MEROCA ONLINE STORE","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":50760219033892,"sku":"SS02 Stem Black","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":50760219066660,"sku":"SS02 Stem Silver","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/3687\/0948\/files\/2025062418133357657cb655pco3q7brvigj0l46qghs3.png175076003607353600706.png?v=1750760636","url":"https:\/\/meroca-bike.com\/products\/meroca-ss02-5-link-air-suspension-stem-20mm-travel-31-8mm-clamp-28-6mm-steerer-alloy-mtb-gravel-shock-absorber","provider":"MEROCA ONLINE STORE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}