Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 133mm -
Fork Suntour XCR Air
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Groupset Deore, Shimano -
Suspension Full -
Motor Shimano 250W 85Nm mid-drive -
Battery Simplo Internal Battery, 750Wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
eONE-FORTY LITE III, material: aluminium, 133mm suspension travel, 27.5x2.8" max. wheelsize, 148x12mm axle standard, intube
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCR34 LOR DS, Air Boost, 140mm, Tapered, 51mm fork offset, 29x2.4" max wheelsize
Rear Shock
SR Suntour EDGE, lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M5120, SGS
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M4100
Cassette
Shimano M4100, 11-46 teeth, 10 speed
Crank
Shimano CRE70-B, 34 teeth
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
KMC e10s
Pedals
VP VPE-537
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT400-B, 110x15mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, 148x12mm width rear hub, 36 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano MT400-B, 110x15mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, 148x12mm width rear hub, 36 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA COMP TR, 29mm inner width, material: aluminium, Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included)
Spokes
Black stainless
Tires
Maxxis Rekon, 29x2.4", wire, DUAL
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M745, 4 piston
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT eTR, 780mm width, 20mm rise
Headset
MERIDA 8152
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA EXPERT CC, V-mount
Seatpost
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, 34.9mm diameter, 0mm setback
Motor & Battery
Motor
Shimano EP8, 85Nm
Battery
Simplo Internal Battery, 750Wh
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Front Center | 744 mm | 766 mm | 788 mm | 810 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 47 mm | 49 mm | 48 mm |
| Trail | 112 mm | 112 mm | 109 mm | 110 mm |
| Stack | 625 mm | 629 mm | 633 mm | 638 mm |
| Reach | 428 mm | 448 mm | 467 mm | 487 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 579 mm | 601 mm | 622 mm | 643 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 415 mm | 430 mm | 450 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1180 mm | 1202 mm | 1224 mm | 1246 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Standover Height | 728 mm | 725 mm | 731 mm | 745 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
eONE-FORTY 475 EQ belongs to the Merida E Eone Forty model. Merida launched 32 e-bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Merida E Eone Forty e-bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Merida eONE-FORTY 400 2023 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 5048$. On the other hand, Merida eONE-FORTY 700 2023, is the most expensive and costs 6873$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Trail e-bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail e-bike you should know that the average price is 3365$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail e-bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Overview of components
Fork
The eONE-FORTY 475 EQ comes factory-installed with the Suntour XCR Air fork. This has a travel range of 140mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this e-bike has the SR Suntour EDGE model, with a travel of 133mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Merida eONE-FORTY 475 EQ 2023, has a 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your e-bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.