Merida eSPRESSO 300 SE EQ 2021
2021 E-bike
Estimate price |
3,145$
Weight | 22.19 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
-
-
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
-
Groupset Altus, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Shimano 250W 40Nm mid-drive -
Battery Shimano E8014, 418Wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
eSPRESSO LITE, material: aluminium, 700C wheelsize, 142x12mm axle standard, external, max. 504 Wh
Suspension Fork
Suntour NEX-PM-DS, Coil, 63mm suspension travel, 700x48C max wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus M2000, SGS
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus rapidfire
Cassette
Shimano HG400, 11-36 teeth, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano CRE50, 38 teeth, Shimano FC-E5010
Bottom Bracket
BSA, threaded
Chain
KMC e9S
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano TX505 / Shimano MT400, 100x9mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, 142x12mm width rear hub, 36 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano TX505 / Shimano MT400, 100x9mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, 142x12mm width rear hub, 36 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA COMP TK, 20mm inner width, material: aluminium
Tires
Continental Ride Tour, 622x42", reflective stripe
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT-200, 2 piston
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT10, 180 mm, 160 mm
Cockpit
Stem
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, 31.8mm diameter, 17° stem angle, 80 mm-XS/S, 90 mm-M, 100 mm-L, 110 mm-XL
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT TK, material: aluminium, 660mm width, 15mm rise
Headset
MERIDA 2346 Neck
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA EXPERT TK, V-mount
Seatpost
MERIDA EXPERT, material: aluminium, 30.9mm diameter, 15mm setback
Motor & Battery
Motor
Shimano E5000, 40Nm
Battery
Shimano E8014, 418Wh
Remote
Shimano SC-E5000
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.64 mm | 1.64 mm | 1.65 mm | 1.68 mm | 1.7 mm |
| Front Center | 635 mm | 639 mm | 650 | 658 mm | 679 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 75 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Stack | 623 mm | 634 mm | 649 mm | 670 mm | 698 mm |
| Reach | 381 mm | 387 mm | 393 mm | 400 mm | 411 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 561 mm | 576 mm | 586 mm | 606 mm | 626 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 430 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm | 550 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 140 mm | 155 mm | 175 mm | 205 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 471 mm | 471 mm | 471 mm | 471 mm | 471 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1097 mm | 1101 mm | 1112 mm | 1120 mm | 1141 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 719 mm | 753 mm | 788 mm | 823 mm | 860 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
eSPRESSO 300 SE EQ completes the Merida E Espresso model. Merida launched 185 e-bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Merida eSPRESSO L 300 SE EQ 504Wh 2021 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 2483$. Merida eSPRESSO CITY 700 EQ 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 4197$.
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 Hybrid e-bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Hybrid e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2480$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Hybrid e-bike. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 2859$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 15.28% more expensive than the price of the average Hybrid e-bike.
Hybrid e-bikes average weight
Hybrid e-bikes have an average weight of 23.79 kg (52.45 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
eSPRESSO 300 SE EQ weighs 22.19 kg (48.92 lbs) and is a bit lighter than the average. To sum up, it’s 7.21% lighter than the average weight of Hybrid e-bikes.
eSPRESSO 300 SE EQ components
Fork
Merida eSPRESSO 300 SE EQ 2021 e-bike is equipped with the SunTour NEX fork, and has 63mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on eSPRESSO 300 SE EQ are the 700c aluminum type. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Merida eSPRESSO 300 SE EQ has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This e-bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.