Merida eSPRESSO L 400 EQ 2020
2020 E-bike
Estimate price |
3,680$
Weight | 24.39 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Deore, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Shimano 250W 40Nm mid-drive -
Battery Shimano E8035, 504Wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
160cm - 172cm
MD
166cm - 179cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
eSPRESSO L LITE II, material: aluminium, 700C wheelsize, 142x12mm axle standard, intube, max. 504 Wh
Suspension Fork
Suntour NEX E25, Coil, 63mm suspension travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore Shadow+
Front Derailleur
no
Shift Levers
no / Shimano Deore
Cassette
Shimano HG500, 11-42 teeth, 10 speed
Crank
Shimano CRE50, 38 teeth
Bottom Bracket
included
Chain
KMC e10S
Wheels
Front Hub
MERIDA COMP TR
Rear Hub
MERIDA COMP TR
Rims
MERIDA COMP TK, 20mm inner width, material: aluminium
Tires
Continental Contact Cruiser
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT-200
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT30 / Shimano RTEM300
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT TK, material: aluminium, 660mm width, 15mm rise
Headset
MERIDA 2346 Neck
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA EXPERT TK, V-mount
Seatpost
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, 34.9mm diameter, 0mm setback
Motor & Battery
Motor
Shimano E5000, 40Nm
Battery
Shimano E8035, 504Wh
Remote
Shimano SC-E6100
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.58 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.6 mm |
| Front Center | 645 mm | 649 mm | 660 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 76 mm | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Stack | 622 mm | 633 mm | 647.5 mm |
| Reach | 393 mm | 399 mm | 405 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 561 mm | 576 mm | 586 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 430 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 140 mm | 155 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 474 mm | 474 mm | 474 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1110 mm | 1114 mm | 1125 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 586 mm | 580 mm | 580 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 160 cm | 166 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm |
Model Overview
eSPRESSO L 400 EQ is a Merida E Espresso model. Merida launched 185 e-bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Merida E Espresso e-bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Merida eSPRESSO 200 SE 2020 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 2433$. Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 4014$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Hybrid e-bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Hybrid e-bike is 2480$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Merida released this model in 2020, its price was 3345$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 34.88% higher than the price of the average Hybrid e-bike.
Average weight for Hybrid e-bikes
Hybrid e-bikes weigh an average of 23.79 kg (52.45 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
eSPRESSO L 400 EQ weighs 24.39 kg (53.77 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 2.52% heavier than the average Hybrid e-bike.
eSPRESSO L 400 EQ components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour NEX model. The travel on this model is 63mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Merida eSPRESSO L 400 EQ 2020, has a 700c aluminum model. 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The eSPRESSO L 400 EQ comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This e-bike is available in 3 sizes. They vary from 151 cm – 179 cm (4.95 ft – 5.87 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.