Merida eSPRESSO CITY 300 EQ 2020
2020 E-bike
Estimate price |
3,145$
Weight | 24.36 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 Altus, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Shimano 250W 40Nm mid-drive -
Battery Shimano E8010, 504Wh -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
159cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
171cm - 184cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
eSPRESSO CITY LITE, material: aluminium, 700C wheelsize, 142x12mm axle standard, external, max. 504 Wh
Suspension Fork
Suntour NEX-PM-DS, Coil, 63mm suspension travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus RDM2000
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus rapidfire
Cassette
Shimano HG400, 12-36 teeth, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano CRE50, 38 teeth, Shimano FC-E5010
Bottom Bracket
included
Chain
KMC e9S
Wheels
Front Hub
MERIDA COMP TR
Rear Hub
MERIDA COMP TR
Rims
MERIDA COMP TK, 20mm inner width, material: aluminium
Tires
Continental Contact Plus
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT-200
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT10
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT TK, material: aluminium, 640mm width, 35mm rise
Headset
MERIDA 2346 Neck
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA EXPERT TK, V-mount
Seatpost
MERIDA EXPERT TK, 30.9mm diameter, 15mm setback, 40mm seatpost suspension travel
Motor & Battery
Motor
Shimano E5000, 40Nm
Battery
Shimano E8010, 504Wh
Remote
Shimano SC-E6100
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.68 mm | 1.68 mm | 1.7 mm | 1.7 mm |
| Front Center | 659 mm | 662 mm | 672 mm | 682 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 47 mm |
| Trail | 81 mm | 78 mm | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Stack | 649 mm | 660 mm | 674 mm | 691 mm |
| Reach | 387 mm | 392 mm | 396 mm | 406 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 573 mm | 588 mm | 603 mm | 618 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 415 mm | 450 mm | 490 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 160 mm | 170 mm | 185 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 488 mm | 488 mm | 488 mm | 488 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1138 mm | 1141 mm | 1151 mm | 1161 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 376 mm | 377 mm | 377 mm | 378 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 159 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
About this model
eSPRESSO CITY 300 EQ belongs to the 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
The most economical model, the Merida eSPRESSO 200 SE 2020 has a starting price of 2433$. Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4014$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
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$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This e-bike was released in 2020 and its price was 2859$. If we compare this with the average Hybrid e-bike cost we notice that the price is 15.28% higher.
Average weight for Hybrid e-bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Hybrid e-bike is 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.
With a weight of 24.36 kg (53.7 lbs), Merida e-bike is slightly heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Hybrid e-bike weighs 2.4% less than eSPRESSO CITY 300 EQ.
Overview of components
Fork
The eSPRESSO CITY 300 EQ comes factory-installed with the SunTour NEX fork. This has a travel range of 63mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Merida eSPRESSO CITY 300 EQ 2020, has a 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Merida eSPRESSO CITY 300 EQ is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Merida eSPRESSO CITY 300 EQ e-bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.