Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset XT, FSA -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Bosch 250W 75Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerPack 500Wh -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.NINE E-LITE
Suspension Fork
ROCK SHOX REBA RL 29 100 REMOTE LOCKOUT, onelock
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT-11 [GS]
Shift Levers
Shimano XT rapidfire plus 11 I-Spec
Cassette
CS-M8000-11 11-42
Crank
FSA CK-745 CW/IS
Chain
x11e EPT
Wheels
Front Hub
Deore XT HB-M8010 / Deore XT FH-M8000
Rear Hub
Deore XT HB-M8010 / Deore XT FH-M8000
Rims
533d
Spokes
INDUSTRY BLACK
Tires
Crossmark 29 2.1 fold 120TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX 180
Brake Levers
BL-M675
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA Pro 700 flat
Headset
BC pro Neck
Seat
Saddle
Prologo Kappa 2
Seatpost
MERIDA pro H SB0 27.2
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance Line CX
Battery
Bosch PowerPack 500Wh
Remote
Bosch Intuvia
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.68 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.48 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 633 mm | 653 mm | 668 mm | 690 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 47 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 87 mm | 87 mm | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Stack | 625 mm | 625 mm | 627 mm | 637 mm |
| Reach | 373 mm | 393 mm | 412 mm | 431 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 597 mm | 617 mm | 639 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 445 mm | 483 mm | 532 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 467 mm | 467 mm | 467 mm | 467 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1092 mm | 1112 mm | 1127 mm | 1149 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 697 mm | 755 mm | 787 mm | 828 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
BIG.NINE E-LITE 950 is a Merida E Bignine model. Merida launched 5 e-bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2017, by clicking on this link.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Crosscountry e-bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry e-bike is 2453$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Overview of components
Fork
Merida BIG.NINE E-LITE 950 2017 e-bike is equipped with the RockShox Reba fork, and has 100mm 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
When leaving the production line, the BIG.NINE E-LITE 950 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Merida BIG.NINE E-LITE 950 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.