Merida eONE-FORTY 500 2021
2021 E-bike
Estimate price |
5,888$
Weight | 23.25 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 133mm -
Fork Marzocchi Bomber Z2
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Groupset Deore, Shimano -
Suspension Full -
Motor Shimano 250W 85Nm mid-drive -
Battery Shimano E8036 630Wh / E8035 504Wh S -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
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, max. 630 Wh
Suspension Fork
Marzocchi Z2 eMTB+, Air, 140mm suspension travel, Tapered, 51mm fork offset, 29x2.6" max wheelsize
Rear Shock
SUNTOUR RS-EDGE-TR-LO-R8-M6, lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RDM5100 11
Shift Levers
Shimano SL -MT500-IL / Shimano Deore M5100 11
Cassette
Shimano M5100, 11-51 teeth, 11 speed
Crank
Shimano CRE70-B, 34 teeth, Shimano FCEM600
Bottom Bracket
included
Chain
HG601-11
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)
Tires
MAXXIS REKON, 29x2.4", wire, DUAL
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M4100, 4 piston
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT30 / Shimano RTEM300, 203 mm
Cockpit
Stem
MERIDA EXPERT eTRII, material: aluminium, 35mm diameter, 0° stem angle, GoPro & Supernova mount, 50 mm all sizes
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT eTR, 780mm width, 20mm rise
Headset
MERIDA-8152
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA COMP CC, V-mount
Seatpost
MERIDA COMP TR, 30.9mm diameter, 0mm setback, S 100mm travel seatpost - M/L 125mm travel seatpost - XL/XXL 150mm travel seatpost
Motor & Battery
Motor
Shimano EP8, 85Nm
Battery
Shimano E8036 630Wh / E8035 504Wh S
Remote
Shimano SC-E5003
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm |
| Front Center | 722 mm | 744 mm | 766 mm | 788 mm | 810 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm | 49 mm | 48 mm |
| Trail | 103 mm | 103 mm | 103 mm | 101 mm | 102 mm |
| Stack | 627 mm | 632 mm | 636 mm | 640 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 415 mm | 435 mm | 455 mm | 474 mm | 494 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 586 mm | 608 mm | 629 mm | 650 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 405 mm | 415 mm | 430 mm | 450 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1165 mm | 1187 mm | 1209 mm | 1231 mm | 1253 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Standover Height | 734 mm | 735 mm | 732 mm | 738 mm | 752 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
eONE-FORTY 500 completes the Merida E Eone Forty model. There are 32 e-bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Merida E Eone Forty e-bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Merida eONE-FORTY EQ 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 4273$. Merida eONE-FORTY 8000 2021 on the other hand costs 7177$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Trail e-bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail e-bike you should know that the average price is 3365$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal e-bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 5352$. If we compare this with the average Trail e-bike cost we notice that the price is 59.05% more expensive.
Trail e-bikes average weight
Trail e-bikes weigh an average of 23.7 kg (52.25 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
slightly lighter than average, eONE-FORTY 500 has a weight of 23.25 kg (51.26 lbs). To sum up, it’s 1.94% lighter than the average weight of Trail e-bikes.
eONE-FORTY 500 components
Fork
Merida eONE-FORTY 500 2021 e-bike is equipped with the Marzocchi Bomber Z2 fork, and has 140mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
Merida eONE-FORTY 500 e-bike has the SUNTOUR RS-EDGE-TR-LO-R8-M6 model installed, and has a travel of 133mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the eONE-FORTY 500 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Merida eONE-FORTY 500 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.