Merida eSPRESSO CITY 700 EQ 2020
2020 E-bike
Estimate price |
4,015$
Weight | 25.79 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 Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Shimano 250W 60Nm mid-drive -
Battery Shimano E8010, 504Wh -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
eSPRESSO CITY LITE HG, material: aluminium, 700C wheelsize, 142x12mm axle standard, external, max. 504 Wh, hub-gear dropout
Suspension Fork
Suntour NEX E25, Coil, 63mm suspension travel
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano SW-E6010-R
Cassette
Shimano CS-C7000, 27 teeth, 1 speed
Crank
Shimano CRE61, 38 teeth, Shimano FC-E6100
Bottom Bracket
included
Chain
KMC Z1eHX
Wheels
Rims
MERIDA COMP TK, 20mm inner width, material: aluminium
Tires
Continental Contact Plus
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT-401-3A
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT30
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 E6100, 60Nm
Battery
Shimano E8010, 504Wh
Remote
Shimano SC-E6100
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.68 mm | 1.7 mm | 1.7 mm |
| Front Center | 662 mm | 672 mm | 682 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 47 mm |
| Trail | 78 mm | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Stack | 661 mm | 675 mm | 692 mm |
| Reach | 393 mm | 397 mm | 407 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 589 mm | 604 mm | 619 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 450 mm | 490 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 170 mm | 185 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 489 mm | 489 mm | 489 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1142 mm | 1152 mm | 1162 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
eSPRESSO CITY 700 EQ belongs to the Merida E Espresso model. 185 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
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
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.
Hybrid e-bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Hybrid e-bike you should know that the average price is 2480$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3649$. Comparing the average cost of a Hybrid e-bike to this one, you will see that eSPRESSO CITY 700 EQ price is 47.14% higher.
Hybrid e-bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Hybrid e-bike is 23.79 kg (52.45 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
eSPRESSO CITY 700 EQ weighs 25.79 kg (56.86 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In short, the average Hybrid e-bike weight is 8.41% lower than this one.
eSPRESSO CITY 700 EQ components
Fork
The eSPRESSO CITY 700 EQ comes factory-installed with the SunTour NEX fork. This has a travel range of 63mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Merida eSPRESSO CITY 700 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The eSPRESSO CITY 700 EQ has 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
This e-bike is available in 3 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.