2019 Merida eBIG.NINE vs 2020 Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ
The XL is the Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ size closest to your XL Merida eBIG.NINE. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ
Compared with the Merida eBIG.NINE in XL, the Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ in XL places the top of the head tube 9 mm lower and 15 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 38 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −10 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +15 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +38 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +7 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida eBIG.NINE, XLMerida eBIG.TOUR EQ, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eBIG.NINE XL | Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 437 | 452 | +15 mm |
| Stack | 652 | 642.5 | −10 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.5 | 68 | −1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 74.5 | +1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 630 | 630 | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 458 | 465 | +7 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1164 | 1202 | +38 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 62.5 | −3 mm |
| Standover | 819 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 530 | 530 | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 511 | 506 | −5 mm |
| Head tube length | 135 | 140 | +5 mm |
Differences are the Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ minus the Merida eBIG.NINE. Full charts: 2019 Merida eBIG.NINE, 2020 Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eBIG.NINEMerida eBIG.TOUR EQ
Each bike is ranked against the other XC bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Merida eBIG.NINE500 | Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ400 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eBIG.NINE LITE | Merida eBIG.TOUR LITE II |
| Fork | SR Suntour Raidon 32 LO-R | SR Suntour XCR34 LOR |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore Shadow+ | Shimano Deore Shadow+ |
| Cassette | Shimano HG500 | Shimano HG500 |
| Chain | KMC e10 Sport EPT | CNHG54 |
| Crankset | Shimano E8000 | Shimano FC-E8000 |
| Motor | Shimano E-7000 | Shimano E-7000 |
| Battery | Shimano E8010 | Shimano E8035 |
| Tire | Maxxis Forekaster | Maxxis Ikon |
| Hub | Shimano MT400-B | Shimano MT400-B |
| Rim | Merida COMP CC | Merida COMP CC |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | Shimano MT200 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT CC | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CC | Merida EXPERT CT |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT EC | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Headset | Merida 2341 Neck | not listed |
| Saddle | Merida COMP CC | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano Deore |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida EXPERT CC |
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