2020 Merida eBIG.NINE SE EQ vs 2020 Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ
The XL is the Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ size closest to your XL Merida eBIG.NINE SE EQ. 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 SE EQ 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 SE EQ, XLMerida eBIG.TOUR EQ, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eBIG.NINE SE EQ 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 SE EQ. Full charts: 2020 Merida eBIG.NINE SE EQ, 2020 Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eBIG.NINE SE EQMerida 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.NINE SE EQ300 SE EQ | Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ400 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eBIG.NINE LITE | Merida eBIG.TOUR LITE II |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCM32 LOR | SR Suntour XCR34 LOR |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore | Shimano Deore |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore Shadow+ | Shimano Deore Shadow+ |
| Cassette | Shimano HG500 | Shimano HG500 |
| Chain | CNHG54 | CNHG54 |
| Crankset | Shimano FC-E8000 | Shimano FC-E8000 |
| Motor | Shimano E-7000 | Shimano E-7000 |
| Battery | Shimano E8010 | Shimano E8035 |
| Tire | Continental Double Fighter III | Maxxis Ikon |
| Hub | Shimano MT400-B | Shimano MT400-B |
| Rim | Merida COMP CC | Merida COMP CC |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT CC | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CT | Merida EXPERT CT |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Headset | Merida 2341 Neck | not listed |
| Saddle | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida EXPERT CC |
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