2021 Merida eBIG.NINE SE vs 2020 Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ
The L is the Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ size closest to your L Merida eBIG.NINE SE. 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 in L, the Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ in L places the top of the head tube 10 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, LMerida eBIG.TOUR EQ, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eBIG.NINE SE L | Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 420 | 434.5 | +15 mm |
| Stack | 643 | 633 | −10 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.5 | 68 | −1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 74.5 | +1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 610 | 610 | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 458 | 465 | +7 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1143 | 1181 | +38 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 62.5 | −3 mm |
| Standover | 777 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 480 | 480 | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 511 | 506 | −5 mm |
| Head tube length | 125 | 130 | +5 mm |
Differences are the Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ minus the Merida eBIG.NINE SE. Full charts: 2021 Merida eBIG.NINE SE, 2020 Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eBIG.NINE SEMerida 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 SE300 SE | Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ400 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eBIG.NINE LITE | Merida eBIG.TOUR LITE II |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCM32 DS | SR Suntour XCR34 LOR |
| Shifter | Shimano Acera M3100 9 | Shimano Deore |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore M592 9 | Shimano Deore Shadow+ |
| Cassette | Shimano HG200 | Shimano HG500 |
| Chain | HG53 | CNHG54 |
| Crankset | Shimano FC-E8000 | Shimano FC-E8000 |
| Pedals | VPE-537 | not listed |
| Motor | Shimano E-7000 | Shimano E-7000 |
| Battery | Shimano E8010 504Wh | Shimano E8035 |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | Maxxis Ikon |
| 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 |
| Hub | not listed | Shimano MT400-B |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida EXPERT CC |
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