2022 Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ vs 2024 Merida eBIG.NINE
The XL is the Merida eBIG.NINE size closest to your XL Merida eBIG.TOUR 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.NINE
Compared with the Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ in XL, the Merida eBIG.NINE in XL places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- ±0 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ, XLMerida eBIG.NINE, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ XL | Merida eBIG.NINE XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 462 | 462 | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 659 | 659 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 67.5 | 67.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.5 | 74.5 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 645 | 645 | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 465 | 465 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1225 | 1225 | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 62.5 | 62.5 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 677 | 835 | +158 mm |
| Seat tube length | 530 | 530 | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 527 | 527 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 140 | 140 | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Merida eBIG.NINE minus the Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ. Full charts: 2022 Merida eBIG.TOUR EQ, 2024 Merida eBIG.NINE.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eBIG.TOUR EQMerida eBIG.NINE
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.TOUR EQ400 EQ | Merida eBIG.NINE400 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eBIG.TOUR LITE III | Merida eBIG.NINE LITE III |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCM34-Boost LOR DS | SR Suntour XCM34-Boost LOR DS |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore M4100 | Shimano CUES U6000 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore M5120 | Shimano CUES U6000 |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M4100 | Shimano LG300 |
| Chain | KMC E10S | Shimano LG500 |
| Crankset | Shimano EM600 | Shimano FC-EN600 |
| Pedals | VPE-537 | VPE-537 |
| Motor | Shimano EP8 | Shimano EP6 |
| Battery | Shimano E8036 | Shimano EN806 630 Wh |
| Tire | Kenda Booster | Maxxis Ikon |
| Hub | Shimano MT400-B | not listed |
| Rim | Merida COMP CC | Merida COMP CC II |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT CC | Merida Expert TR II |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CT | Merida Expert eTRII |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT EC |
| Seatpost | Merida EXPERT CC | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Saddle | Merida EXPERT TK | not listed |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano SM-RT30 |
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