2021 Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ vs 2022 Merida eSPRESSO L EQ
The M is the Merida eSPRESSO L EQ size closest to your M Merida eSPRESSO CC 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 eSPRESSO L EQ
Compared with the Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ in M, the Merida eSPRESSO L EQ in M places the top of the head tube 3 mm lower and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 6 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −3 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +6 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +8 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ, MMerida eSPRESSO L EQ, MDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ M | Merida eSPRESSO L EQ M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 417 | 416 | −1 mm |
| Stack | 666 | 663 | −3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 69.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 74.5 | +1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 615 | 600 | −15 mm |
| Chainstay length | 470 | 478 | +8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1149 | 1155 | +6 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 75 | +10 mm |
| Standover | 402 | 631 | +229 mm |
| Seat tube length | 480 | 510 | +30 mm |
| Fork length | 476 | 489 | +13 mm |
| Head tube length | 180 | 155 | −25 mm |
Differences are the Merida eSPRESSO L EQ minus the Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ. Full charts: 2021 Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ, 2022 Merida eSPRESSO L EQ.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eSPRESSO CC EQMerida eSPRESSO L EQ
Each bike is ranked against the other commuter 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 eSPRESSO CC EQCC 400 EQ | Merida eSPRESSO L EQ500 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eSPRESSO CC LITE II | Merida eSPRESSO L LITE III |
| Fork | SR Suntour NVX30 DS | SR Suntour NEX-E25 |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore M4100 | Shimano Deore M4100 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore M5120 | Shimano Deore M5120 |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M4100 | Shimano Deore M4100 |
| Chain | KMC e10S EPT | KMC e10S EPT |
| Crankset | Shimano FC-E8000 | Shimano EM600 |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | VPE-891 |
| Motor | Shimano E6100 | Shimano E6100 |
| Battery | Shimano E8036 | Shimano E8036 |
| Tire | Maxxis Crossmark II | Continental Ride Cruiser |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida COMP TK | Merida COMP TK |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CT | Merida EXPERT CT |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Seatpost | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Saddle | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano SM-RT10 |
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