2021 Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ vs 2022 Merida eSPRESSO L EQ
The S is the Merida eSPRESSO L EQ size closest to your XS Merida eSPRESSO CITY 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 CITY EQ in XS, the Merida eSPRESSO L EQ in S places the top of the head tube 7 mm lower and 24 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 31 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −7 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +24 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +31 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +8 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ, XSMerida eSPRESSO L EQ, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ XS | Merida eSPRESSO L EQ S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 386 | 410 | +24 mm |
| Stack | 656 | 649 | −7 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 69.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 74.5 | +1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 580 | 590 | +10 mm |
| Chainstay length | 470 | 478 | +8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1113 | 1144 | +31 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 75 | +10 mm |
| Standover | 413 | 610 | +197 mm |
| Seat tube length | 380 | 470 | +90 mm |
| Fork length | 475 | 489 | +14 mm |
| Head tube length | 170 | 140 | −30 mm |
Differences are the Merida eSPRESSO L EQ minus the Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ. Full charts: 2021 Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ, 2022 Merida eSPRESSO L EQ.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eSPRESSO CITY 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 CITY EQ400 EQ | Merida eSPRESSO L EQ500 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eSPRESSO CITY LITE II | Merida eSPRESSO L LITE III |
| Fork | SR Suntour NEX-E25 | SR Suntour NEX-E25 |
| Shifter | Shimano Acera M3100 | Shimano Deore M4100 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore M592 | Shimano Deore M5120 |
| Cassette | Shimano HG200 | Shimano Deore M4100 |
| Chain | KMC e9S | KMC e10S EPT |
| Crankset | Shimano FC-E6100 | Shimano EM600 |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | VPE-891 |
| Motor | Shimano E6100 | Shimano E6100 |
| Battery | Shimano E8035-L | Shimano E8036 |
| Tire | Continental Ride Cruiser | 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 TK | 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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