2020 Merida eSPRESSO L XT-EDITION EQ vs 2020 Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ
The S is the Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ size closest to your S Merida eSPRESSO L XT-EDITION 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 700 EQ
Compared with the Merida eSPRESSO L XT-EDITION EQ in S, the Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ in S 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
- +1 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 eSPRESSO L XT-EDITION EQ, SMerida eSPRESSO 700 EQ, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eSPRESSO L XT-EDITION EQ S | Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 403 | 403.5 | +1 mm |
| Stack | 637 | 637 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71 | 71 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.5 | 74.5 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 580 | 580 | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 478 | 478 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1118 | 1118 | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | 70 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 584 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 470 | 470 | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 475 | 475 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 140 | 140 | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ minus the Merida eSPRESSO L XT-EDITION EQ. Full charts: 2020 Merida eSPRESSO L XT-EDITION EQ, 2020 Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eSPRESSO L XT-EDITION EQMerida eSPRESSO 700 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 L XT-EDITION EQXT-EDITION EQ | Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ700 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eSPRESSO L LITE II | Merida eSPRESSO LITE II HG |
| Fork | SR Suntour NCX RL | SR Suntour NEX-E25 |
| Derailleur | Shimano XT M8000 Shadow+ | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7000 | Shimano CS-C7000 |
| Chain | KMC e11S | KMC Z1eHX |
| Crankset | Shimano FC-E8000 | Shimano FC-E6100 |
| Motor | Shimano E-7000 | Shimano E6100 |
| Battery | Shimano E8035 | Shimano E8035 |
| Tire | Continental AT RIDE | Continental Contact Cruiser |
| Hub | Shimano Deore | not listed |
| Rim | Merida COMP TK | Merida COMP TK |
| Brake | Shimano XT | Shimano MT-401-3A |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CT | Merida EXPERT CT |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Headset | Merida 2333 Neck | Merida 2346 Neck |
| Seatpost | Merida EXPERT CC | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Saddle | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano SW-E6010-R |
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