2021 Merida eSPRESSO L S EQ vs 2020 Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ
The XS is the Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ size closest to your XS Merida eSPRESSO L S 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 S EQ in XS, the Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ in XS places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +1 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- −1 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 S EQ, XSMerida eSPRESSO 700 EQ, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eSPRESSO L S EQ XS | Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 397 | 397.5 | +1 mm |
| Stack | 626 | 626.5 | +1 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70.5 | 70.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 75 | 75 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 565 | 565 | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 478 | 478 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1114 | 1113.5 | −1 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | 70 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 590 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 430 | 430 | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 475 | 475 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 130 | 130 | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ minus the Merida eSPRESSO L S EQ. Full charts: 2021 Merida eSPRESSO L S EQ, 2020 Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eSPRESSO L S 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 S EQ400 S EQ | Merida eSPRESSO 700 EQ700 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eSPRESSO L LITE II | Merida eSPRESSO LITE II HG |
| Fork | SR Suntour NEX-E25 | SR Suntour NEX-E25 |
| Shifter | Shimano Acera M3100 | Shimano SW-E6010-R |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore M592 | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG200 | Shimano CS-C7000 |
| Chain | KMC e9S | KMC Z1eHX |
| Crankset | Shimano FC-E6100 | Shimano FC-E6100 |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Motor | Shimano E6100 | Shimano E6100 |
| Battery | Shimano E8035 | Shimano E8035 |
| Tire | Continental Ride Cruiser | Continental Contact Cruiser |
| Rim | Merida COMP TK | Merida COMP TK |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | Shimano MT-401-3A |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CT | Merida EXPERT CT |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Headset | Merida 2346 Neck | Merida 2346 Neck |
| Seatpost | Merida EXPERT CC | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Saddle | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
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