eSPRESSO CITY 900 EQ

eSPRESSO CITY 900 EQ

 

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frame eSPRESSO CITY LITE
frame size XS, S, M, L, XL
color MATT-BLACK (SHINY ANTHRACITE/RED)
  • Air
  • 63mm suspension travel
  • Tapered
brake front Shimano XT fin
brake rear Shimano XT fin
brake lever attached
headset FSA NO.55E Neck
  • 640mm width
  • 35mm rise
  • 31.8mm diameter
  • adjustable
grip MERIDA Expert TK
derailleur (f) no
derailleur (r) Shimano XT M8000 Shadow+
shifter front no
shifter rear Shimano XT 11
  • 30.9mm diameter
  • 15mm setback
  • 60mm travel seatpost
  • 40mm seatpost suspension travel
seat clamp MERIDA Expert
saddle MERIDA Comfort
  • VPE-891
chain KMC X11e
chainguard SW-CG-173A
  • 11-42 teeth
  • 11 speed
bottom bracket included
  • 20mm inner width
  • 622-42
  • wire bead
  • reflecting line
  • 622-42
  • wire bead
  • reflecting line
  • 100x15mm width front hub
  • 32 spoke holes
  • Centerlock
  • 142x12mm width rear hub
  • 36 spoke holes
  • Centerlock
axle front attached
  • JD-QR48R OLD142
spokes Black stainless
spokes disc attached
light front Herrmans H-BLACK PRO E
light rear Shine evo integrated in Racktime carrier
carrier Racktime 060889-001-D RT Merida Shine evo
fender Sunnywheel SW-FA 513
kickstand CL-KA98
frame lock Abus 5650 LH-3 lock
battery lock Abus key
display Shimano SC-E6010

weighed at medium size

Bike Frame Geometry Image
Frame Size XS S M L XL
Tyre Sizes 28" 28" 28" 28" 28"
ST seat tube [mm] 415 450 490 530 570
TT top tube [mm] 575 590 605 620 635
CS chain stay length [mm] 490 490 490 490 490
HTA head tube angle [°] 69.5 70 70 70.5 70.5
STA seat tube angle [°] 74 73.5 73 73 72.5
BD bottom bracket drop [mm] 70 70 70 70 70
HT head tube [mm] 160 170 185 200 215
FL fork length [mm] 477 477 477 477 477
R reach [mm] 389 394 398 408 412
S stack [mm] 651 662 676 693 707
WB wheel base [mm] 1140 1143 1153 1163 1171
SH stand over height [mm] 378 379 379 380 380
No. Item-No. Name Info Pieces Torque NM
1 A2161000027 COVER for battery; right side 1
2 A2161000028 COVER for battery; left side 1
3 A2300000317 SCREW self-cutting L20mm 2 3~5
4 A2143000080 BLIND PLUG for left side battery cover 1
5 A2300000468 SCREW M8x1.25 L18.5mm 3 11~12
6 A2300000469 SCREW M8x1.25 L23mm 3 11~12
7 A2258000099 CABLE PLUG for rear brake and speed sensor 1
8 A2300000129 SCREW M3x0.5 L10mm 2 2~4
9 A2300000536 SCREW M4x0.7 L8mm 1 3~5
10 A2311000067 RD-HANGER DH-057 1
11 A2300000213 SCREW M3x0.5 L13.5mm 2 2~4
12 CABLE GUIDE SMART ENTRY 1
13 CABLE GUIDE SMART ENTRY 1
14 A2143000076 COVER for carrier mount 2
15 A2298000142 SCREW M6x1.0 L12mm 2 6~8
16 A2298000120 SCREW M5x0.8 L12mm 1 3~5
17 A2002000118 THRU AXLE COMP TR; L172mm M12x1.5 TL14mm incl. nut 1
18 A2298000071 SCREW M5x0.8 L15mm with washer 2 3~5

HIGHLIGHTS

HFS-hydroforming Prolite 66 triple butted aluminium frame based around fast rolling 700c wheels and with commuting and leisure riding in mind. A higher front end and a compact geometry make for a more upright and extremely comfortable riding position. Battery positioned extra low for improved handling. Comes equipped with mudguards, rear rack, side stand, lock and lights.

We feature internal cable routing on all our eSPRESSO models. Cables are routed through the frame, entering and exiting through smooth sockets. Only a clever system for our internal guiding and fixing guarantees reliable and rattle free routing and gives the bike a cleaner look.

‘K-mount’ featuring bikes have fixing points on the chain stays to fit a MERIDA kickstand while ‘C-mount’ equipped bikes have the fixing point for the rear rack (carrier) integrated. ‘F-mount’ equipped bikes have the fixing points for the mudguards (fenders) already integrated.

The outstanding frame stiffness has a strong influence on the riding characteristics of wave low step through frames. The tapered head tube, the large tube diameters, the forged motor bracket as well as the 142x12 mm through rear axle all contribute to achieve a safe and precise riding experience. 

The Shimano mid-mounted motor, in combination with the forged motor bracket provides one of the lowest step-through heights in the market.

Based on the central position of the battery in front of the seat tube and the low position of the Shimano motor, we were able to achieve an optimum centre of gravity. The low and well-positioned centre of gravity provides the bike with outstanding riding characteristics which are extremely important in particular in wave low step through frames which have the tendency to chatter and jitter when power is applied.

The whole range rides on fast rolling 700c wheels, ideal for rides on roads, lanes and smooth tracks. We fit tyres with reflective sidewalls and puncture protection that will get you to your destination quickly and safely.

Technologies

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PROLITE 66 TRIPLE BUTTED ALUMINUM

When creating high-end aluminium frames, we use our proven PROLITE 66 (6066) aluminium, as it is incredibly light and durable. In addition, it works exceptionally well with our hydroforming technology, allowing us to create complex shapes, featuring triple butted wall thicknesses, an almost carbon-like appearance and the best possible stiffness-to-weight ratio. While lesser alloys might be cheaper, it is the ideal choice for high-performance bicycle frames.

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HFS - HYDRO FORMING SYSTEM

‘C-Mount’ equipped bikes have the fixing points for a rear rack already integrated (some bikes require model specific rear rack), making fitting fast, simple and reliable. 

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X-TAPER HEADTUBE

Steering precision is vital to safe and confident handling, and the X-TAPER HEADTUBE allows us to significantly boost this precision. A larger headset diameter at the bottom paired with a smaller one at the top helps to deal with the strains modern riding and equipment can put on the headtube, all without adding unnecessary weight. It allows tapered forks to be fitted with ease and delivers precise and confidence-inspiring steering.

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SMOOTH WELDING

This is a process we use to give a nice flat finish to our welds instead of the scaled, 'stack of coins' effect TIG welded joints often have. The welder uses the welding torch to go over the joint twice, helping to smooth out the filler material. It takes a lot of skill to do this, but it delivers strong and smart-looking frames that have the appearance of a carbon fibre frame at first look.

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INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING

On the majority of our frames, we run the gear and brake cables and hoses through the frame. The cables enter and exit the frame through smooth sockets, or we use one of our other systems like SMART ENTRY or WIRE PORT to be routed through. Running the cables inside the frame protects them from the elements, gives a clean and neat look and can offer aerodynamic advantages.

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SMART ENTRY

Many of our frames offer internal cable routing, where the gear and brake cables are run through the frame for maximum protection and a clean look. Some internally run cables can rattle when riding over uneven surfaces, but our SMART ENTRY system prevents this from happening. Cables, housings and brake hoses are clamped under tension to prevent noisy cable movement. All inlets are completely interchangeable to deal with any kind of cable or wire.

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DI2 READY

Shimano's Di2 electronic shifting system offers fast, smooth and reliable shifting. In particular, in the road world, it has proven itself as the primary choice when top performance is at the top of the agenda. With that in mind, we have a broad selection of performance road frames that are Di2 READY and can accommodate the electrical cable, battery and other little tweaks that the system requires.

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F-MOUNT

Being able to turn your bike into an all-weather commuter that has mudguards and other fittings can be a real plus, in particular when riding on wet and perhaps muddy roads and tracks on a regular basis. To make fitting easy, some of our bikes are F-MOUNT equipped. These integrated fittings mounts make adding mudguards fast and simple. Please note that some bikes require model-specific mudguards.

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K-MOUNT

When using your bike in an urban environment, where you might not always have the option to use a specific bike stand, a kickstand is an ideal solution to park your bike safely. Some of our bikes come with a neatly integrated K-MOUNT, which makes fitting a MERIDA kickstand (or any commercial kickstand) easy. And if you don’t want to have a kickstand and prefer the clean appearance of your frame, the K-MOUNT is neatly tucked away underneath your chainstay, difficult to spot if you don’t know it is there.

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C-MOUNT

Similar to our F-MOUNT, where various fixing points for mudguards are part of the frame offering, the C-MOUNT equipped bikes have the fixing points for a rear rack already integrated, making fitting fast, simple and reliable. The C-MOUNTS are an additional feature that improves the day-to-day versatility by adding loading capacity to your bike, ideal for commuting and shopping trips. Please note that some bikes require model-specific rear racks.

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