eBIG.TRAIL 500

eBIG.TRAIL 500

 

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  • frame eBIG.TRAIL LITE
    frame size S, M, L, XL
    color METALLIC BLUE/BLACK (RED)
    • Air
    • 130mm suspension travel
    • Tapered
    brakes Shimano MT-200
    brake lever attached
    headset FSA NO.55EP Neck
    • 780mm width
    • 20mm rise
    • 35mm diameter
    • 0° stem angle
    grip MERIDA Expert EC
    derailleur (f) no
    derailleur (r) Shimano Deore Shadow+
    shifters no / Shimano Deore
    • 30.9mm diameter
    • 15mm setback
    seat clamp MERIDA Expert
    saddle MERIDA Comp CC
    • VPE-537
    chain KMC e10 Sport EPT
    chainguard no
    • 11-42 teeth
    • 10 speed
    bottom bracket included
    • 110x15mm width front hub
    • 32 spoke holes
    • Centerlock
    • 148x12mm width rear hub
    • 36 spoke holes
    • Centerlock
    • 22.8mm inner width
    • 27.5x2.35"
    • folding
    • 27.5x2.35"
    • folding
    axles attached / MERIDA Boost axle
    spokes Black stainless
    spokes disc attached
    light front CG-119PG-BLACK(1)
    light rear CG-404RG-BLK
    battery lock Abus key
    display Shimano SC-E7000

    weighed at medium size

    manual Merida
    Bike Frame Geometry Image
    Frame Size S M L XL
    Tyre Sizes 27.5" 27.5" 27.5" 27.5"
    ST seat tube [mm] 400 440 490 540
    TT top tube [mm] 582 604 627 649
    CS chain stay length [mm] 434.5 434.5 434.5 434.5
    HTA head tube angle [°] 67.5 67.5 67.5 67.5
    STA seat tube angle [°] 74.5 74.5 74.5 74.5
    BD bottom bracket drop [mm] 60 60 60 60
    HT head tube [mm] 105 115 125 135
    FL fork length [mm] 541 541 541 541
    R reach [mm] 405 425 445 465
    S stack [mm] 637 647 656 665
    WB wheel base [mm] 1130 1154 1177 1201
    SH stand over height [mm] 650 682 705 736
    Body Height Cm < 173 167 - 183 177 - 190 > 187

    To reduce production and delivery times, we are sometimes forced to make last-minute specification changes. Please be aware that those changes might not be reflected on these product pages and images.

     

    HIGHLIGHTS

    HFS-hydroforming Prolite 66 triple butted aluminium frame with aggressive trail geometry – Shimano STePS E8000 motor allows for short chain stays delivering agility. ‘Smart Entry’ cable routing for rattle free running. Casting motor bracket creates an integrated appearance of the motor into the frame as well as provides an extremely strong connection between frame and motor.

    6 mm extra hub spacing at the rear: The eBIG.TRAIL comes with the new ‘Boost 12x148’ standard and through axles front and rear. The shallower spoke angle allows for an even stiffer wheel. On top of that, the chain line moves outwards – an important requirement for short chainstays.

    A hardtail as a trail bike? No problem! 130 mm travel, a super stiff front end and an enduro-like 67.5° head angle set our eBIG.TRAIL up perfectly for fun orientated trail duties. The 760 mm bars and super short stem fit seamlessly into the trail bike concept.

    434 mm long chain stays are perfect for delivering a super playful handling. Thanks to ‘Boost’ hubs and the super compact size of the STePS E8000 or E7000 motor, the chain stays are not much longer than the ones on a non-powered trail bike.

    Cables, housings and brake hoses are clamped under tension to prevent rattling when the trail gets rough. All inlets are completely interchangeable to deal with Di2, hydraulic hoses, brake cable and gear cable housings etc.

    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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    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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    CASTED MOTOR BRACKET

    The e-bike motor mount has a sophisticated shape that is only possible to create with casting technology. Casting this piece allows us to create a complex yet lightweight shape that gives an extremely strong connection between the motor and the frame for improved performance and reliability. It also gives the bike and motor a smooth and cleanly integrated appearance.

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