Nevertheless, it is clearly a mountain bike. The large 29-inch wheels roll easily and comfortably. In addition, the rear suspension of the Meridas is impressively sensitive and filters even the smallest bumps out of the saddle. The frame geometry also emphasises the mountain bike claim, and the slightly sporty riding position puts a lot of pressure on the pedals. And that's a good thing, because on steeper climbs it becomes clear that the drive is actually a little weak on the chest, and then the rider has to lend a helping hand.
Conclusion A bike for moderate tours, the Shimano E6000 drivetrain is a little underpowered for tough climbs.
Reach height 1444 hm
Efficiency class A+
Price 3249 Euro
Info www.merida-bikes.com
Drive
Motor / Position Shimano Steps E6001 250 W / mid-engine
Max. Torque 50 Nm
Battery Shimano Li-Io 504 Wh
Gearstick / transmission Front 1x38 / rear 10-speed Shimano Deore 11-36
Display / Size Shimano SC-E6010 / 2.7 inch
Software / status Shimano / Version 3.3.3
Equipment
Sizes / frame material S / M / L / XL / Aluminium
Fork / damper Manitou Machete 29 / Rockshox Monarch RT
Telescopic support None, quick release
Brake / Disc (front / rear) Shimano BL, BR-M506 / 180 / 180 mm
Wheels / wheel size Deore, Noname / 29 inch
Tyres Maxxis Ikon, Exo Protection 29x2.2 inch
Measured values
Suspension travel¹ front / rear 100 mm / 100 mm
Weight / Distribution 20.9 kg / 49:51 % (v:h)
Centre of gravity height 498 mm
Handlebar width 730 mm
Reach / Stack 410 / 599 mm
Crank length / Q-factor 172 mm / 204 mm
EMTB JUDGEMENT GOOD²
Manufacturer information
²EMTB judgements: super (from 350 points), very good (from 315 points), good (from 280 points), satisfactory (from 245 points), with weaknesses (from 210 points), below unsatisfactory.
The judgement reflects the subjective impression of the testers and the results of the reach measurement and laboratory tests. It is independent of price.
