2022 Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ vs 2024 Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through
The L is the Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through size closest to your XL Merida eSPRESSO CC 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 Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through
Compared with the Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ in XL, the Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through in L places the top of the head tube 10 mm lower and 27 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 22 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −10 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −27 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −22 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −1.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −10 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ, XLCanyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ XL | Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 452 | 425 | −27 mm |
| Stack | 685 | 675 | −10 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 68.5 | −1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73.5 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 655 | 625 | −30 mm |
| Chainstay length | 470 | 460 | −10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1190 | 1168 | −22 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 65 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 401 | 450 | +49 mm |
| Seat tube length | 580 | 475 | −105 mm |
| Fork length | 476 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 200 | 164 | −36 mm |
Differences are the Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through minus the Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ. Full charts: 2022 Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ, 2024 Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eSPRESSO CC EQCanyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through
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 CC EQCC 400 EQ | Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through5 SUV step-through |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eSPRESSO CC LITE II | Canyon Pathlite:ON Step-Through |
| Fork | SR Suntour NVX30 DS | SR Suntour XCM34 BOOST |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore M4100 | Shimano CUES U6000 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore M5120 | Shimano Cues 10/11-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M4100 | Shimano CUES LG300-10 |
| Chain | KMC e10S EPT | Shimano CUES LG500 |
| Crankset | Shimano EM600 | FSA CK-220 |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Motor | Shimano E6100 | Bosch Performance Line |
| Battery | Shimano E8036 | Bosch BBP3755 |
| Tire | Maxxis Crossmark II | Maxxis Crossmark II Reflexstrip Clincher |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida COMP TK | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT TK | Iridium Flatbar |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CT | Canyon ST0036 Adjustable |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT TK | Ergon GA3 mini-wing |
| Seatpost | Merida EXPERT TK | Canyon SP0067 Supension Post |
| Saddle | Merida EXPERT TK | SR Royal Essenza+ |
| Chainring | not listed | FSA Gen4 Spider Boost 42T |
| Front Wheel | not listed | Alex Rims Supra-BH 27.5 / Hub Shimano MT400-B 15x110 |
| Rear Wheel | not listed | Alex Rims Supra-BH 27.5 / Hub Shimano MT400-B 12x148 |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano SM-RT30 |
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