2022 Merida eSPRESSO URBAN EQ vs 2024 Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through
The S is the Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through size closest to your XS Merida eSPRESSO URBAN 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 URBAN EQ in XS, the Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through in S places the top of the head tube 31 mm lower and 6 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 8 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −31 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +6 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −8 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −10 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida eSPRESSO URBAN EQ, XSCanyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eSPRESSO URBAN EQ XS | Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 374 | 380 | +6 mm |
| Stack | 656 | 625 | −31 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69 | 68.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 73.5 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 575 | 565 | −10 mm |
| Chainstay length | 470 | 460 | −10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1111 | 1103 | −8 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | 65 | −5 mm |
| Standover | 417 | 450 | +33 mm |
| Seat tube length | 380 | 385 | +5 mm |
| Fork length | 475 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 170 | 111 | −59 mm |
Differences are the Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through minus the Merida eSPRESSO URBAN EQ. Full charts: 2022 Merida eSPRESSO URBAN EQ, 2024 Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eSPRESSO URBAN 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 URBAN EQURBAN 100 EQ | Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through5 SUV step-through |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eSPRESSO URBAN LITE | Canyon Pathlite:ON Step-Through |
| Fork | SR Suntour NEX-E25 | SR Suntour XCM34 BOOST |
| Shifter | Shimano Alivio | Shimano CUES U6000 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Alivio | Shimano Cues 10/11-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG201 | Shimano CUES LG300-10 |
| Chain | KMC e9S | Shimano CUES LG500 |
| Crankset | Merida COMP TK | FSA CK-220 |
| Bottom bracket | EB2401 BSA 68mm | not listed |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Motor | Mahle X35+ Hub Engine | Bosch Performance Line |
| Battery | Mahle B1-D | Bosch BBP3755 |
| Wheelset | Merida COMP TK | not listed |
| Tire | Continental Contact Urban | Maxxis Crossmark II Reflexstrip Clincher |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT TK | Iridium Flatbar |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT TK | Canyon ST0036 Adjustable |
| Grips | Merida COMP EC | Ergon GA3 mini-wing |
| 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 |
| Seatpost | not listed | Canyon SP0067 Supension Post |
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