2022 Merida eSPRESSO CITY EP8-EDITION EQ vs 2024 Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through
The L is the Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through size closest to your S Merida eSPRESSO CITY EP8-EDITION 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 CITY EP8-EDITION EQ in S, the Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through in L places the top of the head tube 14 mm higher and 26 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 40 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +14 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +26 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +40 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −10 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida eSPRESSO CITY EP8-EDITION EQ, SCanyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eSPRESSO CITY EP8-EDITION EQ S | Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 399 | 425 | +26 mm |
| Stack | 661 | 675 | +14 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 68.5 | −1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73.5 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 595 | 625 | +30 mm |
| Chainstay length | 470 | 460 | −10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1128 | 1168 | +40 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 65 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 413 | 450 | +37 mm |
| Seat tube length | 430 | 475 | +45 mm |
| Fork length | 475 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 175 | 164 | −11 mm |
Differences are the Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through minus the Merida eSPRESSO CITY EP8-EDITION EQ. Full charts: 2022 Merida eSPRESSO CITY EP8-EDITION EQ, 2024 Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eSPRESSO CITY EP8-EDITION 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 CITY EP8-EDITION EQEP8-EDITION EQ | Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through5 SUV step-through |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eSPRESSO CITY LITE II | Canyon Pathlite:ON Step-Through |
| Fork | SR Suntour NCX LO | SR Suntour XCM34 BOOST |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore M5100 | Shimano CUES U6000 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore M5100 | Shimano Cues 10/11-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M5100 | Shimano CUES LG300-10 |
| Chain | KMC e11S EPT | Shimano CUES LG500 |
| Crankset | Shimano EM600 | FSA CK-220 |
| Pedals | VPE-889 | not listed |
| Motor | Shimano EP8 | Bosch Performance Line |
| Battery | Shimano E8036 | Bosch BBP3755 |
| Tire | Continental Contact Cruiser | Maxxis Crossmark II Reflexstrip Clincher |
| Hub | Shimano Deore | not listed |
| Rim | Merida COMP TK | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano Deore T6000 | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT TK II | Iridium Flatbar |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT TK II | Canyon ST0036 Adjustable |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT TK | Ergon GA3 mini-wing |
| Headset | Acros Trekking | not listed |
| 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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