2024 Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ vs 2024 Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through
The L is the Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through size closest to your M Merida eSPRESSO CITY 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 EQ in M, the Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through in L places the top of the head tube 10 mm higher and 7 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 19 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +10 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +7 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +19 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −10 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ, MCanyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ M | Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 418 | 425 | +7 mm |
| Stack | 665 | 675 | +10 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 68.5 | −1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73.5 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 615 | 625 | +10 mm |
| Chainstay length | 470 | 460 | −10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1149 | 1168 | +19 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 65 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 412 | 450 | +38 mm |
| Seat tube length | 480 | 475 | −5 mm |
| Fork length | 475 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 180 | 164 | −16 mm |
Differences are the Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through minus the Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ. Full charts: 2024 Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ, 2024 Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eSPRESSO CITY 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 EQ400 EQ | Canyon Pathlite:ON SUV step-through5 SUV step-through |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eSPRESSO CITY LITE III | Canyon Pathlite:ON Step-Through |
| Fork | SR Suntour NEX-E25 | SR Suntour XCM34 BOOST |
| Shifter | Shimano CUES U4000 | Shimano CUES U6000 |
| Derailleur | Shimano CUES U4000 | Shimano Cues 10/11-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano LG300 | Shimano CUES LG300-10 |
| Chain | Shimano LG500 | Shimano CUES LG500 |
| Crankset | Merida EXPERT TK | FSA CK-220 |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Motor | Shimano EP6 | Bosch Performance Line |
| Battery | Shimano EN805-L 504 Wh | Bosch BBP3755 |
| Tire | Continental Ride Cruiser | Maxxis Crossmark II Reflexstrip Clincher |
| Hub | Shimano QC300 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida COMP TK | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | Shimano MT200 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | Shimano SM-RT30 |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT TK | Ergon GA3 mini-wing |
| Seatpost | JD-SP79 | Canyon SP0067 Supension Post |
| Saddle | Merida EXPERT CT | 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 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Iridium Flatbar |
| Stem | not listed | Canyon ST0036 Adjustable |
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