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MeridaeBig Nine
e-mtb
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Origin
The eBig Nine debuted in 2017 as Merida's first e-hardtail XC mountain bike, applying the proven Big Nine chassis to an electric powertrain. Unlike the full-suspension eOne-Sixty, the eBig Nine targets riders who want the efficiency and low maintenance of a hardtail with the hill-flattening assistance of an e-MTB — making it popular for trail riders, regular commuters on rough routes, and fitness-oriented riders exploring forest trails.
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Specifications
- Frame
- Aluminium hardtail (LITE III aluminium). Shares core geometry with the analog Big Nine but with reinforced downtube for motor and battery integration.
- Weight
- kg
- Drivetrain
- 1×10 or 1×12 depending on build. Shimano CUES / Deore (entry to mid). 11-46 T cassette range on 10-speed, 11-51 T on 12-speed builds.
- Brakes
- Hydraulic disc. Shimano MT200 or Tektro (entry); Shimano Deore 4-piston on upper builds. 180 mm front, 160 mm rear rotors.
- Wheels
- 29" aluminium rims, tubeless-ready on upper builds. Quick-release on entry models, thru-axle on higher trims.
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The verdict
+Strengths
- Shimano EP801 motor delivers responsive, natural-feeling power with class-leading 85 Nm torque
- Hardtail simplicity: lower maintenance, lighter weight, and better power transfer on flat and rolling terrain
- 630 Wh battery enables full-day trail riding without range anxiety on moderate terrain
−Weaknesses
- Hardtail limits rough descending capability compared to full-suspension e-MTBs — rear end transmits impacts directly
- ~24 kg is heavy for a hardtail; analog hardtails do the same trails at under 12 kg
- Entry builds use entry-level forks and drivetrains that don't match the motor's capability
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