Whether
your commute takes in forest trails and gravel tracks or you just want
the freedom to explore at weekends, the eSPRESSO CC 400 EQ delivers all
the convenience of a city e-bike with added off-road ability. That's
because our low step-through ENERGY CRADLE frame is stiff enough to cope
with dirt tracks while also housing an internal 504 Wh battery and the
latest Shimano EP6 drive unit. While the suspension fork and seat post
help keep you comfortable when it gets bumpy, we've fitted it with a
host of kit to make city life easier and safer, with mudguards, rack,
lights, lock and a kickstand as standard. A smooth-shifting Shimano
9-speed drivetrain and strong, low-maintenance hydraulic disc brakes add
fuss-free control.
The eSPRESSO CC
range is the rugged sibling of the regular eSPRESSO CITY, with wider and
grippier high-volume tyres on 650b wheels. While it's happy working
hard in the urban jungle thanks to standard-fit mudguards, lights, lock,
rack and kickstand, it's also capable of taking trips along forest
trails and gravel tracks for fun. Models with the low step-through
ENERGY CRADLE frame design come with either 630 Wh or 750 Wh
fully-integrated batteries, while a more economical semi-integrated
frame comes with a 504 Wh battery. All come with a refined but powerful
Shimano STEPS pedal-assist motor, including the sporty EP801 unit on
some models. Smooth and comfortable progress is assured with suspension
forks on all models, while powerful hydraulic disc brakes allow
effortless and controlled stopping. All have a high system weight of 150
kg which means plenty of capacity for rider and luggage.
Specification
Frame: CC
Lite III Hydroformed 6066 triple butted aluminium. Tapered head tube.
135 x 9mm axle standard. Cables routed internally via Smart Entry to
hold them neatly and silent. Max. tyre size 27.5" x 2.25"
Motor: Shimano Steps EP6; 85Nm
Battery: Shimano EN805-L; 504Wh internal battery
eBike Display: Shimano SC-EN500
Charger: Shimano EC-E6002; 2A charging current
Power Button: CAP-045A, Merida Power Button
Forks: Suntour NVX30 DS; Coil; 80mm travel; Max. tyre size 27.5" x 2.4"
Shifters: Shimano Cues U4000
Rear Derailleur: Shimano CUES U4000
Chainset: Samox NWP203; 38 tooth chainset with Merida Expert TK; 165mm length crank all sizes with Sunnywheel SW-CG-173A chainguard
Cassette: Shimano LG300; 11-46 teeth; 9 speed
Handlebars: Merida Expert; aluminium; 660mm wide; 15mm rise
Stem: Merida Expert CT; aluminium; 31.8mm diameter; adjustable; length: 90mm all sizes
Pedals: VP Components - VPE-891
Saddle: Merida Expert TK II; V-mount
Seat Post: JD-SP79; 30.9mm diameter; 15mm lay back; 40mm suspension travel
Rims: Merida Comp TK; 20mm inner rim width; aluminium
Hubs: Shimano QC300
Tyres: Maxxis Crossmark II; 27.5" x 2.25"; wire bead with reflective strip
Front Light: Hermans H-Black MR4 E, LED front light - 120 Lumens
Rear Light: Spanninga Commuter Glow XE integrated rear light