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[MegaGroganX]

Spring time in NZ - I no longer have the bike, worst decision ever selling it - apparently we needed a new kitchen....?

 

[Kernow]

Sidewall cut , stepped on a broken bottle, it's a good thing I had a needle and fishing line ? View attachment 5491 View attachment 5492

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What I brilliant idea sewing the tyre up , I would imagine some glue or patch behind that and it’s going to seal up without a tube . Not so easy if it’s a torn off knob I guess but still doable .
I think we need a tyre repair thread , Iam seeing so many simple ideas that would really get you out of trouble

 

[Bennyblanc0]

Clearing the biggest jump on the 900e at the local here... Which is still pretty small on the scale of things but heaps of fun and relatively risk free!

 

[Deleted member 1478]

First run on the new steed this morning - still shiny...

 

[knut7]

2019 Merida e160-800

 

[Ron]

Got some other pics from my trip to the Alps in september.
Ofcourse pics are taken on the easy paths, when you're riding the more technical stuff nobody wants to get off their bikes

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Great action shots!

Power to the Pedal

 

[Lars]

Not much left of the factory setup. Very happy with it!

 

[Rallysaloon]

Not much left of the factory setup. Very happy with it!
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I see you have no motor guard on it. You can buy one here: Merida E bike bash guard | eBay

 

[Rallysaloon]

At last I received my Merida ordered on 6th of June
Picked it up yesterday and just did from store to house on it.

The pics on nature are at halfway store to home, and the photos at home are for the changes I did on the bike.
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New eBike ´specific saddle, ordered this from Canyon website (this is the one that comes on Canyon Spectral:ON eBike although this is the Woman's version - don't know if I ordered wrong or they sent wrong - I will try it to see how I feel on it).
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ShockWiz set for Fox 36 fork tuning.
Also possible to see on the lower part of the head tube the Invisiframe kit I put at night on the bike and fork (more than 4h hard work!!!).
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Front DT Swiss HX1501 29" wheel with
Maxxis Minion DHF 29x2.5 tyre
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That's it for now. Later today I'll hit the trails near home
Hope you like it

One more change that I want to do on the Merida... but it will be a not easy and fast project.
It seems quite obvious for me looking closely to the connection between motor and frame (specially the frame at the front of the motor) that Merida intended to do a skid plate below the motor for protection. Why they didn't include that skid plate I don't know but I think that maybe something can be made to use the base that merida left on the frame for it. I will soon post some pics of why I say this to see what you guys think.

At last I received my Merida ordered on 6th of June
Picked it up yesterday and just did from store to house on it.

The pics on nature are at halfway store to home, and the photos at home are for the changes I did on the bike.
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New eBike ´specific saddle, ordered this from Canyon website (this is the one that comes on Canyon Spectral:ON eBike although this is the Woman's version - don't know if I ordered wrong or they sent wrong - I will try it to see how I feel on it).
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ShockWiz set for Fox 36 fork tuning.
Also possible to see on the lower part of the head tube the Invisiframe kit I put at night on the bike and fork (more than 4h hard work!!!).
View attachment 3397

Front DT Swiss HX1501 29" wheel with
Maxxis Minion DHF 29x2.5 tyre
View attachment 3398

That's it for now. Later today I'll hit the trails near home
Hope you like it

One more change that I want to do on the Merida... but it will be a not easy and fast project.
It seems quite obvious for me looking closely to the connection between motor and frame (specially the frame at the front of the motor) that Merida intended to do a skid plate below the motor for protection. Why they didn't include that skid plate I don't know but I think that maybe something can be made to use the base that merida left on the frame for it. I will soon post some pics of why I say this to see what you guys think.

Not sure if you have a guard for the motor yet but you can get one here: Merida E bike bash guard | eBay
Protects the motor, frame and chainring.

 

[Levo Lution]

2019 Merida e160-800
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Hi, I saw your test if levo 2019 in specialized thread (you liked new levo). Now I see you posted picture of your eone sixty... So you prefer merida to levo 2019? Why? I am deciding between these 2 bikes. Any suggestions would help. Thank you.

 

[knut7]

Spot the duck :-o

 

[knut7]

Hi, I saw your test if levo 2019 in specialized thread (you liked new levo). Now I see you posted picture of your eone sixty... So you prefer merida to levo 2019? Why? I am deciding between these 2 bikes. Any suggestions would help. Thank you.

Sorry, didn't catch your post until now. A bit late now I guess... I don't own either bikes, I've got them for testing. Currently got an e160 800 for a long term review. Swapping parts as people might tell from that photo.

 

[Levo Lution]

Sorry, didn't catch your post until now. A bit late now I guess... I don't own either bikes, I've got them for testing. Currently got an e160 800 for a long term review. Swapping parts as people might tell from that photo.

Not late, still have couple days left to decide... I can see that you are also experimenting with wheel sizes, any suggestions in that?

 

[knut7]

There's a huge price difference between the two bikes I've ridden. I did like to ride the Specialized because it was so stealth. I usually don't care about such things, but I couldn't help feeling good when riding a bike that didn't scream ebike. I also liked the 29er wheels, the bike both felt and was fast on my local descents.

But the Merida is way cheaper around here, and it works just as well. Specs aren't any worse really. And I need a plus bike for the winter season when I'm running Suomi Fat Freddie 3.0" studded. So if I got a 29er bike I would have to buy a second wheel set. Is it better to just buy a 29er front wheel for the Merida? Well, it's cheaper. And I'm starting to like the mixed wheel size ont the Merida. Make sure to get the handlebars low enough to get weight over the front wheel. Need to do more testing, but quite happy atm. It feels like a 29er going down hill.

 

[Levo Lution]

There's a huge price difference between the two bikes I've ridden. I did like to ride the Specialized because it was so stealth. I usually don't care about such things, but I couldn't help feeling good when riding a bike that didn't scream ebike. I also liked the 29er wheels, the bike both felt and was fast on my local descents.

But the Merida is way cheaper around here, and it works just as well. Specs aren't any worse really. And I need a plus bike for the winter season when I'm running Suomi Fat Freddie 3.0" studded. So if I got a 29er bike I would have to buy a second wheel set. Is it better to just buy a 29er front wheel for the Merida? Well, it's cheaper. And I'm starting to like the mixed wheel size ont the Merida. Make sure to get the handlebars low enough to get weight over the front wheel. Need to do more testing, but quite happy atm. It feels like a 29er going down hill.

Thanks for the answer. I test rode quickly both bikes and also liked quietness of levo. Kind of liked smaller 27,5+ better, I gues I prefer agility to velocity. One more question- og you also tested levo 2018, do you think that (not looking at difference in wheel size) 2019 is that much better? Majority at this forum says so without hesitation... Just asking, because have good deal on 2018. Another opinion would not hurt?

 

[knut7]

I think the agility doesn't suffer going from 27x2.8 to 29x2.4 on the Merida, both wheels weighing about the same. But that's just my initial impression, haven't taken it to a bike park yet. 29x2.6 might very well be less agile. I went from 27x2.8 to 27x2.6 on another bike and felt that improved steering precision, cornering ability at the bike park and agility. Unfortunately I never rode the old Levo, but judging by the geometry the new one looks more capable going down hill at speed. Going 27x2.6 on the old Levo should make it a pretty playful bike though... I assume...

 

[Rallysaloon]

There's a huge price difference between the two bikes I've ridden. I did like to ride the Specialized because it was so stealth. I usually don't care about such things, but I couldn't help feeling good when riding a bike that didn't scream ebike. I also liked the 29er wheels, the bike both felt and was fast on my local descents.

But the Merida is way cheaper around here, and it works just as well. Specs aren't any worse really. And I need a plus bike for the winter season when I'm running Suomi Fat Freddie 3.0" studded. So if I got a 29er bike I would have to buy a second wheel set. Is it better to just buy a 29er front wheel for the Merida? Well, it's cheaper. And I'm starting to like the mixed wheel size ont the Merida. Make sure to get the handlebars low enough to get weight over the front wheel. Need to do more testing, but quite happy atm. It feels like a 29er going down hill.

Looks a great place to ride, just like my sort of terrain. If you fit one of the bash guards I make for the Merida you can bash your way over all those rocks and never damage the motor or chainring.

 

[Muzzabike]

Here is my e160 up an awesome track on the West Coast of the South Island of NZ. It turned out to be a perfect eMTB ride both ways.

 

[ChrisB NZ]

Here is my e160 up an awesome track on the West Coast of the South Island of NZ. It turned out to be a perfect eMTB ride both ways.
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Which track is that Muzza? Heading down there next week. Same bike as well

 

[Muzzabike]

Which track is that Muzza? Heading down there next week. Same bike as well

It's Kirwans track near Reefton. This photo was taken if you carry on from the last hut turn-off and carry on up Kirwans Hill (note there was a bit of pushing to get up the last section). Enjoy!

 

[ChrisB NZ]

Another NZ shot. This one taken on the West Coast Wilderness trail near Hokatika on the West Coast of the South Island.

 

[Laker123]

Can’t believe how many people here are from nz! Recently did my biggest ride on my Eone Twenty 800 of around 40 kilometres. Here some pictures around the Taupo area.

Also recieved my new Deity pedals!

 

[Janluke]

Just joined the forum but had my bike for over a year now and all well

 

[flash]

Nice bike and pics. Since you've had your bike a year I'd love to hear your long term impressions. What Mods/Upgrades/Issues you've had.

Gordon

 

[Janluke]

Nice bike and pics. Since you've had your bike a year I'd love to hear your long term impressions. What Mods/Upgrades/Issues you've had.

Gordon

I've managed over 8000km this year with just under 6000km on this bike and the bike has been faultless other than consumables ie couple of sets of tyres and pads and one broken spoke. I bought a second battery so the load has been split between two batteries but both are still good with no noticeable drop in range. The bike gets a rinse off every ride with a lube spray on all the moving parts and a proper wash and lube once a week.

The charger packed up and was replaced under warranty

My rides tend to be 2-3 hours this time of year but up to 5 in the better weather(2 batteries)

Its quite simply the best bike I've ever ridden, it flatters my ability and enables me to ride routes I couldnt manage on a normal bike(I'm an amputee so sometime struggle with putting power down on the prosthesis side on a regular bike and the ebike solves this)

no upgrades so far but I sometimes feel I could do with better brakes

 

[leonz]

I just have e120 800 for a few weeks, totally 200km ridden, so far very happy, 1st and 2nd photos at Whangamata Ridges, north island, NZ, 3rd at Totara Park Auckland

 

[Mike F]

4 Merida bikes TimberTrail North Island NZ

 

[ChrisB NZ]

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Hi Mike, Nice! I recognise that bridge. Did you manage to complete each day OK on one battery? How much battery range was left at the end of the days?

 

[ChrisB NZ]

I've managed over 8000km this year with just under 6000km on this bike and the bike has been faultless other than consumables ie couple of sets of tyres and pads and one broken spoke. I bought a second battery so the load has been split between two batteries but both are still good with no noticeable drop in range. The bike gets a rinse off every ride with a lube spray on all the moving parts and a proper wash and lube once a week.

The charger packed up and was replaced under warranty

My rides tend to be 2-3 hours this time of year but up to 5 in the better weather(2 batteries)

Its quite simply the best bike I've ever ridden, it flatters my ability and enables me to ride routes I couldnt manage on a normal bike(I'm an amputee so sometime struggle with putting power down on the prosthesis side on a regular bike and the ebike solves this)

no upgrades so far but I sometimes feel I could do with better brakes

That's awesome Janluke. Wow! Great to know that the Meridas and Shimano Steps gear lasts! What about your chain? How many km's did you get out of that? They are great bikes. We just love ours.

 

[ChrisB NZ]

Charming Creek trail - West Coast South Island. NZ