Merida’s latest eMTB, the Lithos, is engineered to deliver unparalleled performance on the most challenging trails. This full-power enduro bike boasts a carbon frame, 170mm front and 174mm rear travel, and a progressive geometry designed for aggressive riding. Equipped with Bosch’s Performance Line CX motor, it offers 120Nm of torque and a peak power output of 750W, ensuring robust assistance across varied terrains. (emtbforums.com)
Frame and Suspension
The Lithos features a CF3 carbon frame with a flex-stay rear design, reducing the number of bearings and enhancing durability. This design minimizes side-loading and premature wear, providing a balance between pedaling efficiency and control on rough descents. The bike’s suspension is tailored for enduro racing, with 170mm of travel at the front and 174mm at the rear, ensuring stability and responsiveness. (bike-magazin.de)
Geometry
Merida has optimized the Lithos’ geometry for enduro racing, incorporating a slack 64° head tube angle and a steep 78.5° seat tube angle. The longer chainstays (447mm) contribute to a more centered balance, enhancing control and confidence on technical trails. This geometry is consistent across all frame sizes, from XShort to XLong, accommodating a wide range of riders. (bike-magazin.de)
Battery and Motor
The Lithos is powered by Bosch’s Performance Line CX motor, delivering 120Nm of torque and a peak power output of 750W. This motor is renowned for its reliability and performance, making it a preferred choice for high-performance eMTBs. The bike offers a modular battery system, allowing riders to choose between 600Wh and 800Wh batteries, with the option to add Bosch’s PowerMore 250Wh range extender for extended rides. (emtbforums.com)
Build Options
Merida offers the Lithos in five builds, each tailored to different rider preferences and budgets:
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Lithos 10 K: Features the Bosch CX-R motor, 800Wh battery, Fox Podium Factory fork, and SRAM XO AXS Transmission.
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Lithos 8000: Equipped with the Bosch CX-R motor, 800Wh battery, RockShox ZEB Ultimate fork, and SRAM GX AXS Transmission.
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Lithos 6000: Comes with the Bosch CX motor, 800Wh battery, RockShox ZEB Select fork, and SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission.
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Lithos 5000: Includes the Bosch CX motor, 800Wh battery, RockShox Domain Gold R fork, and Shimano Deore M7200 drivetrain.
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Lithos 4000: Features the Bosch CX motor, 600Wh battery, RockShox Domain Gold R fork, and Shimano Cues U4000 drivetrain.
Each build is designed to provide a high-performance riding experience, with components selected to match the bike’s capabilities. (emtbforums.com)
Availability
The Merida Lithos eMTB is available now. For more information, to check availability in your region, or to find a dealer near you, visit Merida’s official website.