With the new Lithos, Merida is expanding its e-mountain bike lineup to include a model designed for rugged enduro riding. The bike is conceived as a versatile and robust platform that’s meant to perform just as well on challenging trails as it does on long alpine descents. At its core are a carbon frame, a powerful Bosch drive, and a suspension system with 170 millimeters of travel front and rear. Merida is thus clearly positioning the Lithos as an e-bike for riders who seek not only range and assistance off-road, but above all control, power reserves, and a wide range of uses.

The frame is made of Merida’s CF3 carbon and features a proven Flex-Stay suspension system. The rear triangle design is intended to perform reliably while keeping maintenance requirements to a minimum. According to Merida, the geometry was designed to provide more confidence and control on technical terrain. As a result, the Lithos is aimed at riders who prefer fast, rough, and steep trails and are looking for an e-mountain bike that remains stable even under heavy loads.

An important feature is the wheel setup flexibility. The Lithos comes standard as a mullet bike with a 29-inch front wheel and a 27.5-inch rear wheel. This combination is designed to balance agility and roll-over performance. Riders who prefer to ride a full 29-inch setup can also opt for that configuration. The flip-chip allows the geometry to be adjusted accordingly without fundamentally altering the ride characteristics. Merida also offers flexibility with the shock: the kinematics are designed for both air shocks and coil shocks.

For the drivetrain, Merida relies on Bosch. Depending on the model, either the Performance Line CX or the lighter CX-R is used. Both drives deliver up to 120 Newton-meters of torque. Battery options include 600- or 800-watt-hour variants. This allows the Lithos to be tailored more toward low weight or maximum range, depending on the build. Merida cites performance, reliability, global service coverage, and responsible use of resources as reasons for choosing Bosch.

Merida also aims to set a clear standard in terms of durability. The first owner receives a lifetime warranty on the frame. Additionally, the Lithos is certified for Category 4 use and is therefore designed to handle the rigors of enduro riding. Protective features such as rubber covers on the chainstay and heel area, as well as protective film on high-stress areas, come standard. Merida offers two options for cable routing: the integrated Wire-Port solution or a semi-external routing variant via ports on the head tube. All necessary parts for the conversion are included.

The new Merida Lithos is thus less of a pure comfort e-bike and more of a powerful enduro machine with a wide range of setup options. The combination of long suspension travel, a Bosch drive, a carbon frame, and an adjustable wheel configuration is designed to appeal to riders who want to ride a rugged e-mountain bike on tough trails and who also value ease of maintenance and long-term durability.

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