Etmo 500 Pro 2026

Merida's Etmo combines smart design and efficient engineering to create an electric mountain bike that will deliver outstanding performance at a fantastic price-point.

The Etmo is one of the best entry points to e-MTB, with it's strong, modern alloy frame and 3 excellent build kits all at unbeatable prices.

The Etmo is built to inspire confidence and fun on every trail. A 65º head angle keeps the bike stable on fast or steep sections and the steep 78.5º seat tube angle projects your weight forward for strong, controlled climbs. The 446 mm chainstay adds stability and predictability, keeping the bike planted  when it matters but the back end still feels lively and flickable

The mid range 500 Pro model offers an improved build kit over the entry level 400 should you want to squeeze some extra performance from the Etmo frameset.

Bosch CX drive system - 

The Etmo 500 Pro come with the extremely popular Bosch CX motor drive unit and 800wh battery. With it's 100nm of torque and 800w of peak power, the CX unit offers superb pedal assist and ride feel as well as outstanding reliability. The battery is easily removed should you wish to carry a spare. This system is also compatible with the Bosch 250wh PowerMore range extender (sold separately)

Key Features - 

• 140mm front, 143mm rear travel
• MX wheel sizing
• Bosch CX motor, 800wh battery
• 65 degree head angle
• 78.5 degree seat-tube angle
• Well-balanced geometry for  trail and enduro riding
  
• Robust aluminium frame and lifetime frame warranty
• SRAM UDH compatible
• Long downtube protection
• Extra-long chainstay and seat stay protection 
• Merida V-Mount Multitool under the saddle 

Merida Sizing - 

• Short: 155cm - 175cm
• Mid: 165cm - 185cm
• Long: 175cm - 195cm
• X-Long: 185cm+

Merida's latest range of mountain bikes makes use of a slightly new approach to sizing. Merida encourage riders to consider their riding style when selecting a frame size. 

For example the Mid size frame is suitable for riders of heights between 165-185cm. This means a rider of height 175cm could select a Short frame if the preference is agility, Mid for a balanced ride or Long for stability.

Specifications::Etmo 500 Pro

• Discipline: Trail

• Material: Aluminium

• Front Travel: 140mm

• Rear Travel: 143mm

• Wheel Size: MX

• Warranty: Lifetime

Frame - Lite I ; material: aluminium; 29x2.6” max. tyre size; 148x12 axle standard
Fork - SR Suntour ZERON 36X; Air; 140mm travel; Tapered; 44mm fork off set
Shock- SR Suntour Edge X
Stem - Merida Comp TR; material: aluminium; 35mm diameter; 0 degree rise; length: 40mm
Handlebar - Merida Comp TR II; material: aluminium; 780mm wide; 35mm rise
Grip - Merida Expert TR
Front Brake - SRAM DB4 stealth; 4 piston with SRAM CenterLine; 200mm
Rear Brake - SRAM DB4 stealth; 4 piston with SRAM CenterLine; 200mm
Front Tyre - Maxxis Minion DHF; 29x2.5"; EXO wired; tubeless ready
Rear Tyre - Maxxis Dissector; 27.5x2.4"  wired; tubeless ready
Wheel Size - MX
Rim - Merida Comp TR II
Spokes - Black stainless ; black nipples
Front Hub - Shimano TC500-B; 110x15mm; 32 spoke; Centerlock
Rear Hub - Shimano TC500-HM-B; 148x12mm; 32 spoke; Centerlock
Rear Derailleur - Shimano CUES U6000 ; GS
Shift Levers - Rear: Shimano CUES U6000-10
Chain - Shimano LG500
Cassette - Shimano Cues LG400-9; 10 Speed
Chainset - FSA Direct Mount Steel Chainring; 36 tooth chainset; Crank: FSA CK-220 wide E-Bike Forged Crankset; 160mm
Pedals - VP VPE-527
Saddle - Merida Comp SL; V-mount; incl. Merida minitool
Seat Post - Merida Comp TR IV; 34.9mm diameter; in-line; 150mm seat post travel
Motor - Bosch Performance Line CX
Battery Capacity - 800Wh
eBike Display - Bosch Purion 200