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META AM V4.2
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike.
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$4,899| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full |
| Wheels | 27.5″ |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Commençal Meta AM is a robust enduro bike praised for its aggressive geometry, stable suspension, and solid build quality. It excels in downhill performance and technical terrain, though it may require adjustments for optimal suspension performance and isn't the most eager climber. The bike's aluminum frame and well-chosen components offer great value, making it a favorite among riders looking for a durable and capable enduro machine.
Aggressive geometry for descending
Stable and efficient suspension
Solid build quality and value
Well-chosen components
Durable aluminum frame
Requires suspension adjustments
Not the most eager climber
Tall seat tube can be intrusive
Heavy setup with burly tires
Rear shock lacks adjustability
This is not one of those all-mountain bikes that, like the Trek Remedy I tested back in November, will happily pull double-duty as a trail bike.
BIKE MagazineCommencal has a knack of getting frame stiffness just right and the Meta V4.2 is no exception here
BikeRadarThe COMMENCAL META AM V4 is a capable beast. From flow to gnar, this bike is in its element whatever you chuck at it.
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineFeedback?
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Jul 2018 · Christoph Bayer
COMMENCAL is on a roll: Cecile Ravanel has been dominating the Enduro World Series, and so far Amaury Pierron has consecutively taken the top step of the 2018 Downhill World Cup. Will the recently introduced COMMENCAL META AM 29 also come out on top in this group test? For an overview of the test fleet […]
Jul 2018 · McCoy
Ready to take on all parts of the mountain
Jun 2018 · Daniel Naftali
It almost seems as if 29″ wheels are taking over, even in the long travel realm… A few weeks ago we were invited to Spain, in Ainsa to be precise, on the same tracks where the EWS stop was held, to experience the new Meta AM 29 in person. The Meta AM 29 is not new: we saw it under Cecile Ravanel in the French stage of the EWS, conquering everything in her path, propelling her to the highest step of the podium. Below we go over all the specs and our first ride impressions of this new, formidable beast. The new Meta AM 29 29″
Jun 2018 · Mike Kazimer
Commencal's new 29er is one burly machine, with 160mm of coil-sprung suspension in the rear, and 170mm of travel up front.
Excellent parts spec for the price
Excels on rough, steep terrain
Fits a water bottle inside the front triangle
Heavy
Wide seatstays may hit calves, knees
May 2018
The Loam Wolf reviews the insanely capable Commencal Meta AM V4.2 With an impressive spec, aggressive all-mountain geometry and great value, the Commencal Meta is a worthwhile recommendation for aggressive riders who love steep terrain.
Nov 2017
The obligatory suspension fiddling: With sag gradients on the fork and shock, getting your baseline sag set is fuss free, but we’re still making refinements to the setup. After a bit of internet trawling, we initially set the rear end up with about 25% sag (some reviewers out there felt the Meta rode best with less sag …
Jun 2017
We test out the Commencal Meta AM V4.2, an enduro-ready brawler from the Andorran brand.
Apr 2017 · Rob Weaver
With a hard to fault spec, sorted suspension and a great ride feel, the Meta AM V4.2 is tough to pick fault with, but the tall seat tube and heel clipping back-end mean it’ll not be for everyone. Buy if you’re looking for supportive, well-balanced suspension and a good spec, and are leggy enough to work with the tall seat tube
Well supported, progressive suspension that lets you push the bike really hard and feels incredibly well balanced
Nice aggressive angle for going down and steep and stretched enough to make climbing less of a chore, especially considering the weight
Great kit spec that feels solid and good value for money
Good 12mm BB drop that helps you feel more ‘in’ the bike
Great balance of chassis stiffness
Tall seat tube can get in the way, even for quite tall riders
Pivots loosened off after a few days of hard riding
The reach isn’t that long
Wide rear triangle might affect foot placement on the pedals to avoid contact
First added June 12
Last updated June 12
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