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META POWER 29 ESSENTIAL
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro e-bike with upper mid-range components.
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$6,000| Weight | 54.7 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 160 / 170mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 38 |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SLX |
| Motor | Shimano 250W 85Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Shimano 630Wh |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 6'0"
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Summary
The Commençal Meta Power trail bike is a versatile and confident descender, offering a fun ride across a wide range of terrains. It boasts a solid climbing performance thanks to its steep seat tube and Shimano EP8 drive unit, alongside an impressive range from its 630Wh battery. However, its weight and some component choices may limit maneuverability in tight spots and affect the overall ride quality.
Versatile trail riding e-MTB
Confident descender
Good climbing performance with Shimano EP8 drive unit
630Wh battery provides impressive range
Reasonable price for the performance
Heavy weight affects maneuverability
Mediocre suspension components
Can be a handful in tight spots
SRAM SX drivetrain and Guide T brakes not favored
With the battery now hidden inside the 6066 alloy frame, the Meta AM Power casts a very similar shadow to the analogue bike.
MBRThe Meta Power TR is a versatile trail riding e-MTB at a very competitive price.
Outdoor Gear LabThis bike is long and slack, it feels great at speed and doesn't shy away from aggressive terrain.
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Mar 2022 · Jeremy Benson
E-bikes are expensive, so we're always on the hunt for great values like the Commencal Meta Power TR 29 Ride. It's one of the least expensive eMTBs we've...
Reasonable price (relatively speaking)
Fun on a wide range of terrain
Confident descender
Solid distance range
Mediocre suspension components
SRAM SX drivetrain
Can be a handful in tight spots
Sep 2021 · Matt Beer
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Feb 2021 · Alan Muldoon
With the Commencal Meta Power 29, you have the battery capacity and the power, but the elevated BB height perches the rider on top, rather than in the bike.
Rips up climbs
Mismatched suspension
Aug 2020 · Tyler Benedict
The 2021 Commencal META Power e-mountain bikes get clever design features to make the most of the latest 38mm forks & Shimano EP8 motors!
Mar 2020 · Drew Rohde
If you're looking for a capable, long travel 29er ebike that can plow the trails, check out this review. Commencal Bikes offer users a consumer direct experience that is quite impressive and matches the look and ride of their bikes.
Dec 2019 · Felix Stix, Robin Schmitt, Jonas Müssig
The COMMENCAL META POWER 29 TEAM is the most affordable eMTB on test. Can it keep up with bikes costing almost twice as much?
Unbeatable value for money
Clever and robust spec
Excellent suspension and easy set-up
Poor finishing quality on the frame
Dropper post is difficult to operate
| Frame | 2021 Meta Power 29, 160 mm travel, 29'', Alloy 6066, triple butted tubes, T4, T6. Enduro bearings Color: Shiny Finish |
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| Fork | FOX 38 Performance E-Bike, 170 mm travel, 29", Fit Grip damper, 3 positions, rebound, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 44 mm offset, oversized crown Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX Float X Performance, 230 x 60 mm, LSR, 2-position adjustment Travel: 160mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SHIMANO |
| Headset | ACROS ZS56 / ZS66, Alloy cups, sealed bearings |
| Stem | RIDE ALPHA Freeride 50, 50 mm extension, 31,8 mm |
| Handlebar | RIDE ALPHA R20 E-Bike, 31,8 mm, 780 mm width, 20 mm rise, Alloy 6061, electric wire internal routing |
| Saddle | WTB Silverado, Narrow shape, Cr-Mo rails |
| Seatpost | KINDSHOCK Lev Si, 31,6 mm, travel: 125 mm on S, 150 mm on M, 175 mm on L & XL, SouthPaw alloy remote Type: Dropper |
| Grips | RIDE ALPHA DH, Ultra-soft compound, single clamp, black |
| Rear Derailleur | SHIMANO SLX, 12s |
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| Crank | E13 or SHIMANO, 160 MM crank arms |
| Shifters | SHIMANO SLX, 12s |
| Cassette | SHIMANO Deore, 12s, 10-51t |
| Chain | SHIMANO Deore, 12s |
| Chain Guide | RIDE ALPHA EP8, 32-34t |
| Brakes | SHIMANO Deore, 4 pistons, I-Spec EV compatible Type: Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT SWISS H552, 29'', 32h, 30 mm inner width |
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| Front Hub | Rear: FORMULA MSC-148S - Front: FORMULA CL-811, Rear: 32h, sealed bearings, e-bike specific - Front: 32h, sealed bearings |
| Rear Hub | Rear: FORMULA MSC-148S - Front: FORMULA CL-811, Rear: 32h, sealed bearings, e-bike specific - Front: 32h, sealed bearings |
| Tires | Rear: SCHWALBE Big Betty - Front: SCHWALBE Magic Mary, Rear: 29 x 2.4, Super Gravity, Addix Soft - Front: 29 x 2.4, Super Gravity, Addix Soft |
| Disc Rotors | SHIMANO RT-MT800 203 MM, Centerlock, integrated magnet |
| Motor | SHIMANO DU-EP800, 250 W, 85 Nm |
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| Battery | SHIMANO BT-E8036, 630Wh |
| Display | SHIMANO SC-EM800, LCD colored display featuring: Clock, Assist mode display, Battery charge level, Current Speed, Maximum speed, Average speed, Trip distance, Trip time, Estimated range, Range overview, Cadence, Human output power (as scale indicator), Calorie setting, Maintenance alert, Bluetooth LE connection (for E-Tube Project communication) |
First added September 11
Last updated March 28
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