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META SX
A 29″ / 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
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€5,751($6,688)| Weight | 8.6 lbs (frame) |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 160 / 170mm |
| Fork | Fox Factory Float 38 |
| Shock | Fox Float X2 Factory |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XX1 Eagle, GX Eagle |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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The Commençal Meta SX is a versatile enduro bike that excels in high-speed stability and performance, with a design that balances playfulness and ruggedness. It features a refined frame and improved suspension kinematics, making it a strong contender in its category. However, its handling may require adaptation from riders, especially in tighter trails, and its geometry might not suit everyone.
High-speed stability
Versatile over a variety of terrain
Excellent value for money
Refined frame design
Improved suspension kinematics
Excessive handlebar flop on slower, techier trails
Slacker seat tube angle may not suit all riders
Longer rear end affects nimbleness
The Meta SX V5 is a beast of a bike that needs a warrior to fight it into submission.
NSMBThis bike is FAST, we mean REALLY F*#KING FAST!
Revolution Mountain Bike MagazineIt finally felt like the enduro bike had arrived in earnest.Pinkbike
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Oct 2023
Commencal's mixed-wheel long travel bike blurs the line between trail and enduro.
Jun 2023 · Henry Quinney
That said, a good bike is all about balance, and we look forward to receiving one for review..
Jan 2023 · Scotty Prendergast
For a brand born and bred in the hills of the Andorran high country, whenever the crew at [R]evolution get their paws on one of Commencals new whips for review, we’re always drooling with anticipation to see how any of their bikes are going to handle out in the wild. Watch the vid and read up on our thoughts!
| Frame | Meta SX, 160 mm travel, 29''-27.5'', Alloy 6066, triple butted tubes, T4, T6. Enduro bearings BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Dust Yellow, Matte Finish |
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| Fork | FOX 38 Factory, 170 mm travel, 29", Grip 2 damper, HSC, LSC, HSR, LSR, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 44 mm offset, 2 Tokens Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX Float X2 Factory, 230 x 62.5 mm, HSC, LSC, HSR, LSR, 2-postion adjustment Travel: 160mm |
| Bottom Bracket | BB92 |
| Headset | CANE CREEK Series 40 ZS44/ZS56, Alloy cups, sealed bearings |
| Stem | TRUVATIV Descendant, 40 mm extension, 35 mm |
| Handlebar | TRUVATIV Descendant, 35 mm, 800 mm width, 25 mm rise, Alloy,Black |
| Saddle | FIZIK Terra Alpaca X5, 145 mm width, S-alloy rails |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb, 34.9 mm, travel: 200 mm, Hydraulic lever Type: Dropper |
| Grips | RIDE ALPHA DH, Ultra-soft compound, single clamp, black |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle, 12s |
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| Crank | SRAM XX1 Eagle, 170 mm crank arms, Carbon, DUB, Boost, Chainring: SRAM XX1 Eagle, 32t, Narrow-Wide |
| Shifters | SRAM GX Eagle, 12s |
| Cassette | SRAM GX Eagle, 12s, 10-52t |
| Chain | KMC X12, 12s, Silver/Black |
| Brakes | SHIMANO XT, 4 pistons, I-Spec EV compatible, Rotors: SHIMANO SM-RT86, 6-bolt, 203 mm Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Rear: CRANKBROTHERS Synthesis Enduro Alloy - Front: CRANKBROTHERS Synthesis Enduro Alloy, Rear: 27,5", 32 holes, 29.5 mm inner width - Front: 29", 28 holes, 31.5 mm inner width |
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| Front Hub | Rear: FORMULA MSL-148A - Front: FORMULA DC-711, Rear: 28h, sealed bearings - Front: 28h, sealed bearings |
| Rear Hub | Rear: FORMULA MSL-148A - Front: FORMULA DC-711, Rear: 28h, sealed bearings - Front: 28h, sealed bearings |
| Tires | Rear: SCHWALBE Big Betty - Front: SCHWALBE Magic Mary, Rear: 27.5"x2.4", Super Gravity, Addix Soft, Tubeless Ready - Front: 29"x2.4", Super Gravity, Addix Ultra Soft, Tubeless Ready |
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Last updated April 15
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