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META SX V5 ESSENTIAL
A 29″ / 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with upper mid-range components.
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$4,500| Weight | 36.2 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 165 / 170mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 38 |
| Shock | Fox Float X2 Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SLX |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Summary
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 V5, 165 mm travel, 29''-27.5'', Alloy 6066, triple butted tubes, T4, T6 BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Clear Silver, Shiny Finish |
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| Fork | FOX 38 Performance, 170 mm travel, 29", Fit Grip damper, 3 positions, rebound, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 44 mm offset, 2 spacers Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX Float X2 Performance, 230 x 65 mm, 2-pos lever, LSC, LSR, 0.3 spacer x2 Travel: 165mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Press Fit BB 92 |
| Headset | ACROS ZS56 / ZS56, Alloy cups, sealed bearings |
| Stem | RIDE ALPHA 40, 40 mm extension, 31,8 mm |
| Handlebar | RIDE ALPHA R20 760 on S - RIDE ALPHA R27 780 on M / L - RIDE ALPHA R27 800 on XL, 31.8 mm, 760 mm width, 20 mm rise, Alloy 6061 on S - 31.8 mm, 780 mm width, 27 mm rise, Alloy 6061 on M / L - 31.8 mm, 800 mm width, 27 mm rise, Alloy 6061 on XL |
| Saddle | SDG Bel Air V3, 140 mm width, steel rails |
| Seatpost | KS Rage-i, 34.9 mm, travel: 125 mm on S, 170 mm on M/L and 190 mm on XL, SouthPaw alloy remote Type: Dropper |
| Grips | ODI Longneck, Soft compound, single clamp, black |
| Rear Derailleur | SHIMANO SLX, 12s |
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| Crank | SHIMANO SLX, 170 mm crank arms, Boost, Chainring: SHIMANO SLX, 32t, Dynamic Chain Engagement + Technology |
| Shifters | SHIMANO SLX, 12s |
| Cassette | SHIMANO SLX, 12s, 10-51t |
| Chain | SHIMANO SLX, 12s |
| Chain Guide | RIDE ALPHA, 32t-34t |
| Brakes | SHIMANO SLX, 4 pistons, resin pads, I-Spec EV compatible, Rotors: SHIMANO SM-RT76 203 mm, 6 holes Type: Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT SWISS E 532, Rear: 27.5'', 32h, 30 mm inner width - Front: 29'', 32h, 30 mm inner width |
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| Front Hub | Rear: FORMULA MSL-148A - Front: FORMULA DC-711, Rear: 32h, sealed bearings, 12 x 148 mm, Micro Spline - Front: 32h, sealed bearings, 15 x 110 mm |
| Rear Hub | Rear: FORMULA MSL-148A - Front: FORMULA DC-711, Rear: 32h, sealed bearings, 12 x 148 mm, Micro Spline - Front: 32h, sealed bearings, 15 x 110 mm |
| Tires | Rear: MAXXIS DHR II - Front: MAXXIS Assegai, Rear: 27.5"x2.4" WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+, Tubeless Ready - Front: 29"x2.5" WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO, Tubeless Ready |
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