Commençal META SX V4 ESSENTIAL 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,300$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 38
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Groupset SLX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
2022 Meta SX, 160 mm travel, 29''-27.5'', Alloy 6066, triple butted tubes, T4, T6. Enduro bearings
Suspension Fork
FOX 38 Performance, 170 mm travel, 29", Fit Grip damper, 3 positions, rebound, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 44 mm offset, 2 Tokens
Rear Shock
FOX Float X Performance, 230 x 62.5 mm, 2-pos lever, rebound
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO SLX, 12s
Shift Levers
SHIMANO SLX, 12s
Cassette
SHIMANO SLX, 12s, 10-51t
Crank
SHIMANO SLX, 170 mm crank arms, Boost, Chainring: SHIMANO SLX, 32t, Dynamic Chain Engagement + Technology
Bottom Bracket
BB92
Chain
SHIMANO SLX, 12s
Wheels
Front Hub
Rear: FORMULA MSL-148A - Front: FORMULA DC-711, Rear: 32h, sealed bearings, Micro Spline - Front: 32h, sealed bearings
Rear Hub
Rear: FORMULA MSL-148A - Front: FORMULA DC-711, Rear: 32h, sealed bearings, Micro Spline - Front: 32h, sealed bearings
Rims
Rear: DT SWISS E532 27.5'' - Front: DT SWISS E532 29'', Rear: 27.5'', 32h, 30 mm inner width - Front: 29'', 32h, 30 mm inner width
Tires
Rear: MAXXIS DHR II - Front: MAXXIS Assegai, Rear: 27.5" x 2.4", WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+, Tubeless Ready - Front: 29" x 2.5", WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO, Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO SLX, 4 pistons, I-Spec EV compatible, Rotors: SHIMANO SM-RT76 203 mm, 6 holes
Cockpit
Stem
RIDE ALPHA Freeride 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
Grips
ODI Elite Motion, Soft pro compound, single clamp, black
Headset
ACROS ZS44/ZS56, Alloy cups, sealed bearings
Seat
Saddle
FIZIK Terra Alpaca X5, 145 mm width, S-alloy rails
Seatpost
KS Rage-I, 34.9 mm, travel: 125 mm on S, 150 mm on M, 170 mm on L, 190 mm on XL, SouthPaw alloy remote
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM High | SM Low | MD High | MD Low | LG High | LG Low | XL High | XL Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.28 mm |
| Front Center | 789 mm | 789 mm | 811 mm | 811 mm | 838 mm | 838 mm | 865 mm | 865 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 139 mm | 147 mm | 139 mm | 147 mm | 139 mm | 147 mm | 139 mm | 147 mm |
| Stack | 627 mm | 630 mm | 631 mm | 634 mm | 636 mm | 639 mm | 640 mm | 644 mm |
| Reach | 437 mm | 433 mm | 457 mm | 453 mm | 482 mm | 478 mm | 507 mm | 503 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 567 mm | 587 mm | 588 mm | 613 mm | 614 mm | 640 mm | 641 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 78.5 ° | 78.1 ° | 78.5 ° | 78.1 ° | 78.5 ° | 78.1 ° | 78.5 ° | 78.1 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 380 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 460 mm | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64 ° | 63.6 ° | 64 ° | 63.6 ° | 64 ° | 63.6 ° | 64 ° | 63.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 439 mm | 440 mm | 439 mm | 440 mm | 444 mm | 445 mm | 444 mm | 445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1228 mm | 1229 mm | 1250 mm | 1251 mm | 1282 mm | 1283 mm | 1309 mm | 1310 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 4 mm | 1 mm | 4 mm | 1 mm | 4 mm | 1 mm | 4 mm | 1 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
META SX V4 ESSENTIAL completes the Commencal Meta Sx model. 36 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Commençal META SX V4 ORIGIN 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3200$. Commençal META SX 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 7326$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Enduro bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This bike was released in 2022 and its price was 4300$. Comparing the average cost of an Enduro bike to this one, you will see that META SX V4 ESSENTIAL price is 19.48% higher.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Performance Float 38 model. The travel on this model is 170mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the FOX Float X Performance rear shock model, which has a travel of 160mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the META SX V4 ESSENTIAL model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Commençal META SX V4 ESSENTIAL has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the META SX V4 ESSENTIAL. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.