Commençal T.E.M.P.O. ESSENTIAL 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,000$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 125mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 34
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Groupset SLX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 190cm
XL
188cm - 210cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
T.E.M.P.O, 125 mm travel, 29'', Alloy 6066, triple butted tubes, T4, T6. Enduro bearings
Suspension Fork
FOX 34 Trail Performance, 140 mm travel, 29", Float, Grip damper, rebound, 3 positions, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 51 mm offset, 1 Tokens
Rear Shock
FOX FLOAT DPS Performance, 210 x 50 mm, rebound, 3 positions, Evol LV
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, Narrow-Wide
Bottom Bracket
BB92 Press Fit
Chain
SHIMANO SLX, 12s
Wheels
Front Hub
Rear: FORMULA MSL-148A - Front: FORMULA DC-711, Rear: 28h, sealed bearings, SHIMANO Microspline freehub body - Front: 28h, sealed bearings
Rear Hub
Rear: FORMULA MSL-148A - Front: FORMULA DC-711, Rear: 28h, sealed bearings, SHIMANO Microspline freehub body - Front: 28h, sealed bearings
Rims
DT SWISS XM 481, 29'', 28h, 30 mm inner width
Tires
Rear: MAXXIS Dissector - Front: MAXXIS DHR II, Rear: 29" x 2.4" WT, dual compound, EXO, Tubeless Ready - Front: 29" x 2.4" WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO, Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
TRP Trail Evo, 4 pistons, I-Spec EV, resin pads, Rotor: TRP R1 203 / 180 mm, 6-bolt
Cockpit
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
Grips
ODI Elite Motion, Single clamp, black
Headset
ACROS ZS56 / ZS56, Alloy cups, sealed bearings, Integrated cable routing
Seat
Saddle
FIZIK Terra Alpaca X5, 145 mm width, S-alloy rails
Seatpost
KINDHSOCK Lev Integra, 31.6 mm, 150 mm on S, 175 mm on M, 200 mm on L/XL
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 339 mm | 339 mm | 339 mm | 339 mm |
| Front Center | 757 mm | 779 mm | 801 mm | 823 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 112 mm | 114 mm | 114 mm | 112 mm |
| Stack | 621 mm | 625.5 mm | 630 mm | 634.5 mm |
| Reach | 427 mm | 447 mm | 467 mm | 487 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 576 mm | 597 mm | 618.5 mm | 639.9 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.6 ° | 76.6 ° | 76.6 ° | 76.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 420 mm | 440 mm | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1187 mm | 1208 mm | 1235 mm | 1258 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 180 cm | 190 cm | 210 cm |
About this model
T.E.M.P.O. ESSENTIAL completes the Commencal Tempo model. There are 11 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Commençal T.E.M.P.O. RIDE 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3200$. Commençal T.E.M.P.O. SIGNATURE LTD 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 6200$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2022 for 4000$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that T.E.M.P.O. ESSENTIAL price is 44.82% more expensive than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the Fox Performance Float 34 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 140mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the FOX FLOAT DPS Performance model, with a travel of 125mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the T.E.M.P.O. ESSENTIAL bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Commençal T.E.M.P.O. ESSENTIAL is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 210 cm (5.18 ft – 6.89 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
Commençal T.E.M.P.O. ESSENTIAL includes a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.