Commençal META TR V4 SIGNATURE 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 160mm
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Travel Rear 140mm
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Fork Fox Factory Float 36
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Groupset XT
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
2022 Meta TR, 140 mm travel, 29'', Alloy 6066, triple butted tubes, T4, T6. Enduro bearings
Suspension Fork
FOX 36 Factory, 160 mm travel, 29", Grip 2 damper, HSC, LSC, HSR, LSR, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 44 mm offset, 1 Token
Rear Shock
FOX Float X Factory, 210 x 55 mm, LSC, LSR, 2-position adjustment
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO XT, 12s
Shift Levers
SHIMANO XT, 12s
Cassette
SHIMANO XT, 12s, 10-51t
Crank
SHIMANO XT, 170 mm crank arms, Boost, Chainring: SHIMANO XT, 32t, Dynamic Chain Engagement + Technology
Bottom Bracket
SHIMANO BBMT800, Pressfit
Chain
SHIMANO XT, 12s
Wheels
Front Hub
Rear: DT SWISS 350 - Front: DT SWISS 350, Rear: 28h, sealed bearings, 12 x 148 mm, Micro Spline, 36t ratchet, black - Front: 28h, sealed bearings, 15 x 110 mm, black
Rear Hub
Rear: DT SWISS 350 - Front: DT SWISS 350, Rear: 28h, sealed bearings, 12 x 148 mm, Micro Spline, 36t ratchet, black - Front: 28h, sealed bearings, 15 x 110 mm, black
Rims
DT SWISS XM 1700 29'', 29'', 28h, 30mm inner width
Tires
Rear: SCHWALBE Nobby Nic - Front: SCHWALBE Magic Mary, Rear: 29" x 2.35", Super Trail, Addix Soft, Tubeless Ready - Front: 29" x 2.4", Super Trail, Addix Soft, Tubeless Easy
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO XT, 4 pistons, I-Spec EV compatible, Rotor: Delivered with Shimano or Galfer discs.
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
FOX Transfer Factory, 31.6 mm, travel: 125 mm on S, 150 mm on M, 175 mm on L and 200 mm on XL, 1x lever + seat tube adaptor to 34.9 mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM High | SM Low | MD High | MD Low | LG High | LG Low | XL High | XL Low |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.28 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.22 mm | 1.24 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 345 mm | 341 mm | 345 mm | 341 mm | 345 mm | 341 mm | 345 mm | 341 mm |
| Front Center | 770 mm | 770 mm | 796 mm | 797 mm | 823 mm | 824 mm | 850 mm | 851 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 42 mm | 44 mm | 42 mm | 44 mm | 42 mm | 44 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 127 mm | 132 mm | 126 mm | 132 mm | 126 mm | 132 mm | 126 mm | 132 mm |
| Stack | 620 mm | 623 mm | 624 mm | 627 mm | 628 mm | 631 mm | 632 mm | 635 mm |
| Reach | 441 mm | 437 mm | 466 mm | 462 mm | 491 mm | 487 mm | 516 mm | 512 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 562 mm | 563 mm | 588 mm | 589 mm | 614 mm | 615 mm | 640 mm | 641 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 79 ° | 78.6 ° | 79 ° | 78.6 ° | 79 ° | 78.6 ° | 79 ° | 78.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 380 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 460 mm | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65 ° | 64.5 ° | 65 ° | 64.5 ° | 65 ° | 64.5 ° | 65 ° | 64.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 431 mm | 432 mm | 431 mm | 432 mm | 431 mm | 432 mm | 431 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1199 mm | 1200 mm | 1226 mm | 1227 mm | 1253 mm | 1254 mm | 1280 mm | 1281 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 29 mm | 33 mm | 29 mm | 33 mm | 29 mm | 33 mm | 29 mm | 33 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
META TR V4 SIGNATURE is a Commencal Meta Tr model. Commençal launched 61 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Commencal Meta Tr bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Commençal META TR 29 RIDE SRAM 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2400$. On the other hand, Commençal META TR V4 SIGNATURE 2023, is the most expensive and costs 5840$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 5840$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that META TR V4 SIGNATURE price is 111.44% higher than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail bike is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
META TR V4 SIGNATURE weighs 15.2 kg (33.51 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 17.1% less than META TR V4 SIGNATURE.
META TR V4 SIGNATURE components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Factory Float 36 model. The travel on this model is 160mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the FOX Float X Factory model, with a travel of 140mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
The wheels on META TR V4 SIGNATURE are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The META TR V4 SIGNATURE comes 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, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
Commençal META TR V4 SIGNATURE comes with a dropper post. 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.
