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Commençal META POWER 29 ESSENTIAL 2023

2023 E-bike
Estimate price | 4,473$
Weight | 23.8 kg
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Commencal Meta Power 29 Essential 2023

Bike details

Overview

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

  • Category
  • Frame Aluminum
  • Wheels 29"
  • Travel Front 170mm
  • Travel Rear 160mm
  • Fork Fox Performance Float 36
  • Groupset SLX, Shimano
  • Suspension Full
  • Motor Shimano 250W 70Nm mid-drive
  • Battery SHIMANO E8035, 504 Wh
  • Drivetrain 1 × 12
  • Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing

Recommended size guide.

  • SM

    151cm - 170cm

  • MD

    168cm - 180cm

  • LG

    178cm - 190cm

  • XL

    188cm - 210cm

Parts list

Components

Main components, grouped by system.

Bike components

Frame

Frame

2020 META Power 29 (integrated battery), 160 mm travel, 29'', Alloy 6066, triple butted tubes, T4, T6. Enduro bearings

Suspension Fork

FOX 36 Performance, 170 mm travel, 29", FLOAT, Grip, 3 positions lever for compression, rebound, Boost (QR 15 x 110 mm), 51 mm offset

Rear Shock

FOX DPX2 Performance, 230 x 60 mm, EVOL, 3 positions lever for compression. Rebound. 0,4 air volume spacer

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

SHIMANO SLX, 12 sp

Shift Levers

SHIMANO SLX, 12 sp, Rapidfire Plus

Cassette

SHIMANO SLX, 12 sp, 10-51t

Crank

SHIMANO E8000, 165 mm, Forged

Bottom Bracket

SHIMANO

Chain

SHIMANO SLX, 12 sp, 118 links

Chain Guide

RIDE ALPHA 34t, Shimano Steps specific

Wheels

Front Hub

SHIMANO SLX, 32 holes, Centerlock, 15 x 110 mm front, 12 x 148 mm rear, MicroSpline freehub body

Rear Hub

SHIMANO SLX, 32 holes, Centerlock, 15 x 110 mm front, 12 x 148 mm rear, MicroSpline freehub body

Rims

E13 LG1 DH Plus 29'', 32 holes, 30 mm inner width, tubeless ready

Tires

MAXXIS Dissector Front and Rear

Brakes

Brakes

SHIMANO SLX 4 pistons, 203 mm rotors, RT-MT800 rotor front, RT-MT810 rotor rear (with integrated magnet)

Cockpit

Stem

RIDE ALPHA Freeride, 50 mm, 31,8 mm, 0? angle, 2014 alloy

Handlebar

RIDE ALPHA, 20 mm rise, 780 mm, 31,8 mm, 7050 alloy, double butted

Grips

RIDE ALPHA, DH Grips, black, Ultra soft compound, single clamp

Headset

CANE CREEK ZS44/ZS56

Seat

Saddle

SDG

Seatpost

KINDSHOCK Ragei, 31.6 mm, Southpaw alloy lever, 100 mm on S, 125 mm on M, 150 mm on L and XL

Motor & Battery

Motor

SHIMANO E8000, 250 W, 70 Nm

Battery

SHIMANO E8035, 504 Wh

Fit data

Geometry

Numbers for sizing and ride feel.

SizeSMMDLGXL
Stack Reach Ratio
1.47 mm1.41 mm1.35 mm1.29 mm
Bottom Bracket Height
354 mm354 mm354 mm354 mm
Front Center
771 mm793 mm821 mm848 mm
Rake
51 mm50 mm51 mm51 mm
Trail
118 mm119 mm118 mm118 mm
Stack
628 mm633 mm638 mm643 mm
Reach
428 mm448 mm473 mm498 mm
Top Tube Length
571 mm593 mm620 mm646 mm
Seat Tube Angle
77 °77 °77 °77 °
Seat Tube Length
415 mm440 mm465 mm495 mm
Head Tube Angle
65 °65 °65 °65 °
Head Tube Length
120 mm125 mm130 mm135 mm
Chainstay Length
451 mm451 mm451 mm451 mm
Wheelbase
1221 mm1243 mm1271 mm1298 mm
Bottom Bracket Drop
20 mm20 mm20 mm20 mm
Wheels29"29"29"29"
Rider Min Height151 cm168 cm178 cm188 cm
Rider Max Height170 cm180 cm190 cm210 cm

About this model

META POWER 29 ESSENTIAL is part of the Commencal E Meta Power model. Commençal launched 89 e-bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Commencal E Meta Power e-bikes models from 2023, here.

Model range prices

The most economical model, the Commençal KIT COMMENCAL META POWER 29 – Frame 2023 has a starting price of 2654$. Commençal META POWER SX TEAM 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 7326$.

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 Enduro e-bikes

According to our calculations, the average cost of an Enduro e-bike that is reliable is 4785$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro e-bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality e-bike. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.

When Commençal released this model in 2023, its price was 4141$. Comparing this to the average Enduro e-bike price, we see that the price is 15.55% lower.

Average weight for Enduro e-bikes

Enduro e-bikes weigh an average of 23.42 kg (51.63 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.

Weighing 23.8 kg (52.47 lbs), the META POWER 29 ESSENTIAL model is slightly heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 1.62% heavier than the average weight of Enduro e-bikes.

Overview of components

Fork

The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Performance Float 36 model. The travel on this model is 170mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.

Rear Shock

The META POWER 29 ESSENTIAL has a rear shock with a travel of 160mm. The model FOX DPX2 Performance is the one installed in this e-bike. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.

Wheels

As for the wheels, Commençal META POWER 29 ESSENTIAL 2023, has a 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 e-bike itself.

Brakes

Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.

Sizes

META POWER 29 ESSENTIAL comes in 4 sizes, that range from 151 cm – 210 cm (4.95 ft – 6.89 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.

Dropper post

Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.