Commençal CLASH ESSENTIAL 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,074$
Weight | 16 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 180mm -
Travel Rear 170mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 38
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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
CLASH, 170 mm travel, 27.5'', Alloy 6069, triple butted tubes, T4, T6. Enduro bearings
Suspension Fork
FOX 38 Performance, 180 mm travel, 27.5", Fit Grip damper, 3 positions, rebound, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 37 mm offset
Rear Shock
FOX Float X2 Performance, 230 x 65 mm, LSC, LSR, 2-position adjustment
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO SLX, 12 sp
Shift Levers
SHIMANO SLX, 12 sp
Cassette
SHIMANO SLX, 12 sp, 10-51t
Crank
SHIMANO SLX, 170 mm crank arms, Boost, Chainring: SHIMANO SLX, 34t, Dynamic Chain Engagement + Technology
Bottom Bracket
SHIMANO BB71-41A, Pressfit
Chain
SHIMANO SLX, 12 sp
Wheels
Front Hub
Rear: FORMULA MSC-148A - Front: FORMULA CL-811, Rear: 32h, sealed bearings - Front: 32h, sealed bearings
Rear Hub
Rear: FORMULA MSC-148A - Front: FORMULA CL-811, Rear: 32h, sealed bearings - Front: 32h, sealed bearings
Rims
DT SWISS E532, 27.5'', 32h, 30 mm inner width
Tires
Rear: MAXXIS Dissector - Front: MAXXIS Assegai, Rear: 27.5"x2.4" WT, 3C, EXO+, Tubeless Ready - Front: 27.5"x2.5" WT, 3C, EXO+, Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO SLX, 4 pistons, I-Spec EV compatible, Rotor: SHIMANO RT-MT800 203 mm, Centerlock, Ice Technology Freeza
Cockpit
Stem
RIDE ALPHA Freeride 40, 40 mm extension, 31.8 mm
Handlebar
RIDE ALPHA R27, 31.8 mm, 780 mm width, 27 mm rise, Alloy 7050
Grips
ODI
Headset
ACROS ZS44/ZS56, Alloy cups, sealed bearings
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado, Narrow shape, Cr-Mo 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 | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.28 mm | 1.22 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm |
| Front Center | 782 mm | 804 mm | 831 mm | 858 mm |
| Rake | 37 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm |
| Trail | 132 mm | 132 mm | 132 mm | 129 mm |
| Stack | 616 mm | 621 mm | 625 mm | 632 mm |
| Reach | 442 mm | 462 mm | 487 mm | 517 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 583 mm | 604 mm | 630 mm | 663 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.2 ° | 77.2 ° | 77.2 ° | 77.2 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 418 mm | 440 mm | 465 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1213 mm | 1235 mm | 1262 mm | 1289 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm |
| Standover Height | 725 mm | 730 mm | 727 mm | 732 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| 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
CLASH ESSENTIAL is a Commencal Clash model. There are 90 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Commencal Clash bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Commençal CLASH JUNIOR 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2017$. On the other hand, Commençal CLASH SIGNATURE BURGTEC LTD 2023, is the most expensive and costs 5946$.
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.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3599$. However, you could also get a good Enduro bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Commençal CLASH ESSENTIAL price was 3109$. Comparing this to the average Enduro bike price, we see that the price is 15.76% smaller.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
Enduro bikes have an average weight of 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Commençal CLASH ESSENTIAL it’s weighing 16 kg (35.27 lbs). At this weight, is considerably heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 12.12% heavier than the average weight of Enduro bikes.
CLASH ESSENTIAL components
Fork
The CLASH ESSENTIAL comes factory-installed with the Fox Performance Float 38 fork. This has a travel range of 180mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is FOX Float X2 Performance, with a travel distance of 170mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
The wheels on CLASH ESSENTIAL are the 27.5″ aluminum type. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has 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
Commençal CLASH ESSENTIAL bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 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
A dropper post is included with the CLASH ESSENTIAL. 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.