Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 150mm -
Fork RockShox Lyrik Ultimate
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Groupset GX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
META V5, 150 mm travel, 29'', Alloy 6066, triple butted tubes, T4, T6. Bolu bearings
Suspension Fork
ROCKSHOX Lyrik Ultimate, 160 mm travel, 29", Charger 3 RC2 W/ButterCups damper, DebonAir+ W/ButterCups, LSC, HSC, rebound, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 44 mm offset, 0 Token
Rear Shock
ROCKSHOX Super Deluxe Ultimate AIR, 210 x 55 mm, 2-position adjustment
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12s
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle, 12s
Cassette
SRAM GX Eagle, 12s, 10-52t
Crank
SRAM GX Eagle, 170 mm crank arms, DUB, Boost, Chainring: SRAM GX Eagle, 32t, Narrow-Wide
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB WIDE, Pressfit
Chain
SRAM XX1 Eagle, 12s
Wheels
Front Hub
DT SWISS 350, Rear: 28h, sealed bearings, 12 x 148 mm, XD driver, 36t ratchet, black - Front: 28h, sealed bearings, 15 x 110 mm, black
Rear Hub
DT SWISS 350, Rear: 28h, sealed bearings, 12 x 148 mm, XD driver, 36t ratchet, black - Front: 28h, sealed bearings, 15 x 110 mm, black
Rims
DT SWISS EX511 29'', 29'', 28h, 30 mm inner width
Tires
Rear: MAXXIS DHR II - Front: MAXXIS Assegai, Rear: 29"x2.4" WT, DoubleDown, 3C MaxxGrip, Tubeless Ready - Front: 29"x2.5" WT, DoubleDown, 3C MaxxGrip, Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code Silver Stealth, 4 pistons, Rotor: SRAM HS2 200 mm, 6-bolt
Cockpit
Stem
TRUVATIV Descendant, 40 mm extension, 35 mm
Handlebar
TRUVATIV Descendant, 35 mm, 800 mm width, 25 mm rise, Alloy
Grips
RENTHAL Lock-On, Ultra Soft compound, double clamp, black
Headset
ACROS ZS56 / ZS56, Alloy cups, sealed bearings
Seat
Saddle
FIZIK Terra Alpaca X5, 145 mm width, S-alloy rails
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth, 34.9 mm, travel: 175 mm
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 | 1.44 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 354 mm | 349 mm | 354 mm | 349 mm | 354 mm | 349 mm | 354 mm | 349 mm |
| Front Center | 780 mm | 779 mm | 802 mm | 801 mm | 831 mm | 830 mm | 854 mm | 852 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 123 mm | 123 mm | 122 mm | 123 mm |
| Stack | 625.8 mm | 623.3 mm | 630.3 mm | 627.8 mm | 634.8 mm | 632.4 mm | 639.3 mm | 636.9 mm |
| Reach | 437 mm | 432.4 mm | 457 mm | 452.4 mm | 477 mm | 472.5 mm | 497 mm | 492.4 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 568.6 mm | 569.9 mm | 589.6 mm | 590.9 mm | 610.5 mm | 611.8 mm | 631.5 mm | 632.8 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 78.2 ° | 77.7 ° | 78.2 ° | 77.8 ° | 78.2 ° | 77.8 ° | 78.2 ° | 77.8 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 380 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 460 mm | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.5 ° | 64.1 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.1 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.1 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.1 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 135 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 433 mm | 432 mm | 433 mm | 437 mm | 438 mm | 437 mm | 438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1211 mm | 1212 mm | 1233 mm | 1234 mm | 1267 mm | 1268 mm | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 20 mm | 25 mm | 20 mm | 25 mm | 20 mm | 25 mm | 20 mm | 25 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
META V5 is a Commencal Meta V5 model. There are 9 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Commencal Meta V5 bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Commençal CADRE COMMENCAL META V5 2023 has a starting price of 2224$. Commençal META V5 T-TYPE 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 6200$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Enduro bikes
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Commençal released this model in 2023, its price was 5295$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that META V5 price is 47.12% higher than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Lyrik Ultimate is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 160mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the ROCKSHOX Super Deluxe Ultimate AIR rear shock model, which has a travel of 150mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
The wheels on META V5 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
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, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
Commençal META V5 includes 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.