Commençal META AM 29 OHLINS ED 2021
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 170mm
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Travel Rear 160mm
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Fork Öhlins
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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
Recommended size guide.
SM
162cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 184cm
LG
181cm - 194cm
XL
191cm - 205cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
2021 Meta AM 29, 160 mm travel, 29'', Alloy 6066, triple butted tubes, T4, T6. Enduro bearings
Suspension Fork
ÖHLINS RXF36 m.2 Air, 170 mm travel, 29", TTX 18 damper, Ramp Up chamber, LSC, HSC, rebound, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 44 mm offset
Rear Shock
ÖHLINS TTX22M, 230 x 62,5 mm, HSC, LSC, rebound. Spring rates: 343 lbs on S, 388 lbs on M, 434 lbs on L, 480 lbs on XL
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, MicroSpline, 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, MicroSpline, 36t ratchet, black - Front: 28h, sealed bearings, 15 x 110 mm, black
Rims
DT SWISS EX511, 29'', 28h, 30mm inner width
Tires
Rear: SCHWALBE Big Betty - Front: SCHWALBE Magic Mary, Rear: 29 x 2.4, Super Trail, Addix Soft - Front: 29 x 2.4, Super Trail, Addix Soft
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO XT, 4 pistons, I-Spec EV compatible, Rotors: SHIMANO RT-MT900 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
YES
Headset
ACROS ZS44/ZS56, Alloy cups, sealed bearings
Seat
Saddle
FABRIC Scoop Flat Elite, Cr-Mo rails
Seatpost
KS Lev Integra, 34,9 mm, travel: 125 mm on S, 150 mm on M, 175 mm on L, 200 mm on XL, SouthPaw alloy remote
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.25 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 353 mm | 353 mm | 353 mm | 353 mm |
| Front Center | 799 mm | 826 mm | 853 mm | 880 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 136 mm | 137 mm | 137 mm | 137 mm |
| Stack | 630 mm | 635 mm | 639 mm | 644 mm |
| Reach | 442 mm | 467 mm | 492 mm | 517 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 570 mm | 597 mm | 623 mm | 649 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 78.5 ° | 78.5 ° | 78.5 ° | 78.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 420 mm | 440 mm | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 63.6 ° | 63.6 ° | 63.6 ° | 63.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1228 mm | 1255 mm | 1282 mm | 1309 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 21 mm | 21 mm | 21 mm | 21 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 162 cm | 171 cm | 181 cm | 191 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 174 cm | 184 cm | 194 cm | 205 cm |
About this model
META AM 29 OHLINS ED completes the Commencal Meta Am model. 60 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Commencal Meta Am bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Commençal META AM 29 ORIGIN 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2499$. On the other hand, Commençal META AM 29 OHLINS EDITION 2021, is the most expensive and costs 6052$.
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 an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 5599$. In conclusion, this bike price is 55.57% more expensive than the price of the average Enduro bike.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
Enduro bikes weigh an average 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.
Weighing 16 kg (35.27 lbs), the META AM 29 OHLINS ED model is considerably heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 12.12% heavier than the average weight of Enduro bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
Commençal META AM 29 OHLINS ED 2021 bike is equipped with the Öhlins fork, and has 170mm travel. 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
The META AM 29 OHLINS ED has a rear shock with a travel of 160mm. The model ÖHLINS TTX22M is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
The META AM 29 OHLINS ED 2021 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
META AM 29 OHLINS ED comes in 4 sizes, that range from 162 cm – 205 cm (5.31 ft – 6.73 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Commençal META AM 29 OHLINS ED 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.
