Commençal FURIOUS ESSENTIAL FOX 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,899$
Weight | 16.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 203mm -
Travel Rear 200mm -
Fork Fox Performance Elite Float 40
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Groupset GX, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 7 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
NEW 2020 FURIOUS, 200 mm travel, 27.5'', Alloy 6069, triple butted tubes, T4, T6. Enduro bearings
Suspension Fork
FOX 40 Float Performance Elite, 200 mm travel, 27.5", FLOAT, Grip, low speed compression, rebound, (20 x 110 mm), 52 mm offset
Rear Shock
FOX Float X2 Performance, 250 x 75 mm, low speed compression, low speed rebound, 0,3 spacer
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX DH, 7 sp
Shift Levers
SRAM GX DH, 7 sp
Cassette
SRAM GX DH, 7 sp, 11-25t
Crank
SRAM Descendant DH, 165 mm, 34t chainring, Boost, DUB
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB Pressfit, 107 mm
Chain
KMC X11EL, Extra-light, black
Chain Guide
E13 TRS, ISCG05, 32-34t
Wheels
Front Hub
NOVATEC sealed bearings, 32 holes, 6 bolts, Boost 20 x 110 mm front, 12 x 150 mm rear, standard freehub body
Rear Hub
NOVATEC sealed bearings, 32 holes, 6 bolts, Boost 20 x 110 mm front, 12 x 150 mm rear, standard freehub body
Rims
SPANK 359 Vibrocore, 32 holes, 30,5 mm inner width, tubeless ready
Tires
MAXXIS ASSEGAI, 27.5 x 2.5 WT, FRONT / MAXXIS ASSEGAI, 27.5 x 2.5 WT, REAR, Double Down casing, 3C MaxxTerra coumpound, TR, front / Double Down casing, 3C MaxxTerra coumpound, TR, rear
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code R, 220 mm front and 200 mm rear, 4 pistons
Cockpit
Stem
RIDE ALPHA DH, 40 mm, 31,8 mm, direct mount, 0° angle, 6061 alloy
Handlebar
RIDE ALPHA, 27 mm rise, 780 mm, 31,8 mm, 7050 alloy, double butted
Grips
RIDE ALPHA, DH Grips, black, Ultra soft compound, single clamp
Headset
ACROS Alloy cups ZS44/ZS56, ZS44/ZS56, sealed bearings
Seat
Saddle
SDG Patriot, Micro I-Beam
Seatpost
SDG Alloy Micro, 31,6 mm, 250 mm, alloy 2014, Micro I-Beam
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.25 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 348 mm | 348 mm | 348 mm | 348 mm |
| Front Center | 788 mm | 813 mm | 838 mm | 858 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm |
| Trail | 121 mm | 121 mm | 121 mm | 121 mm |
| Stack | 616 mm | 616 mm | 616 mm | 616 mm |
| Reach | 443 mm | 468 mm | 493 mm | 513 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 592 mm | 617 mm | 641 mm | 663 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 63 ° | 63 ° | 63 ° | 63 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1226 mm | 1251 mm | 1276 mm | 1296 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 7 mm | 7 mm | 7 mm | 7 mm |
| Standover Height | 735 mm | 731 mm | 725 mm | 721 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
FURIOUS ESSENTIAL FOX belongs to the Commencal Furious model. Commençal launched 31 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Commençal FURIOUS RIDE NARDO 2020 has a starting price of 2999$. Commençal FURIOUS RACE BOXXER 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4799$.
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 Downhill bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Downhill bike is 3391$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Downhill bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3899$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that FURIOUS ESSENTIAL FOX price is 14.98% higher than the average cost of a Downhill bike.
Downhill bikes average weight
Downhill bikes have an average weight of 15.89 kg (35.03 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
FURIOUS ESSENTIAL FOX weighs 16.4 kg (36.16 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. In short, the average Downhill bike weight is 3.21% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The Fox Performance Elite Float 40 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 203mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. 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 X2 Performance model, with a travel of 200mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the FURIOUS ESSENTIAL FOX bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
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
Commençal FURIOUS ESSENTIAL FOX bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.