Commençal META HT AM ESSENTIAL 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,799$
Weight | 13.3 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Fork RockShox Yari RC
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Groupset SX Eagle, X1 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
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
2020 META HT AM, Alloy 6061, triple butted tubes, T4, T6.
Suspension Fork
ROCKSHOX Yari RC, 160 mm travel, 27.5", Motion Control damper, Debonair, rebound, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 46 mm offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle, 12 sp
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle, 12 sp
Cassette
SRAM SX Eagle, 12 sp, 11-50t
Crank
SRAM X1 1000 Eagle, 170 mm, 32t chainring, Boost, DUB
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB BSA
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle, 12 sp, 114 links
Wheels
Front Hub
FORMULA, sealed bearings, 32 holes, 6 bolts, 15 x 110 mm front, 12 x 148 mm rear, standard freehub body, silver anodised
Rear Hub
FORMULA, sealed bearings, 32 holes, 6 bolts, 15 x 110 mm front, 12 x 148 mm rear, standard freehub body, silver anodised
Rims
SPANK Oozy 395+, 32 holes, 35 mm inner width, tubeless ready
Tires
MAXXIS Rekon, 27.5 x 2.8 / MAXXIS Rekon, 27.5 x 2.8, EXO casing, 3C MaxxSpeed coumpound, TR, skinwall / EXO casing, 3C MaxxSpeed coumpound, TR, skinwall
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide T, 200 mm / 180 mm
Cockpit
Stem
RIDE ALPHA Freeride, 40 mm, 31,8 mm, 0° angle, 2014 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, IPS Technology
Seat
Saddle
WTB SL8 Race, 142 mm width, Cromoly rails
Seatpost
KINDSHOCK RAGE-I, 31.6 mm, 125 mm on S, 150 mm on M, L and XL
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.575 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.436 mm | 1.368 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm |
| Front Center | 727 mm | 749 mm | 776 mm | 803 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 115 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm |
| Stack | 630 mm | 634 mm | 639 mm | 643 mm |
| Reach | 400 mm | 420 mm | 445 mm | 470 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 581 mm | 602 mm | 628 mm | 655 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 440 mm | 490 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1152 mm | 1174 mm | 1201 mm | 1228 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Standover Height | 725 mm | 735 mm | 747 mm | 796 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
META HT AM ESSENTIAL is part of the Commencal Meta Ht model. 75 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Commençal META HT 20 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 949$. Commençal META HT AM RACE 29 2020 on the other hand costs 2099$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Commençal META HT AM ESSENTIAL price was 1799$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 100.06% lower.
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.
With a weight of 13.3 kg (29.32 lbs), Commençal bike is a bit lighter than average. In short, the average Enduro bike weight is 7.29% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The META HT AM ESSENTIAL comes factory-installed with the RockShox Yari RC fork. This has a travel range of 160mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the META HT AM ESSENTIAL model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. 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. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
META HT AM ESSENTIAL comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the META HT AM ESSENTIAL. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!