Commençal CLASH ESSENTIAL 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,999$
Weight | 15.1 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 165mm -
Fork RockShox Lyrik
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Groupset NX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
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
2019 CLASH, 650b, 165 mm travel
Suspension Fork
ROCKSHOX LYRIK RC, 180 mm, 15 mm axle, boost. Bottomless Tokens: 0
Rear Shock
ROCKSHOX DELUXE RT, 230 x 65 mm, 2 positions. Bottomless Tokens: 2 / Internal Tune (Rebound/Compression): Medium/Medium
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX EAGLE, 1 x 12 sp
Shift Levers
SRAM NX EAGLE, 1 x 12 sp
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230, 11-50, 12 sp
Crank
SRAM DESCENDANT EAGLE 6K, 34T, 170 mm on S/M, 175 mm on L/XL
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, Press Fit BB 92
Chain
SRAM NX EAGLE, 12 sp
Wheels
Front Hub
FORMULA, 32 holes, sealed bearings
Rear Hub
FORMULA, 32 holes, sealed bearings
Rims
WTB ST i29, 32 holes, tubeless ready, 29 mm inner width
Tires
MAXXIS DHF, 27,5 x 2,5 WT, EXO, front, MAXXIS AGGRESSOR, 27,5 x 2,5 WT, EXO, rear
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM GUIDE T, 200 mm / 200 mm
Cockpit
Stem
RIDE ALPHA FREERIDE, 40 mm, 31,8 mm, 0° angle
Handlebar
RIDE ALPHA, Alloy 7075, 780 mm, 31,8 mm, 30 mm rise
Grips
RIDE ALPHA, DH Grips, ultra soft compound, single clamp
Headset
ACROS Fiber ZS44/ZS56, sealed bearings
Seat
Saddle
RIDE ALPHA 278 mm, CrMo rails
Seatpost
KINDSHOCK Lev Si, 31.6 mm, Southpaw alloy lever, 100 mm on S, 125 mm on M, 150 mm on L and XL
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.24 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm |
| Front Center | 750 mm | 772 mm | 801 mm | 833 mm |
| Rake | 48 mm | 47 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm |
| Trail | 113 mm | 114 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm |
| Stack | 597 mm | 603 mm | 607 mm | 611 mm |
| Reach | 417 mm | 437 mm | 462 mm | 492 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 576 mm | 598 mm | 626 mm | 658 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 395 mm | 440 mm | 455 mm | 485 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1179 mm | 1201 mm | 1230 mm | 1262 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm |
| Standover Height | 735 mm | 740 mm | 740 mm | 745 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 |
About this model
CLASH ESSENTIAL is part of the Commencal Clash model. Commençal launched 90 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Commencal Clash bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Commençal CLASH 20 2019 has a starting price of 1899$. Commençal CLASH SIGNATURE ALC 2019 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4599$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Enduro bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Enduro bike that is reliable is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2019 and its price was 2999$. In conclusion, this bike price is 20.01% smaller than the price of the average Enduro bike.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
The average weight for Enduro bikes is 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
CLASH ESSENTIAL weighs 15.1 kg (33.29 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 5.82% less than CLASH ESSENTIAL.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Lyrik is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 180mm. 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.
Rear Shock
Commençal CLASH ESSENTIAL bike has the ROCKSHOX DELUXE RT model installed, and has a travel of 165mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on CLASH ESSENTIAL are the 27.5″ aluminum type. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Commençal CLASH ESSENTIAL has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
CLASH ESSENTIAL comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!