Commençal FRS OHLINS EDITION 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,600$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 200mm -
Travel Rear 200mm -
Fork Öhlins DH38
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Groupset GX, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 7 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 190cm
XL
188cm - 210cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FRS, 200 mm travel, 27.5'', Alloy 6069, triple butted tubes, T4, T6. Enduro bearings
Suspension Fork
OHLINS DH38 Air, 200 mm travel, 27.5", TTX 18 damper, Ramp Up chamber, LSC, HSC, LSR, Boost (20 x 110 mm), 46 mm offset
Rear Shock
OHLINS TTX22M Coil, 250 x 75 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
SRAM GX DH, 7 sp
Shift Levers
SRAM GX DH, 7 sp
Cassette
SRAM GX DH, 7 sp, 11-25t
Crank
TRUVATIV Descendant DH, 165 mm crank arms, DUB, Chainring: TRUVATIV Descendant DH X-Sync, 34t
Bottom Bracket
Press Fit BB 107
Chain
KMC X11EL, Black
Chain Guide
E13 Vario, 34-36t
Wheels
Front Hub
Rear: SPANK HEX J-TYPE - Front: SPANK HEX J-TYPE, Rear: 32h, sealed bearings, 12 x 150 mm, black - Front: 32h, sealed bearings, 20 x 110 mm Boost, black
Rear Hub
Rear: SPANK HEX J-TYPE - Front: SPANK HEX J-TYPE, Rear: 32h, sealed bearings, 12 x 150 mm, black - Front: 32h, sealed bearings, 20 x 110 mm Boost, black
Rims
SPANK Spike Race 33, 27.5'', 32h, 28 mm inner width, Tubeless Ready
Tires
Rear: SCHWALBE Magic Mary - Front: SCHWALBE Big Betty, Rear: 27.5" x 2.4", Super Gravity, Addix Ultra Soft - Front: 27.5" x 2.4", Super Downhill, Addix Ultra Soft
Brakes
Brakes
TRP DH-R EVO, 4 pistons, Rotor: TRP R1 203 mm, 6-bolt
Cockpit
Stem
RIDE ALPHA DH 40, 40 mm extension, direct mount, 31.8 mm
Handlebar
RIDE ALPHA R27, 31.8 mm, 780 mm width, 27 mm rise, Alloy 6061 on S / M / L - 31.8 mm, 800 mm width, 27 mm rise, Alloy 6061 on XL
Grips
ODI Longneck, Soft compound, single clamp, black
Headset
ACROS ZS44 / ZS56, Alloy cups, sealed bearings
Seat
Saddle
SDG Patriot I-Beam, Kevlar reinforced
Seatpost
SDG Micro I-Beam, 31.6 mm, 250 mm length
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 | 792 mm | 817 mm | 844 mm | 864 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 117 mm | 117 mm | 114 mm | 114 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 | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1230 mm | 1255 mm | 1282 mm | 1302 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 | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 180 cm | 190 cm | 210 cm |
About this model
FRS OHLINS EDITION completes the Commencal Frs model. Commençal released 11 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Commençal FRS RIDE 2023 has a starting price of 3800$. Commençal FRS OHLINS EDITION 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 5600$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Downhill bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Downhill bike you should know that the average price is 3391$. However, even though the average price of a Downhill bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 5600$. Comparing this to the average Downhill bike price, we see that the price is 65.14% higher.
Overview of components
Fork
Commençal FRS OHLINS EDITION 2023 bike is equipped with the Öhlins DH38 fork, and has 200mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the OHLINS TTX22M Coil model, with a travel of 200mm. 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. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
The FRS OHLINS EDITION 2023 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The FRS OHLINS EDITION has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 210 cm (5.18 ft – 6.89 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.