Commençal META AM 29 ESSENTIAL 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,799$
Weight | 15.8 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 38
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Groupset SLX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
162cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 184cm
LG
181cm - 194cm
XL
191cm - 205cm
Parts list
Components
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
FOX 38 Performance, 170 mm travel, 29", Fit Grip damper, 3 positions, rebound, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 44 mm offset
Rear Shock
FOX DPX2 Performance, 230 x 62,5 mm, LSC, LSR, 3-position adjustment
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO SLX, 12s
Shift Levers
SHIMANO SLX, 12s
Cassette
SHIMANO SLX, 12s, 10-51t
Crank
SHIMANO SLX, 170 mm crank arms, Boost, Chainring: SHIMANO SLX, 32t, Dynamic Chain Engagement + Technology
Bottom Bracket
SHIMANO BB71-41A, Pressfit
Chain
SHIMANO SLX, 12s
Wheels
Front Hub
Rear: FORMULA MSC-148A - Front: FORMULA CL-811, Rear: 32h, sealed bearings - Front: 32h, sealed bearings
Rear Hub
Rear: FORMULA MSC-148A - Front: FORMULA CL-811, Rear: 32h, sealed bearings - Front: 32h, sealed bearings
Rims
DT SWISS E532, 29'', 32h, 30 mm inner width
Tires
Rear: MAXXIS Dissector - Front: MAXXIS Assegai, Rear: 29 x 2.4 WT, 3C, EXO+, Tubeless Ready - Front: 29 x 2.5 WT, 3C, EXO, Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO SLX, 4 pistons, I-Spec EV compatible, Rotors: SHIMANO RT-MT800 203 mm, Centerlock
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
WTB Silverado, Narrow shape, Cr-Mo rails
Seatpost
KS Rage-I, 34,9 mm, travel: 125 mm on S, 150 mm on M, 170 mm on L, 190 mm on XL, SouthPaw alloy remote
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Model Overview
META AM 29 ESSENTIAL is a Commencal Meta Am model. Commençal launched 60 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Commencal Meta Am bikes models from 2021, 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.
Average price for Enduro bikes
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Enduro bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 3799$. Comparing this to the average Enduro bike price, we see that the price is 5.56% higher.
Enduro bikes average weight
The average weight for Enduro bikes is 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Commençal META AM 29 ESSENTIAL it’s weighing 15.8 kg (34.83 lbs). At this weight, is considerably heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 10.72% heavier than the average weight of Enduro bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Performance Float 38 model. The travel on this model is 170mm. 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
From the factory, it comes with the FOX DPX2 Performance rear shock model, which has a travel of 160mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on META AM 29 ESSENTIAL are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Commençal META AM 29 ESSENTIAL has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
META AM 29 ESSENTIAL comes in 4 sizes, that range from 162 cm – 205 cm (5.31 ft – 6.73 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the META AM 29 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!