Commençal META POWER SX BOSCH ESSENTIAL 2022
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 170mm
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Travel Rear 165mm
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Fork Fox Performance Float 38
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Groupset SLX, e*thirteen
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Suspension Full
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Motor Bosch 250W 85Nm mid-drive
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Battery BOSCH PowerTube 625, 625Wh, BOSCH 4A Charger, Compact size & lightweight, Compatible w/Bosch PowerMore 250 for extra range
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
META POWER BOSCH, 165 mm travel, 29"-27.5", Alloy 6066, triple butted tubes, T4, T6. Bolu bearings
Suspension Fork
FOX 38 Performance E-Bike, 170 mm travel, 29", Fit Grip damper, 3 positions, rebound, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 44 mm offset, oversized crown, 3 Tokens
Rear Shock
FOX Float X Performance, 230 x 65 mm, LSR, 2-position adjustment
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO SLX, 12s
Shift Levers
SHIMANO SLX, 12s, RapidFire Plus
Cassette
SHIMANO SLX, 12s, 10-51t
Crank
E13 E*Spec Plus BOSCH CX, 160 mm crank arms, Chainring: E13 E*Spec Plus BOSCH CX, 34t, direct mount
Bottom Bracket
BOSCH E-BIKE
Chain
SHIMANO SLX, 12s
Chain Guide
RIDE ALPHA Upper Guide, 32-34t
Wheels
Front Hub
Rear: DT SWISS 370 - Front: DT SWISS 370, Rear: 28h, sealed bearings, 18t, e-bike specific - Front: 28h, sealed bearings
Rear Hub
Rear: DT SWISS 370 - Front: DT SWISS 370, Rear: 28h, sealed bearings, 18t, e-bike specific - Front: 28h, sealed bearings
Rims
Rear: DT SWISS H1900 Spline - Front: DT SWISS H1900 Spline, Rear: 27.5'', 28h, sleeved, 30 mm inner width - Front: 29'', 28h, sleeved, 30 mm inner width
Tires
Rear: MAXXIS DHR II - Front: MAXXIS Assegai, Rear: 27.5" x 2.4" WT, 3C MaxxTerra, DD, TR - Front: 29" x 2.5" WT, 3C MaxxGrip, Exo+, TR
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO SLX, 4 pistons, I-Spec EV compatible, Rotor: SHIMANO SM-RT66 220 mm, 6-bolt
Cockpit
Stem
RIDE ALPHA 40 EXTERNAL, 40 mm extension, 31,8 mm
Handlebar
RIDE ALPHA R20 POWER on S - RIDE ALPHA R27 POWER on M / L / XL, Internal Di2 cable routing - 31.8 mm, 760 mm width, 20 mm rise, Alloy 6061 on S - 31.8 mm, 780 mm width, 27 mm rise, Alloy 6061 on M / L - 31.8 mm, 800 mm width, 27 mm rise, Alloy 6061 on XL
Grips
ODI Longneck, Soft pro compound, single clamp, black
Headset
ACROS ZS56 / ZS66, Alloy cups, sealed bearings
Seat
Saddle
FIZIK Terra Aidon X5, 145 mm width, S-Alloy Mobius rails
Seatpost
KS Rage I, 31.6 mm, travel: 125 mm on S, 170 mm on M/L, 190 mm on XL, SouthPaw alloy remote
Motor & Battery
Motor
BOSCH Performance Line CX, Max. torque: 85N.m, 250W
Battery
BOSCH PowerTube 625, 625Wh, BOSCH 4A Charger, Compact size & lightweight, Compatible w/Bosch PowerMore 250 for extra range
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM High | SM Low | MD High | MD Low | LG High | LG Low | XL High | XL Low |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.25 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Front Center | 796 mm | 796 mm | 818 mm | 818 mm | 842 mm | 842 mm | 870 mm | 870 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 41 mm | 45 mm | 41 mm | 42 mm | 38 mm | 45 mm | 37 mm |
| Trail | 133 mm | 140 mm | 133 mm | 140 mm | 136 mm | 143 mm | 133 mm | 145 mm |
| Stack | 638 mm | 641 mm | 643 mm | 646 mm | 647 mm | 650 | 647 mm | 650 |
| Reach | 447 mm | 443 mm | 467 mm | 463 mm | 492 mm | 488 mm | 517 mm | 517 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 583 mm | 584 mm | 604 mm | 605 mm | 633 mm | 634 mm | 658 mm | 659 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 78 ° | 77.6 ° | 78 ° | 77.6 ° | 78 ° | 77.6 ° | 78 ° | 77.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 390 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 465 mm | 465 mm | 495 mm | 495 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64 ° | 63.6 ° | 64 ° | 63.6 ° | 64 ° | 63.6 ° | 64 ° | 63.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 452 mm | 453 mm | 452 mm | 453 mm | 452 mm | 453 mm | 452 mm | 453 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1248 mm | 1249 mm | 1270 mm | 1271 mm | 1294 mm | 1295 mm | 1322 mm | 1323 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 4 mm | 1 mm | 4 mm | 1 mm | 4 mm | 1 mm | 4 mm | 1 mm |
| Standover Height | 776 mm | 776 mm | 778 mm | 778 mm | 782 mm | 782 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
META POWER SX BOSCH ESSENTIAL belongs to the Commencal E Meta Power model. 89 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Commençal META POWER 29 TEAM 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 5700$. Commençal META POWER SX SHIMANO SIGNATURE 2022 on the other hand costs 9344$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Enduro e-bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro e-bike is 4785$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Commençal released this model in 2022, its price was 6500$. If we compare this with the average Enduro e-bike cost we notice that the price is 35.84% higher.
Enduro e-bikes average weight
The average weight for Enduro e-bikes is 23.42 kg (51.63 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 25 kg (55.12 lbs), Commençal e-bike is a bit heavier than average. In short, the average Enduro e-bike weight is 6.75% lower than this one.
META POWER SX BOSCH ESSENTIAL components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Performance Float 38 model. The travel on this model is 170mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this e-bike is FOX Float X Performance, with a travel distance of 165mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The META POWER SX BOSCH ESSENTIAL 2022 e-bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your e-bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The META POWER SX BOSCH ESSENTIAL comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
The Commençal model is also equipped with a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.
