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 160mm
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Travel Rear 150mm
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Fork RockShox Lyrik Ultimate
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Groupset GX Eagle
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Suspension Full
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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 V5, 150 mm travel, 29'', Alloy 6066, triple butted tubes, T4, T6
Suspension Fork
ROCKSHOX Lyrik Ultimate, 160 mm travel, 29", Charger 3 RC2 W/ButterCups damper, DebonAir+ W/ButterCups, LSC, HSC, rebound, Boost (15 x 110 mm), 44 mm offset, 0 Token
Rear Shock
ROCKSHOX Super Deluxe Coil Ultimate, 210 x 55 mm, RC2T Adj. Hydraulic Bottom Out, HSC, LSC, rebound. Spring rates: 350lbs on S, 400lbs on M, 450lbs on L, 500lbs on XL, 2-position adjustment
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12s
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle, 12s
Cassette
SRAM GX Eagle, 12s, 10-52t
Crank
SRAM GX Eagle, 170 mm crank arms, DUB, Boost, Chainring: SRAM Eagle, 32t, Narrow-Wide
Bottom Bracket
Press Fit BB 92
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12s
Chain Guide
RIDE ALPHA, 32t-34t
Wheels
Front Hub
CRANK BROTHERS Synthesis Standard, Rear: 32h, sealed bearings, 12 x 148 mm, XD driver, black - Front: 28h, sealed bearings, 15 x 110 mm, black
Rear Hub
CRANK BROTHERS Synthesis Standard, Rear: 32h, sealed bearings, 12 x 148 mm, XD driver, black - Front: 28h, sealed bearings, 15 x 110 mm, black
Rims
CRANK BROTHERS Synthesis Enduro 3, Rear : 29'', 32h, 31.5mm inner width - Front : 29'', 28h, 31.5mm inner width
Tires
Rear: MAXXIS DHR II - Front: MAXXIS DHR II, Rear: 29"x2.40" WT, EXO, Dual, Tubeless Ready - Front: 29"x2.40" WT, EXO, 3C MaxxGrip, Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
TRP DH-R EVO, 4 pistons, Postmount, Rotor: TRP R1 203 mm, 6 holes
Cockpit
Stem
RIDE ALPHA 40, 40 mm extension, 31,8 mm
Handlebar
RIDE ALPHA R20 760 on S - RIDE ALPHA R27 780 on M / L - RIDE ALPHA R27 800 on XL, 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 compound, single clamp, black
Headset
ACROS ZS56 / ZS56, Alloy cups, sealed bearings
Seat
Saddle
FIZIK Terra Ridon X5, S-Alloy Rails
Seatpost
KS Lev Integra, 34.9 mm, travel: 125 mm on S, 175 mm on M/L and 200 mm on XL, SouthPaw alloy remote
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 | 1.44 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 354 mm | 349 mm | 354 mm | 349 mm | 354 mm | 349 mm | 354 mm | 349 mm |
| Front Center | 780 mm | 779 mm | 802 mm | 801 mm | 831 mm | 830 mm | 854 mm | 852 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 123 mm | 123 mm | 122 mm | 123 mm |
| Stack | 625.8 mm | 623.3 mm | 630.3 mm | 627.8 mm | 634.8 mm | 632.4 mm | 639.3 mm | 636.9 mm |
| Reach | 437 mm | 432.4 mm | 457 mm | 452.4 mm | 477 mm | 472.5 mm | 497 mm | 492.4 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 568.6 mm | 569.9 mm | 589.6 mm | 590.9 mm | 610.5 mm | 611.8 mm | 631.5 mm | 632.8 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 78.2 ° | 77.7 ° | 78.2 ° | 77.8 ° | 78.2 ° | 77.8 ° | 78.2 ° | 77.8 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 380 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 460 mm | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.5 ° | 64.1 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.1 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.1 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.1 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 135 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 433 mm | 432 mm | 433 mm | 437 mm | 438 mm | 437 mm | 438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1211 mm | 1212 mm | 1233 mm | 1234 mm | 1267 mm | 1268 mm | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 20 mm | 25 mm | 20 mm | 25 mm | 20 mm | 25 mm | 20 mm | 25 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
META V5 RACE completes the Commencal Meta V5 model. There are 8 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Commencal Meta V5 bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Commençal CADRE COMMENCAL META V5 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2230$. Commençal META V5 T-TYPE 2023 on the other hand costs 6200$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Average price for Enduro bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 5000$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 38.93% more expensive.
META V5 RACE components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Lyrik Ultimate model. The travel on this model is 160mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the ROCKSHOX Super Deluxe Coil Ultimate rear shock model, which has a travel of 150mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
The META V5 RACE 2023 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The META V5 RACE comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.
