The META POWER has gotten a completely new, stiffer top tube and slightly updated geometry. Improvements in the frame’s details for improved performanceīesides the integration of the new motor, Commencal have revised the frame of the two META POWER models. The entry-level META POWER SX RIDE comes with an air shock. The META POWER SX RACE is specced with a coil shock. The flagship model is the META POWER 29 Signature featuring FOX Factory suspension and a Shimano drivetrain.įilling the gap between the flagship and the entry-level model is the Commencal META POWER 29 TEAM featuring RockShox’s new ZEB fork The META POWER 29 essential is your entry into the range The META POWER SX version is available at two different price points. The new META POWER 29 will come in three different builds. The META POWER 29 on the other hand, is destined for those who like challenging themselves on more technical terrain. The META POWER SX model with the smaller wheels and 165 mm rear travel is aimed at riders who like hitting big jumps and blasting down shaped bike park trails. META POWER SX and META POWER 29 – Two wheel sizes for two types of ridingĬommencal offer the new META POWER with either 27.5″ or 29″ wheels. Commencal have achieved this by placing the battery lower in the frame. The added weight of the bigger battery is claimed not to have affected the weight distribution. The cable of the display and remote are routed through the specially designed Ride Alpha handlebar, making for a clean look and keeping everything nicely protected. The remote has been made more ergonomic and the display features all the connectivity options to link up with the apps from Shimano as well as third party devices. However, Shimano have made quite a few improvements. The characteristics of the new EP8 can be customised via Shimano’s new app.Īt first glance, the display and remote look unchanged. Of course, these profiles can be changed by the rider to suit their preferences. The other profile is extra powerful to make easy work of even the toughest climbs, making Trail mode very powerful and direct. Commencal have preconfigured one of the profiles to be energy-saving while providing maximum grip on technical terrain. Shimano’s EP8 motor doesn’t only allow you to customise its tuning to personal preference, you can also save two individual motor profiles. The charging port of the new 2021 META POWER now sits on top of the motor The charging port has also been moved down, placed on top of the motor where it should be easy to reach. However, thanks to the more compact motor, Commencal were able to place the battery lower in the frame and claim to have kept the weight distribution the same as before. It’s obviously bigger in size too, which technically leads to a higher centre of gravity on the bike. Thanks in advance for your help.Commencal rely on Shimano’s new SW-EM800 remote And the new colour displayīesides the new 85 Nm motor, Commencal also opted to use Shimano’s bigger 630 Wh battery for their latest eMTBs.

Has anybody tried both of them? If not, please let me know your comments of the ones you own. Meta Power SX: Is it comfortable uphill and for pedalling?, is it agile when descending flowy trails?, is it just for big hitter trails?, is it versatile? Meta Power 29 Team: Does it have good maneuverability on descents (considering e-bike weight and 29 wheels)?, is it easy to handle?, do you enjoy it on bike parks?, is it agile?

Which of both models you suggest as an all-rounder (more versatile)? Mountains here are anti-grip type most of the time and quite rocky. I usually ride trails, enduro trails and bike parks (I live surrounded by mountains) so I'm looking for the best all-rounder, a bike that will be good for pedalling, climbing, but above all, a bike to enjoy descents with good control. My local store has both 2020 models: Meta Power 29 Team and Meta Power SX and I don't want to wait for 2021 models as they are offering good discounts for 2020. I want to get a Commencal e-bike (my first e-bike).

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