DOWNHILL
200MM
220MM
29" / 27.5"
FRAME COMMENCAL SUPREME DH V5.2 PURE WHITE 2027
The SUPREME DH V5.2 is the result of development carried out on the World Cup circuit.
It retains all the qualities of the SUPREME DH V5 while bringing major improvements:
A LA CARTE
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Technical informations
Technical informations
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Bicycle type
Downhill Racing
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Frame material
AL 6066 T4, T6
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Frame weight
5,3 kg / 11.68 lb
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Rear travel
220mm
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Shock length/stroke
250x75mm
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Recommended SAG
20-25% / 15-19mm
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Piggy back shock compatible
Yes
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Shock bushings
30x8mm / 30x8mm
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Recommended/max. fork height
612mm / 620mm
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Headset type
ZS56 / ZS56
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ICR compatible
No
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Wheels size
29’’ - 27.5’’
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Max. rear tyre dimension - ETRTO
65mm - Ø584mm
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rear brake mounting type
Postmount 200mm
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Rear brake rotor max. size
223mm
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Seatpost/seat clamp diameter
31,6mm / 34,9mm
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Seatpost insertion max.
130mm
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Bottom bracket type
Press Fit BB 107mm
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Chain guide
ISCG 05 lower - Custom upper idler guide
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Recommended/max. chainring teeth
34T / 36T
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Chain line
56,5
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Rear Hub dimension
157x12mm
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Rear Axle dimension
Custom, 200mm, M12, P1.0mm
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UDH hanger
No
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shock anchor adjustment
4 positions
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Rear Wheel Base Length adjustment
3 positions
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Rear triangle stiffness adjustment
3 thickness
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Bicycle type
Downhill Racing
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Frame material
AL 6066 T4, T6
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Frame weight
5,8 kg / 12.78 lb
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Rear travel
220mm
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Shock length/stroke
250x75mm
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Recommended SAG
20-25% / 15-19mm
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Piggy back shock compatible
Yes
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Shock bushings
30x8mm / 30x8mm
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Recommended/max. fork height
612mm / 620mm
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Headset type
ZS56 / ZS56
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ICR compatible
Yes
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Wheels size
29’’ - 27.5’’
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Max. rear tyre dimension - ETRTO
65mm - Ø584mm
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rear brake mounting type
Postmount 200mm
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Rear brake rotor max. size
223mm
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Seatpost/seat clamp diameter
31,6mm / 34,9mm
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Seatpost insertion max.
130mm
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Bottom bracket type
Press Fit BB 107mm
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Chain guide
ISCG 05 lower - Custom upper idler guide
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Recommended/max. chainring teeth
34T / 36T
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Chain line
56,5
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Rear Hub dimension
157x12mm
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Rear Axle dimension
UDH standard, 186mm, M12, P1.0mm
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UDH hanger
Yes
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shock anchor adjustment
4 positions
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Rear Wheel Base Length adjustment
No
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Rear triangle stiffness adjustment
3 thickness
Accessories
RideWrap Lotus Pro™ protection film applied, chainstay protector, seatstay protector, downtube protector
Factory Protected
Factory Protected
The SUPREME DH V5.2 comes fitted with RIDEWRAP protective films to help shield exposed areas from impacts and abrasion.
Geometry
Geometry
All lengths in millimeters.
All lengths in millimeters.
Size guide
Size guide
What Size to Choose?
According to your riding style, choose a bike with a shorter Reach for more responsive and intuitive handling, or one with a longer Reach for more stability and confidence at high speeds. On a longer model, the front wheel is positioned farther forward, giving an enhanced feeling of security but at the expense of maneuverability and requiring more effort to move the bike.
Between Two Sizes?
When you find yourself between two sizes, the ideal solution is to test ride both to see which fits you best. Unfortunately, this isn't always possible. At minimum, check the Reach and Stack measurements of your current bike to compare them with those of the model you're considering. This will give you a better idea of which size to choose and how the position will feel once on the bike. You can also follow the advice below.
Morphology
Body proportions vary from person to person, even at identical heights. If you have long legs and a shorter-than-average torso, you might consider choosing a bike with a shorter Reach than the recommended size. Conversely, if you have long arms and a more developed upper body, the larger size might be better suited to your morphology. Ideally, you should try before you choose.
Frame settings
Frame settings
The SUPREME DH V5 is a race machine with no compromises, made to go fast whatever the track. For this reason, frame settings are adjustable depending on various factors, like terrain conditions or simply just your preferences. Follow our guide!
These recommendations are indeed recommendations.The best settings are the ones where you feel most comfortable on the bike.
Suspension settings
Suspension settings
Our kinematics are the result of advanced engineering for optimal working harmony of front and rear suspension with our bikes.
This guide is aimed to help understand exactly how things work and set everything up so that your COMMENCAL functions in the best way.
faq
faq
Arthur Quet is our performance manager: he's the one who develops our bikes, working directly with our World Cup teams.
The SUPREME DH V5.2 is the result of that work. He's the best placed person to answer your questions.
CHANGES & DIFFERENCES
What is new on this version compared to V5?
The main developments are:
• the kinematics, with an evolution of the virtual pivot point that influences the bike's dynamics and balance
• the rear brake interface, to increase bite and reduce vibrations
• rear triangle stiffness, to gain precision
• the drivetrain, with UDH compatibility; the Contact System bearings and bearing covers
• guided cable routing with entry through the head tube
• rear triangle frame protections
• easier access to shock adjustments
What do these developments actually bring to the rider?
The bike mainly gives the feeling of a very complete and very healthy behaviour.
It remains comfortable, predictable and reassuring, while offering more dynamism and responsiveness than the previous version.
GEOMETRY & KINEMATICS
Is there any change in the geometry of the bike?
No, the static geometry has not changed. It was fully satisfactory because of the balance it gives the bike.
However, the dynamic geometry changes slightly thanks to the kinematic updates and the virtual pivot point. The bike remains more neutral, more balanced and more predictable.
What is the difference in kinematics between the V5 and the V5.2?
The difference may look small visually but it has an important effect on the overall behaviour.
A change in the rear triangle pivot point changes the path of the virtual pivot point. This changes the complete dynamic balance of the bike especially in terms of support, comfort, grip and responsiveness.
REAR TRIANGLE & CHASSIS
What has changed on the rear stays?
The rear stays must be considered as part of the complete system.
They contribute to the positioning of the virtual pivot point and to the bike's dynamic balance. They are slightly stiffer and benefit from new frame protection which helps make the bike quieter. The brake mount interface is also significantly different, in order to increase bite and reduce unwanted deformation and vibration.
Did you change anything on the front triangle?
Yes. The front triangle now receives guided internal cable routing, with entry through the front of the head tube.
The shock mount area has also been modified to provide more clearance and make the adjustment dials easier to access.
Will there be a rear triangle upgrade kit for the V5?
No, this is not planned at the moment.
Why did you decide to remove the chain stay length adjustment that was on the V5?
Between the integration of the UDH standard and the repositioning of the brake caliper, packaging and assembly constraints increased. The choice was therefore made to prioritize stiffness and the quality of the interfaces between parts in order to reduce all unwanted vibrations and deformations.
The rear triangle length remains optimised according to frame size.
SUSPENSION & SHOCK
How much has the system's sensitivity improved? What other sensations on the bike have changed?
The gain in sensitivity is noticeable.
The work on the virtual pivot point, the reduction of unwanted chain effects and the new bearings further improve the bike's absorption capabilities.
The main benefit is that we were able to increase support and dynamism without degrading grip or comfort. The bike gains response, becomes more aggressive and more engaging, while maintaining the confidence that allows the rider to push their limits.
Which type of shock works best on this bike with this system: coil or air?
There is no right answer.
The bike's kinematics already provide a large part of the behaviour through the force balance created by the virtual pivot point.
A coil shock will generally give a more neutral and constant bike.
An air shock will give a livelier and more adjustable bike but will require more precise setup work.
The best choice depends on the rider, the terrain and preferred riding behaviour.
Where can I find Öhlins settings? The website only lists Fox and RockShox.
At the moment, there is no complete COMMENCAL bike sold with Öhlins suspension for this model.
Recommended settings must take the internal suspension settings into account in order to remain coherent and useful. If the suspension does not come from COMMENCAL, the brand cannot guarantee the internal settings. It is therefore not possible to provide a reliable and universal recommendation for a custom Öhlins build.
DRIVETRAIN & CHAIN
What are the benefits of the second pulley/idler up front?
The idler makes it possible to decouple chain effects from suspension movement.
When the suspension works, the rear wheel moves backwards to better absorb high-speed impacts. Without an idler, this movement could generate chain tension that would disturb the suspension and create unwanted movements in the cranks, and therefore in the rider's feet.
A system we brought back with the SUPREME DH V4 and have further improved with the V5.2.
Does the O-Chain really improve the bike's behaviour?
Yes, but its effect should be put into context.
On the SUPREME DH V5.2, the chain idler already decouples a large part of the chain effects on the suspension. The O-Chain therefore has less impact than on some other bikes.
It nevertheless brings additional filtering of unwanted chain movements and gives the rider a small amount of angular freedom that helps maintain a good position of the rider's centre of gravity.
BRAKING
What improved braking?
Several elements contribute to the braking improvement:
• a more digressive anti-rise, to keep the bike higher under braking: more usable travel, less grip variation at the front wheel
• the angular positioning of the brake, which provides more bite
• a more efficient braking response thanks to better stiffness around the brake system
• reduced unwanted vibration and noise
The result is more stable, more precise and more predictable braking.
MATERIALS & DESIGN CHOICES
Why isn't it carbon?
COMMENCAL is a 100% aluminium brand.
This choice is based on technical and ethical convictions, but also on strong expertise in aluminium and its manufacturing processes. This expertise makes it possible to achieve a highly refined chassis behaviour.
Aluminium also allows faster and more varied iterations during development and throughout the life of a platform, including of course, support for race teams.
Aluminium is also a recyclable material which fits into a more responsible approach to the product's life cycle.
Why is an aluminium DH bike better than carbon?
Aluminium offers important advantages for this type of bike.
It provides strong resistance in real-world use, including impacts and stone strikes, enables fast development iterations and, above all, allows fine control of chassis behaviour. On a DH bike, the frame must be precise, but also capable of filtering impacts and vibrations from the terrain.
The objective is not only to achieve stiffness, but to find the right balance between precision, grip, comfort, progressiveness and predictability.
DURABILITY, RELIABILITY & WARRANTY
How did you improve V5.2 reliability?
The SUPREME DH V5 was already considered a very reliable bike.
On the V5.2, the work focused on bearing sealing, manufacturing processes, protection durability, cable routing and reducing maintenance needs in certain sensitive areas.
How do you test a DH frame?
Development goes through several levels of testing:
• numerical simulations during the design phase
• machine testing according to ISO standards and independent laboratory tests, notably at EFBE; these tests subject the frames to hundreds of thousands of fatigue cycles, simulating years of riding, as well as isolated extreme impacts
• field testing with data acquisition for behaviour, performance and durability, carried out by professional riders, test riders and development riders
• long-term use of prototypes and samples before commercialization
The objective is to validate reliability, aging, strength and real behaviour on track.
How durable is the frame? Could I race it for several seasons without problems?
The frame offers excellent durability.
It achieves very good results in ISO fatigue tests as well as in tests carried out by the independent EFBE laboratory.
To ride for several seasons you simply need to perform the necessary maintenance: bearings, greasing, tightening to the recommended torque values and regular checks of wear parts.
Is the frame guaranteed for life?
Yes. COMMENCAL frames are designed to last and benefit from a lifetime warranty under the conditions defined by the brand.
Please refer to our GENERAL WARRANTY CONDITIONS.
What happens if I crack my frame?
If a frame is subjected to an excessive impact or a violent crash, it can break.
If the crack falls under the COMMENCAL Care warranty it will be covered for life according to the warranty conditions.
If the crack comes from an accident, an impact or abusive use, a preferential crash replacement price may be offered.
TEAM & RACING
Do team riders have special frames?
Not in the sense of a frame different from the production model: the base frame is the same for team riders as for World Cup bikes.
The adaptations mainly concern parts, settings and specific linkage configurations according to riders' needs and the tracks: linkages, suspension settings, stiffness parts or rider-specific configurations.
Is the quality control of race bikes different?
No. Race bikes and production bikes follow the same production and quality control processes.
USE & RIDING STYLE
Is it playful in freeride?
No, that’s not its main purpose, even if the bike's dynamism makes it very agile and easy to handle.
The SUPREME DH V5.2 is designed to be stable, fast and predictable in downhill riding.
For a more playful freeride use, the FRS and CLASH models are much more suitable.
The SUPREME DH V5.2 comes with a lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects, exclusively for the original purchaser.
commencal care
commencal care
We value contact with our customers. In the event of any issue, it will work with you to find a solution. Regardless of the delivery option you choose, all your purchases include free access to COMMENCAL CARE.
Warranty
Warranty
Our products are covered by our warranty to offer you peace of mind and allow you to fully enjoy your purchase.
Registration
Registration
The online registration of your bike will enable us to deal efficiently with any potential problem you may encounter.
Technical documents
Technical documents
Here you will find all the technical and practical information concerning your COMMENCAL.
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