Commencal T.E.M.P.O. V2: Solving the Bike's Biggest Issue with Cleaner Cable Management

Calling it a redesign is a bit of a stretch, since the geometry is identical to the T.E.M.P.O. V1, but you no longer need to route the cables and hoses through the head tube. This might not be a massive change, but the decision to give the first T.E.M.P.O. through-headset routing was, to say the least, bizarre. Maybe Commencal was thinking, "A 125mm bike is an XC bike – XC bikes have through-headset cable routing." But this is not an XC bike.

Commencal now uses interchangeable cable guides to accommodate both mechanical and electronic drivetrains or dropper setups, keeping the cockpit organized and quiet while letting you run brakes on whatever side of the bars you deem "correct."

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The geometry remains spot on for modern trail riding. A 65.5-degree head tube angle offers stability, while the 76.6-degree seat tube angle keeps you in an efficient pedaling position for steep climbs or long pedals. To ensure balanced handling for all riders, chainstay lengths vary by size across the lineup.

Suspension and Build Spec

The T.E.M.P.O. V2 uses Commencal's Virtual Contact System (VCS) to deliver a suspension platform that pedals well enough while absorbing trail chatter. The flagship V2 complete build is anchored by a 140mm RockShox Lyrik Ultimate fork featuring the new Charger 3.2 damper. Out back, a custom-tuned RockShox Super Deluxe shock handles the 125mm of rear travel, fully matched to the frame's kinematics.

The T.E.M.P.O. V2 is currently available in only one build, but it doesn't leave much to be desired at $6,400.00 USD.

Drivetrain & Brakes: Shimano XT 12-speed shifting and Shimano XT 4-piston brakes paired with 200mm front and 180mm rear rotors.

Wheelset: DT Swiss XM 1700 wheels laced to a DT Swiss 350 rear hub. The hub features DEG DF technology to reduce pedal kickback and keep the rear suspension active.

Frame Details: Extensive molded protection on the chainstays, seat stays, and down tube, plus an integrated chain guide. The front triangle fits a water bottle and features an under-top-tube mount for tool storage.

Pricing and Warranty

Despite its short-travel classification, the T.E.M.P.O. V2 is built to take a beating. The frame is EFBE Category 5 certified, passing some of the industry's toughest testing standards, and comes with a lifetime warranty (against manufacturing defects) for the original owner.

The T.E.M.P.O. V2 complete costs $6,400 USD (€5,950). For riders looking to assemble a custom spec, a frame-only option is available for $1,900 USD (€1,800), without a shock. With an Öhlins TTX1 AIR shock, the price jumps to $2,450.00 USD (€2,200), and it goes up further if you configure one in the à la carte menu .

This story was originally published by BikeMag on Oct 27, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add BikeMag as a Preferred Source by clicking here.