Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,069$
Weight | 13.7 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork Suntour XCR Air
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
MD
167cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 189cm
XL
187cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Nucleus Aluminium 6061-T6, BSA Threaded BB, IS Disc Brake Mounts, 135mm x 9mm QR Rear Dropouts
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCR32 Boost Air LOR DS, 120mm Travel, 29", 1.5" - 1 1/8" Tapered Steerer, Post Mount Brake Mounts, 110mm x 15mm Thru-Axle, Air Spring
Rear Shock
N/A, N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M5120 10 Speed, Shadow Plus, Clutch
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M4100 10 Speed, Optical Gear Display
Cassette
Sunrace 10 Speed, 11-46T Range
Crank
Shimano M5100 Deore or Race Face Ride, 170mm, 30t Narrow Wide Chainring, for 73mm BB
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Hollowtech or Nukeproof, BSA Threaded BB, 73mm Shell
Chain
KMC X10, 112 Link
Wheels
Front Hub
Vitus KT MS6F, 32h, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 110mm x 15mm Thru-Axle
Rear Hub
Vitus KT K68R, 32h, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 135mm x 9mm QR
Rims
WTB i30 TCS 2.0, 29", 32h, Presta Valve, Tubeless Ready Rim Tape Installed
Tires
Front: Maxxis Ardent, 29", 2.25" Width, Rear: Maxxis Ardent, 29", 2.25" Width
Brakes
Brakes
Clarks M2, Two Piston Calliper
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus 50mm Reach, Alloy, 31.8mm Handlebar Clamp Diameter, 3° Rise
Handlebar
Nukeproof Neutron V2 Riser, 6061 Alloy, 25mm Rise, 9° Back Sweep, 31.8mm Clamp Diameter, 760mm Wide S/M, 780mm Wide L/XL
Grips
Vitus Lock On, N/A
Headset
Neco ZS44/28.6 upper & ZS56/39.8 lower, 1-1/8" Upper To 1.5" Lower Headtube To Suit Tapered Steerer
Seat
Saddle
Vitus, Black, Steel Rails
Seatpost
Vitus 6061 Alloy, 31.6mm Diameter x 400mm Long
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.34 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 313 mm | 313 mm | 313 mm |
| Front Center | 719 mm | 740 mm | 766 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 109 mm | 109 mm | 109 mm |
| Stack | 611 mm | 621 mm | 630 mm |
| Reach | 430.5 mm | 448 mm | 470 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 618 mm | 638 mm | 663 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 432 mm | 483 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1149 mm | 1170 mm | 1196 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 61 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 167 cm | 176 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 179 cm | 189 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
Nucleus 29 VRS is part of the Vitus Nucleus model. There are 65 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Vitus Nucleus bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Vitus Nucleus 24 Youth Hardtail 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 729$. Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS 2022 on the other hand costs 972$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS price was 972$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Nucleus 29 VRS price is 184.16% smaller than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail bike is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
With a weight of 13.7 kg (30.2 lbs), Vitus bike is a bit heavier than average. In other words, this model is 5.55% heavier than the average Trail bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Nucleus 29 VRS comes factory-installed with the Suntour XCR Air fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Nucleus 29 VRS bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS is equipped 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, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 3 sizes. They vary from 167 cm – 200 cm (5.48 ft – 6.56 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.