Vitus E-Sommet 297 VRS 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
6,690$
Weight | 24.4 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
-
-
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Travel Rear 167mm -
Fork RockShox ZEB Select
-
Groupset SLX, e*thirteen -
Suspension Full -
Motor Shimano mid-drive -
Battery Shimano BT-EN806-A, 630Wh, Downtube Integrated -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
157cm - 169cm
MD
166cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 189cm
XL
187cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
E-Sommet 6061-T6 Double Butted Alloy, Internal cable routing, post mount disc brake mounts, Boost hub spacing - 148mm x 12mm thru axle, Shimano STEPS compatible. Axle Specifications: 180mm Length, 13mm Thread Length, M12xP1.0 Thread Pitch
Suspension Fork
RockShox Zeb Select 29", 170mm travel, Charger RC damper, DebonAir, 38mm stanchions, 110mm x 15mm Maxle Stealth axle, 44mm offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select R, DebonAir, 205mm x 65mm, trunnion
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX M7100, 12 Speed, Shadow Plus, Long Cage
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX M7100, 12 Speed, Rapidfire Plus
Cassette
Geardrive GM12, 12 Speed, 11-52T Range
Crank
E*Thirteen E*Spec Plus, 34T Narrow Wide Chainring, 165mm Crank Length, 53mm Chain Line
Bottom Bracket
N/A, N/A
Chain
KMC X12, 12 Speed, 116 Links
Wheels
Front Hub
Nukeproof Neutron V2, 32H, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 110mm x 15mm
Rear Hub
Nukeproof Neutron V2, 32H, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, HG Freehub, 148mm x 12mm
Rims
Nukeproof Neutron V2, 27.5", 32H, Presta Valve, Tubeless Ready Rim Tape Installed
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai, 29" x 2.5" WT, 3C MaxxGrip compound, DD casing, Rear: Maxxis Assegai, 29" x 2.5" WT, 3C MaxxGrip compound, DD casing
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM DB8, Post Mount, Four Piston Caliper
Cockpit
Stem
Nukeproof Neutron AM, 6061 Alloy, 45mm length, 31.8mm Handlebar Clamp Diameter, 0° Rise
Handlebar
Nukeproof Horizon V2 Riser, 7075 Alloy, 9° Back Sweep, 31.8mm Clamp Diameter, S & M: 780mm Wide, 12mm Rise, L & XL: 800mm Wide, 25mm Rise
Grips
Vitus Lock On, N/A
Headset
Nukeproof, ZS56/28.6 upper & ZS66/46 lower to suit 1-1/8" upper tapered to 1.8" lower headtube
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Trail Saddle, Black, Steel Rails
Seatpost
Brand-X Ascend Dropper, Remote lever, 31.6mm Diameter, S: 125mm drop, M: 150mm drop, L & XL: 170mm drop
Motor & Battery
Motor
Shimano BT-EN806-A, 630Wh, Downtube Integrated
Battery
Shimano BT-EN806-A, 630Wh, Downtube Integrated
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Front Center | 777 mm | 795 mm | 827 mm | 858 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 42 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 134 mm | 136 mm | 134 mm | 134 mm |
| Stack | 642 mm | 642 mm | 646 mm | 655 mm |
| Reach | 427 mm | 447 mm | 475 mm | 502 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 578 mm | 598 mm | 621 mm | 645 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77 ° | 77 ° | 77.5 ° | 78 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 410 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1214 mm | 1232 mm | 1264 mm | 1295 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Standover Height | 837 mm | 839 mm | 846 mm | 860 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 169 cm | 179 cm | 189 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
E-Sommet 297 VRS is part of the Vitus E E Sommet model. Vitus released 23 e-bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Vitus E-Sommet VR 2023 has a starting price of 4699$. Vitus E-Sommet 297 VRX 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 7297$.
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.
Enduro e-bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro e-bike is 4785$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro e-bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 6081$. If we compare this with the average Enduro e-bike cost we notice that the price is 27.08% more expensive.
Enduro e-bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of an Enduro e-bike, we get 23.42 kg (51.63 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 24.4 kg (53.79 lbs), the E-Sommet 297 VRS model is slightly heavier than average. In short, the average Enduro e-bike weight is 4.18% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The E-Sommet 297 VRS comes factory-installed with the RockShox ZEB Select fork. This has a travel range of 170mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this e-bike has the RockShox Super Deluxe Select R model, with a travel of 167mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the E-Sommet 297 VRS model has 29″ aluminum wheels. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the e-bike itself.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The E-Sommet 297 VRS has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
Vitus E-Sommet 297 VRS includes a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.