Vitus E-Sommet VRX Mountain 2021
2021 E-bike
Estimate price |
7,359$
Weight | 24.31 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Fork RockShox ZEB Ultimate
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Groupset XT, Shimano -
Suspension Full -
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 Alloy 6061-T6 double butted e-bike, Internal cable routing, post mount disc brake mounts, Boost hub spacing - 148mm x 12mm thru axle, Shimano STEPS compatible
Suspension Fork
RockShox Zeb Ultimate RC2 29”, Charger 2.1 damper, DebonAir, 38mm stanchions, 170mm travel, 1.8” taper, 110mm x 15mm MaxleStealth axle 44mm offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+, DebonAir, 205mm x 65mm, trunnion
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100, Shadow plus, long cage, 12 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano XT M8100 Rapidfire plus, 12 speed
Cassette
Shimano SLX M7100, 10t-51t, 12 speed
Crank
Shimano M8150, 165mm, 34t, 53mm chain line
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Integrated, N/A
Chain
Shimano SLX M7100 12 speed
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss Boost – 110mm x 15mm thru axle
Rear Hub
DT Swiss, Shimano microspline driver, Boost – 148mm x 12mm thru axle
Rims
DT Swiss H1700, SPLINE BLACK 27.5"
Spokes
Maxxis High Roller II, 3C MaxxGrip compound, DD, 29” x 2.50”
Tires
DT Swiss, N/A
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT M8120 203mm, 6 bolt
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT76 or Brakco DR-02 203mm, 6 bolt
Cockpit
Stem
Nukeproof Neutron alloy 6061, 45mm reach, 0° rise
Handlebar
Nukeproof Horizon riser Alloy 7050, 9° back sweep, 780mm wide 12mm rise S/M, 800mm wide 25mm rise L/XL
Grips
Vitus lock on N/A
Headset
Acros AZX-589 Sealed bearings, ZS56/28.6 – ZS66/40
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Medium 142mm x 265mm, Cro-moly rails
Seatpost
Brand-X Ascend dropper Remote lever, 31.6mm, S 125mm drop/M 150mm drop/L,XL 170mm drop
Motor & Battery
Motor
Shimano E8036 630Wh N/A
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 VRX Mountain belongs to the Vitus E E Sommet model. Vitus released 23 e-bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Vitus E-Sommet VR Mountain 2021 has a starting price of 4378$. Vitus E-Sommet VRX Mountain 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 6689$.
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
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 4785$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro e-bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality e-bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Vitus E-Sommet VRX Mountain price was 6689$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that E-Sommet VRX Mountain price is 39.79% more expensive than the average cost of an Enduro e-bike.
Enduro e-bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of an Enduro e-bike is 23.42 kg (51.63 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 24.31 kg (53.59 lbs), Vitus e-bike is slightly heavier than average. In other words, this model is 3.8% heavier than the average Enduro e-bike.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
E-Sommet VRX Mountain components
Fork
The RockShox ZEB Ultimate is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 170mm. 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 size
As for the wheels, Vitus E-Sommet VRX Mountain 2021, has a 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. 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 VRX Mountain has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
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 short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. 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.