Vitus Nucleus 27 VRW Womens 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
735$
Weight | 14.16 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork SunTour XCR 32 Air
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Groupset Altus, microSHIFT -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
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
Nucleus 27.5" hardtail frame, 6061-T6 Alloy construction
Suspension Fork
SUNTOUR XCR32 BOOST AIR 120mm, 27.5"
Rear Shock
N/A, N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO ALTUS, RD-M2000, SGS 9-SPEED, SHADOW DESIGN
Front Derailleur
MICROSHIFT MD-462B, Down-SWING, DUAL-PULL, FOR REAR 9-SPEED, BAND TYPE(34.9MM)
Shift Levers
SHIMANO ALTUS SL-M2000, 9-SPEED RAPIDFIRE PLUS
Cassette
SHIMANO ALTUS, CS-HG200-9, 9-SPEED, 11-36T
Crank
SUNTOUR XCM, 36Tx22Tx175mm
Bottom Bracket
Square Taper Cartridge Bottom Bracket, 73mm / 113.5mm
Chain
KMC Z9 EPT Anti Rust N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
VITUS MS6F BOOST 15mm x 110mm, 32H, 6-BOLT
Rear Hub
VITUS K68R, Standard spacing 135mm x10mm, 32H, 6-BOLT
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0, 27.5", 30mm inner diameter, 32 hole, Pinned Joint
Spokes
14G STAINLESS DB BLACK BRASS NIPPLES
Tires
WTB Vigilante, 2.3" x 27.5" Comp tire w/High Grip Compound
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO HD-M290, WAVE STYLE ROTOR, ROTOR: 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus 50mm N/a
Handlebar
Nukeproof Neutron 25mm Rise, Width - S760mm, M760mm, L780mm, XL800mm, 31.8mm bar diameter
Grips
VITUS Tapered, single composite clamp, sticky rubber
Headset
FSA NO.57B
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Neutron N/A
Seatpost
VITUS 31.6mm x 400mm, zero offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 707 mm | 725 mm | 746 mm | 775 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 107 mm | 109 mm | 109 mm | 106 mm |
| Stack | 589 mm | 594 mm | 603 mm | 612 mm |
| Reach | 417 mm | 435 mm | 452 mm | 474 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 597 mm | 617 mm | 637 mm | 662 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1125 mm | 1143 mm | 1164 mm | 1193 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 169 cm | 179 cm | 189 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
Nucleus 27 VRW Womens 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 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Vitus Nucleus 24 Youth 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 583$. Vitus Nucleus 27 VRS 2020 on the other hand costs 789$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Trail bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 668$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 313.47% lower.
Average weight for Trail bikes
Trail bikes have an average weight of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Nucleus 27 VRW Womens weighs 14.16 kg (31.22 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 9.09% less than Nucleus 27 VRW Womens.
Overview of components
Fork
Vitus Nucleus 27 VRW Womens 2020 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCR 32 Air fork, and has 120mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
The wheels on Nucleus 27 VRW Womens are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Vitus Nucleus 27 VRW Womens has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Nucleus 27 VRW Womens comes in 4 sizes, that range from 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.