Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset SLX, Suntour -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
157cm - 172cm
MD
169cm - 152cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061-T6 Modern Alloy BOOST
Suspension Fork
100mm RockShox Recon RL Remote, 29 inch 110x15mm Boost
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX M7000, 11 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX M7000, 1 x 11
Cassette
SunRace CSMS8 11-46t, 11 speed
Crank
Suntour Zeron, 175mm, 30T
Bottom Bracket
Suntour
Chain
KMC X11 EPT, 11 speed
Wheels
Front Hub
KT, 32H, 110x15mm Boost
Rear Hub
KT, 32H, 148x12mm Boost
Rims
WTB ST i25
Spokes
N/A
Tires
Maxxis Ardent Race (F) Maxxis Ikon (R), 3C, 29x2.2”, 3C/EXO/TR (F) 3C, 29x2.2”, 3C/EXO/TR/ MaxxSpeed (R)
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT-400, 180mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus Alloy, S:70MM M:80MM L:90MM XL:100MM
Handlebar
Vitus Alloy, 720mm 5mm rise 31.8mm
Headset
FSA
Seat
Saddle
Vitus
Seatpost
Vitus Alloy, 31.6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.41 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm |
| Front Center | 695 mm | 716 mm | 738 mm | 759 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 104 mm | 104 mm | 104 mm | 104 mm |
| Stack | 628 mm | 628 mm | 641.7 mm | 650.9 mm |
| Reach | 407 mm | 427 mm | 442.9 mm | 460.1 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 597 mm | 617 mm | 637 mm | 657 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1128 mm | 1151 mm | 1173 mm | 1194 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 169 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 152 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Rapide belongs to the Vitus Rapide model. 45 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Vitus Rapide bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Vitus Rapide 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1094$. Vitus Rapide CRX 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 3040$.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2019 and its price was 1094$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Rapide price is 74.13% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Recon Silver RL is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Vitus Rapide 2019, has a 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, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Vitus Rapide is equipped with 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
Rapide comes in 4 sizes, that range from 157 cm – 199 cm (5.15 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.