Vitus Escarpe 2016
2016 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,872$
Weight | 14.33 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 135mm -
Fork Manitou
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Groupset Deore, FSA -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 171cm
MD
169cm - 181cm
LG
179cm - 191cm
XL
189cm - 201cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hydroformed 6061-T6 Aluminium, Four-bar V-Link Rear Suspension, 135mm Travel
Suspension Fork
Manitou Minute Comp, 140mm Travel, TS Air spring, Ø32mm Aluminium stanchions, Compression to Lockout and Rebound damping, TPC Technology ABS+ Trail Tuned, Tapered aluminium steerer, 15mm QR Through Axle
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch R, 190mm x 51mm, Custom tune HVI ML
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-M615 Shadow Plus
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore, Direct Mount FD-M616
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore SL-M610, Rapid Fire Plus, 10-Speed
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG50, 11t-36t, 10-Speed
Crank
FSA Gamma Drive, MegaExo, 170mm, 36tx24t
Bottom Bracket
FSA, MegaExo (BSA)
Chain
KMC X10, 10-Speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec D811, 6 Bolt, 100mm x 15mm
Rear Hub
Novatec D882, 6 Bolt, 142mm x 12mm
Rims
WTB ST i23 TCS (tubeless ready), 27.5”
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
WTB, Front: Vigilante Comp High Grip Compound, 27.5” x 2.3”, Rear: Trail Boss Comp 27.5” x 2.25”
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M396, Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus, 3D Forged 6061-T6 Aluminium, +/- 7 Degree Rise, 60mm Extension
Handlebar
Nukeproof Riser Bar, 7075 Double Butted Alloy, 20mm Rise, 760mm Wide
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5, Zero Stack (NO.57), 1.1/8” – 1.5”
Seat
Saddle
Vitus
Seatpost
Vitus alloy, 6061-T6, 15mm Offset, 31.6mm x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm |
| Front Center | 701 mm | 726 mm | 747 mm | 769 mm |
| Rake | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Trail | 112 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm |
| Stack | 590.93 mm | 590.93 mm | 600.14 mm | 609.34 mm |
| Reach | 408.66 mm | 433.66 mm | 450.94 mm | 468.21 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 599 mm | 619 mm | 639 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 382 mm | 433 mm | 483 mm | 523 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1134 mm | 1159 mm | 1180 mm | 1201 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 169 cm | 179 cm | 189 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 181 cm | 191 cm | 201 cm |
About this model
Escarpe is a Vitus Escarpe model. There are 77 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2016 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Vitus Escarpe 2016 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1702$. Vitus Escarpe PRO 2016 on the other hand costs 4013$, 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
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Vitus released this model in 2016, its price was 1702$. In conclusion, this bike price is 62.28% lower than the price of the average Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 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.
Vitus Escarpe it’s weighing 14.33 kg (31.59 lbs). At this weight, is considerably heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 10.4% less than Escarpe.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Manitou model. The travel on this model is 140mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is RockShox Monarch R, with a travel distance of 135mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
The Escarpe 2016 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Vitus Escarpe has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 152 cm – 201 cm (4.99 ft – 6.59 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.