Vitus Dominer 2015
2015 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,210$
Weight | 16.9 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 200mm -
Travel Rear 200mm -
Fork Marzocchi
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Groupset Zee -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 172cm
MD
169cm - 152cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hydroformed 6061-T6 Aluminium, Four-bar V-Link Rear Suspension, 200mm Travel
Suspension Fork
Marzocchi 380CR, 200mm Travel, Coil + spring preload, Compression and Rebound damping, Ø38mm Aluminium Stanchions – low friction espresso coating, 1-1/8” aluminium steerer, 20mm Through Axle
Rear Shock
RockShox KAGE RC, 240mm x 76mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Zee RD-M640 Shadow Plus
Shift Levers
Shimano Zee SL-M640, Rapid Fire Plus, 10-Speed
Cassette
Shimano 105 CS-5700, 11t-25t, 10-Speed
Crank
Shimano Zee FC-M645, 165mm, 34t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Zee, (BSA)
Chain
KMC X10, 10-Speed
Chain Guide
E.Thirteen LG1+
Wheels
Front Hub
Funn DH Disc, 6 Bolt, 110mm x 20mm
Rear Hub
Funn DH Disc, 6 Bolt, 150mm x 12mm Rear
Rims
WTB Frequency Team i25 TCS, 27.5
Spokes
Stainless double butted
Tires
Maxxis High Roller II, 27.5” x 2.4”
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Zee BR-M640, Hydraulic Disc, 203mm Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Funn RSX Light, CNC 6061-T6 Aluminium, 15 Degree Rise, RockShox BoXXer Direct Mount standard with 45mm & 50mm Extension
Handlebar
Vitus Riser Bar, 7075 Double Butted Alloy, 760mm Wide, 25mm Rise
Headset
Cane Creek, Zero Stack, 1.1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Vitus
Seatpost
Funn Kratos, AL7050-T73, 0mm Offset, 27.2mm x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Stack | 587 mm | 587 mm | 587 mm |
| Reach | 397.8 mm | 422.8 mm | 447.8 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 580.4 mm | 605.4 mm | 630.4 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 61.5 ° | 61.5 ° | 61.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 432.4 mm | 444.9 mm | 457.5 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 63 ° | 63 ° | 63 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1192 mm | 1217 mm | 1242 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 169 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 152 cm | 187 cm |
Model Overview
Dominer belongs to the Vitus Dominer model. Vitus released 13 bikes variations of this model so far.
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.
Downhill bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Downhill bike you should know that the average price is 3391$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Downhill bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2918$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Dominer price is 16.21% smaller than the average cost of a Downhill bike.
Downhill bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Downhill bike, we get 15.89 kg (35.03 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Dominer weighs 16.9 kg (37.26 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 6.36% heavier than the average Downhill bike.
Dominer components
Fork
This bike has the Marzocchi fork installed. The fork’s travel is 200mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. 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
Vitus Dominer bike has the RockShox KAGE RC model installed, and has a travel of 200mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
The wheels on Dominer are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Dominer comes in 3 sizes, that range from 152 cm – 187 cm (4.99 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.