Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tiagra, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Triple-butted 6061 aluminium frame
Suspension Fork
Full UD Carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Shift Levers
Shimano Tiagra
Cassette
Shimano Tiagra, 12/25 10-Speed
Crank
FSA Gossamer Pro Compact MegaExo, 50/34
Chain
Shimano Tiagra, 10-Speed
Wheels
Tires
Schwalbe Lugano PP, 700x23c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro
Cockpit
Stem
FSA OS-190
Handlebar
FSA Omega Compact
Headset
FSA
Seat
Saddle
Vitus
Seatpost
FSA SL-280
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Zenium 2012 belongs to the Vitus Zenium model. Vitus launched 52 bikes of this model so far.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Race bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Race bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3350$. However, you could also get a good Race bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Race bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Race bike, we get 6.82 kg (15.04 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
much heavier than average, Zenium 2012 has a weight of 9.2 kg (20.28 lbs). In short, the average Race bike weight is 34.9% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Vitus Zenium 2012 2012, has a 700c model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Zenium 2012 comes with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.