Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork RockShox
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Groupset Deore, Alivio -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Virtue Equilink Trail Adjustable 120/130mm Travel Alloy Suspension Frame, 7005 double-butted Aluminum Front and Rear Triangle w/Hydroform TT & Down Tube and Seatstays: Control Taper 1.125/1.5 Integrated Head Tube, Replaceable Derailleur Hanger, Disc-Brake Specific
Suspension Fork
RockShox Tora TK Coil 120mm Travel: with tapered 1 1/8- 1.5 Alloy steerer Turnkey Lockout, and Rebound adjuster, with Poploc
Rear Shock
RockShox Ario R: Solo Air Spring; Hydraulic Damping with IFP and Rebound Adjustment
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-M592: Top-Normal Version
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio FD-M430
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-M430 9 speed: Rapid Fire Shift Levers
Cassette
SRAM PG-950 9-speed 11-32
Crank
Shimano Alivio , FC-M431-L, 9-speed:, 44X32X22T, W/CG, , For Octalink Lengths: S=170mm; M/L/XL=175mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano ES-25 Octalink
Chain
KMC Z99 9-speed
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged Aluminum, for Disc Brake: with Alloy Quick-Release Lever 32H
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-M475: 6-Bolt Type Rotor Mount, 9 speed Cassette 32H, with Quick Release
Rims
WTB SX-24 Disc Brake doublewall Aluminum: 26 x 1.5 x 32H
Spokes
Stainless 14g with Brass Nipples
Tires
Felt TAR Mountain tire: Aggressive Multi trail, High Void tread design, XXX Traction Compound, 60 tpi case with Wire bead, 26 x 2.1, Presta valve Tubes
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO BR-M445 Hydraulic Disc Brake: Rotors: 160mm Front 160mm Rear
Brake Levers
Shimano Hydraulic BL-M445
Cockpit
Stem
Felt MTB oversized 3D-Forged Design: 4-Bolt Handlebar Clamp, with Hole in Front Clamp, 1-1/8 Threadless, for 31.8mm Handlebar, 7 Degree Rise, with CP Cromo hardware;Sizes S=90mm, M=100mm, L/XL=110mm
Handlebar
Felt MTB XC Riser bar: butted 6061 Aluminum 31.8mm bar bore,Widths; Widths; S=660mm M/L/XL=680mm
Grips
Felt double-density wing grips: Kraton rubber base, Pruven rubber center, Color matched
Headset
Fully Integrated 1-1/8/1.5 Aheadset for tapered Head tube: Sealed Cartridge Bearing, with Felt Tornado Alloy Top Cap, Custom Curved 1 x 15mm + 2 x 5mm Straight Washers
Seat
Saddle
Felt Mountain Design: Low Side Profile Look with Comfort Fit Top, double-Density Base, Satin Steel Rails
Seatpost
Felt Alloy Micro-Adjust: 6061 Alloy Low-Profile Forged Head & Extruded Rail Clamps, Sizes: S=30.9mm x 350mm, M/L/XL=30.9mm x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 333 mm | 333 mm | 333 mm | 333 mm |
| Front Center | 652 mm | 678 mm | 702 mm | 728 mm |
| Rake | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1075 mm | 1101 mm | 1125 mm | 1151 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 10 mm | 10 mm | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Standover Height | 693 mm | 703 mm | 747 mm | 788 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Virtue Sport belongs to the Felt Virtue model. There are 35 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Felt Virtue bikes models from 2011, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Felt Virtue Sport 2011 has a starting price of 1999$. Felt Virtue Expert 2011 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2799$.
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
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Felt Virtue Sport price was 1999$. In conclusion, this bike price is 38.17% smaller than the price of the average Trail bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Virtue Sport comes factory-installed with the RockShox fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. 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
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox Ario R: Solo Air Spring; model, with a travel of 130mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Virtue Sport are the 26″ aluminum type. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Felt Virtue Sport is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Virtue Sport comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.