Vitus Dominer 2016
2016 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,010$
Weight | 16.86 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 RockShox BoXXer
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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
RockShox BoXXer Team, 200mm Travel, Coil spring preload, Charger Damper, Rapid Recovery rebound, Ø35mm Aluminium Stanchions – Fast Black coating, 1-1/8” aluminium steerer, 20mm Through Axle
Rear Shock
RockShox Vivid R2C, 222mm x 70mm
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
Novatec DH61 Disc, 6 Bolt, 110mm x 20mm
Rear Hub
Novatec DH82 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
Nukeproof Direct Mount, CNC 6061-T6 Aluminium, 30 Degree Rise, RockShox BoXXer Direct Mount standard with 45mm Extension
Handlebar
Nukeproof Warhead, 7075 Double Butted Alloy, 760mm Wide, 20mm Rise
Headset
Cane Creek, Zero Stack, 1.1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Vitus
Seatpost
Nukeproof Warhead Inline, AL7075, 0mm Offset, 30.9mm x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.33 mm |
| Stack | 588.48 mm | 588.48 mm | 588.48 mm |
| Reach | 393.7 mm | 418.7 mm | 443.7 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567.18 mm | 592.18 mm | 617.18 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 393.7 mm | 393.7 mm | 406.4 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 63 ° | 63 ° | 63 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1195 mm | 1220 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 169 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 152 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Dominer completes the Vitus Dominer model. Vitus launched 13 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2016, by clicking on this link.
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 Downhill bikes
If you want an acceptable Downhill bike you should know that the average price is 3391$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Downhill bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2016 for 2736$. Comparing this to the average Downhill bike price, we see that the price is 23.94% lower.
Average weight for Downhill bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Downhill bike is 15.89 kg (35.03 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Dominer weighs 16.86 kg (37.17 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Downhill bike weighs 6.1% less than Dominer.
Dominer components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox BoXXer model. The travel on this model is 200mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Fork material
Dominer has an aluminum fork, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox Vivid R2C model, with 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
When leaving the production line, the Dominer model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 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 provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Vitus Dominer bike has 3 sizes, in the range of 152 cm – 187 cm (4.99 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.