Vitus Mythique 27 VRX Mountain 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,408$
Weight | 14.6 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Fork Marzocchi Bomber Z2
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Groupset SLX, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
157cm - 169cm
MD
166cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 189cm
XL
187cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Mythique Alloy 6061, Post mount disc brake mounts, BSA threaded BB, Boost hub spacing – 148mm x 12mm thru axle
Suspension Fork
Marzocchi Bomber Z2 27.5”, Rail damper, Float air spring, 34mm stanchions, 140mm travel, tapered alloy steerer, Boost hub spacing – 110mm x 15mm QR axle 44mm rake
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch R, 200mm x 57mm, trunnion
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX M7100, Shadow plus, long cage, 12 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M6100 Rapidfire plus, 12 speed
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51t 12 speed
Crank
Shimano Deore M5100, 32t, 170mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BSA, N/A
Chain
Shimano Deore M6100 12 speed 116l
Wheels
Front Hub
Vitus KT DHF112 Double sealed bearings, 32h, 6 bolt, 110mm x 15mm thru axle
Rear Hub
Vitus KT H5ER-SH, Double sealed bearings, 32h, 6 bolt, 148mm x 12mm thru axle
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0, 27.5”, 32h TCS tubeless tape fitted
Spokes
Vitus N/A
Tires
Schwalbe Magic Mary, Snakeskin, TL Easy, E-25, Addix soft, 27.5” x 2.35”
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT501, N/A
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT56 or Brakco DR-02, 180mm, 6 bolt
Cockpit
Stem
Nukeproof Neutron alloy 6061, 45mm reach, 0° rise 31.8mm
Handlebar
Nukeproof Neutron V2 riser 6061 alloy, 25mm rise, 9° back sweep, 760mm wide S/M, 780mm wide L/XL 31.8mm
Grips
Vitus lock on N/A
Headset
Acros AZX-212 AZX-212-CO, sealed bearings, ZS44/28.6 – ZS56/40
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Neutron N/A
Seatpost
Brand-X Ascend dropper Remote lever, 31.6mm, S 100mm drop/M 120mm drop/L,XL 150mm drop
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.33 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.23 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 333 mm | 333 mm | 333 mm | 333 mm |
| Front Center | 732 mm | 754 mm | 775 mm | 802 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 104 mm | 104 mm | 104 mm | 104 mm |
| Stack | 576.9 mm | 586.07 mm | 595.23 mm | 604.39 mm |
| Reach | 433.63 mm | 451.39 mm | 469.16 mm | 491.92 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 569.77 mm | 591.24 mm | 612.71 mm | 639.18 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.82 ° | 76.69 ° | 76.55 ° | 76.42 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 395 mm | 433 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.54 ° | 66.54 ° | 66.54 ° | 66.54 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1161 mm | 1182 mm | 1204 mm | 1231 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 22 mm | 22 mm | 22 mm | 22 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 169 cm | 179 cm | 189 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
Mythique 27 VRX Mountain belongs to the Vitus Mythique model. 30 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Vitus Mythique bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Vitus Mythique 27 VRW Womens Mountain 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1641$. On the other hand, Vitus Mythique 27 VRX Mountain 2021, is the most expensive and costs 2188$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2188$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 26.23% smaller.
Trail bikes average weight
Trail bikes weigh an average of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
considerably heavier than average, Mythique 27 VRX Mountain has a weight of 14.6 kg (32.19 lbs). In other words, this model is 12.48% heavier than the average Trail bike.
Mythique 27 VRX Mountain components
Fork
The Marzocchi Bomber Z2 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 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.
Wheels size
The Mythique 27 VRX Mountain 2021 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Mythique 27 VRX Mountain. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!