Vitus Nucleus 27 VRS 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
869$
Weight | 13.96 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork SunTour XCR 32 Air
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Groupset Deore, Suntour SR -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
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
Nucleus 27.5" hardtail frame, 6061-T6 Alloy construction
Suspension Fork
SUNTOUR XCR32 BOOST AIR 120mm, 27.5"
Rear Shock
N/A, N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO DEORE 10 speed, RD-M6000, GS 10-SPEED, SHADOW PLUS DESIGN
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
SHIMANO DEORE 10 speed SL-M6000-R, 10-SPEED RAPIDFIRE PLUS
Cassette
SUNRACE 11-46T, CSMS2 10spd 11-46T ED-BLACK
Crank
SR SUNTOUR ZERON, 32T, 170mm, GXP 73mm, 53mm BOOST chain line
Bottom Bracket
SR SUNTOUR, Threaded 73mm BSA
Chain
KMC Z9 EPT Anti Rust N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
VITUS MS6F BOOST 15mm x 110mm, 32H, 6-BOLT
Rear Hub
VITUS K68R, Standard spacing 135mm x10mm, 32H, 6-BOLT
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0, 27.5", 30mm inner diameter, 32 hole, Pinned Joint
Spokes
14G STAINLESS DB BLACK BRASS NIPPLES
Tires
WTB Vigilante, 2.3" x 27.5" Comp tire w/High Grip Compound
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO HD-M290, WAVE STYLE ROTOR, ROTOR: 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus 50mm N/A
Handlebar
Nukeproof Neutron 25mm Rise, Width - S760mm, M760mm, L780mm, XL800mm, 31.8mm bar diameter
Grips
VITUS Tapered, single composite clamp, sticky rubber
Headset
FSA NO.57B
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Neutron N/A
Seatpost
VITUS 31.6mm x 400mm, zero offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 707 mm | 725 mm | 746 mm | 775 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 107 mm | 109 mm | 109 mm | 106 mm |
| Stack | 589 mm | 594 mm | 603 mm | 612 mm |
| Reach | 417 mm | 435 mm | 452 mm | 474 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 597 mm | 617 mm | 637 mm | 662 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1125 mm | 1143 mm | 1164 mm | 1193 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 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 |
About this model
Nucleus 27 VRS is part of the Vitus Nucleus model. Vitus released 65 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Vitus Nucleus 24 Youth 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 583$. Vitus Nucleus 27 VRS 2020 on the other hand costs 789$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Trail bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 789$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 250.06% smaller.
Trail bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 13.96 kg (30.78 lbs), Vitus bike is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 7.55% heavier than the average weight of Trail bikes.
Nucleus 27 VRS components
Fork
The SunTour XCR 32 Air is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 120mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Vitus Nucleus 27 VRS 2020, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Vitus Nucleus 27 VRS has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Vitus Nucleus 27 VRS bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.