Vitus Nucleus 275 VRS 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
775$
Weight | 13.57 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 RockShox 30 Silver TK
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Groupset Alivio, microSHIFT -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
157cm - 172cm
MD
169cm - 152cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061-T6 alloy
Suspension Fork
RockShox 30 Silver TK Solo Air 27.5”, Solo Air Spring with Turn Key Damping Adjustment, Tapered Alloy Steerer, 120mm Travel, 9mm QR
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio RD-T4000
Front Derailleur
Microshift MD-462B, 34.9mm Band
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio SL-4000, Rapid Fire Plus, 9-Speed
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG400, 11t-32t, 9-Speed
Crank
Suntour XCM, 175mm, 36tx22t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Octalink, BSA
Chain
KMC Z99, 9-Speed
Wheels
Front Hub
KT KT-MD7F, 110mm x QR, Disc Brake 6-Bolt
Rear Hub
KT KT-MD4R, 135mm x QR, Disc Brake 6-Bolt
Rims
WTB STP i19 TCS, Tubeless ready, 27.5”
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
WTB, Front: Vigilante Comp, High Grip Compound, 27.5” x 2.3”, Rear: Trail Boss Comp, 27.5” x 2.25”
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M290, Hydraulic Disc Brake – 160mm Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus, 3D Forged 6061-T6 Aluminium, +/- 6 Degree Rise, 60mm Extension
Handlebar
Vitus Riser Bar, 6061 Double Butted Alloy, 15mm Rise, 740mm Wide
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5B, Zero Stack (NO.57B) 1.1/8” - 1.5”
Seat
Saddle
Vitus
Seatpost
Vitus alloy, 15mm Offset, 31.6mm x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.38 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 320 mm | 320 mm | 320 mm |
| Front Center | 669 mm | 695 mm | 721 mm |
| Rake | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Stack | 594.83 mm | 599.47 mm | 608.74 mm |
| Reach | 395.58 mm | 419.25 mm | 441.59 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 582 mm | 600 mm | 617 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1089 mm | 1114 mm | 1140 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 169 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 152 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Nucleus 275 VRS is a Vitus Nucleus model. There are 65 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2017, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Vitus Nucleus 29 VR 2017 is the cheapest bike model and costs 595$. Vitus Nucleus 275 VRS 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 704$.
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
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2017 and its price was 704$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that Nucleus 275 VRS price is 292.33% lower.
Average weight for Trail bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 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.
With a weight of 13.57 kg (29.92 lbs), Vitus bike is slightly heavier than average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 4.55% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The Nucleus 275 VRS comes factory-installed with the RockShox 30 Silver TK fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
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
When it comes to wheels, the Nucleus 275 VRS bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Vitus Nucleus 275 VRS has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Nucleus 275 VRS comes in 3 sizes, that range from 157 cm – 187 cm (5.15 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.