Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS Mountain 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,069$
Weight | 13.7 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork Suntour XCR 32 Air
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
MD
167cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 189cm
XL
187cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Nucleus Aluminium 6061-T6, BSA Threaded BB, IS Disc Brake Mounts, 135mm x 9mm QR Rear Dropouts
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCR32 Boost Air LOR DS, 120mm Travel, 29", 1.5" - 1 1/8" Tapered Steerer, Post Mount Brake Mounts, 110mm x 15mm Thru-Axle, Air Spring
Rear Shock
N/A, N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M5120 10 Speed, Shadow Plus, Clutch
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M4100 10 Speed, Optical Gear Display
Cassette
Sunrace 10 Speed, 11-46T Range
Crank
Shimano M5100 Deore, 170mm, 32t Narrow Wide Chainring, for 73mm BB
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Hollowtech, BSA Threaded BB, 73mm Shell
Chain
KMC X10, 112 Link
Wheels
Front Hub
Vitus KT MS6F, 32h, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 110mm x 15mm Thru-Axle
Rear Hub
Vitus KT K68R, 32h, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 135mm x 9mm QR
Rims
WTB i30 TCS 2.0, 29", 32h, Presta Valve, Tubeless Ready Rim Tape Installed
Tires
Maxxis Ardent, 29", 2.25" Width
Brakes
Brakes
Clarks M2, Two Piston Calliper
Disk Rotors
Clarks M2, 180mm Front, 160mm Rear, 6 Bolt Hub Fitment
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus 50mm Reach, Alloy, 31.8mm Handlebar Clamp Diameter, 3° Rise
Handlebar
Nukeproof Neutron V2 Riser, 6061 Alloy, 25mm Rise, 9° Back Sweep, 31.8mm Clamp Diameter, 760mm Wide S/M, 780mm Wide L/XL
Grips
Vitus Lock On, N/A
Headset
Neco ZS44/28.6 upper & ZS56/39.8 lower, 1-1/8" Upper To 1.5" Lower Headtube To Suit Tapered Steerer
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Neutron, N/A
Seatpost
Vitus 6061 Alloy, 31.6mm Diameter x 400mm Long
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.34 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 313 mm | 313 mm | 313 mm |
| Front Center | 719 mm | 740 mm | 766 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 109 mm | 109 mm | 109 mm |
| Stack | 611 mm | 621 mm | 630 mm |
| Reach | 430.5 mm | 448 mm | 470 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 618 mm | 638 mm | 663 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 432 mm | 483 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1149 mm | 1170 mm | 1196 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 61 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 167 cm | 176 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 179 cm | 189 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
Nucleus 29 VRS Mountain belongs to the Vitus Nucleus model. There are 65 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Vitus Nucleus bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Vitus Nucleus 24 Youth Hardtail 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 729$. Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS 2022 on the other hand costs 972$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Trail bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 972$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Nucleus 29 VRS Mountain price is 184.16% lower than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail bike is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
a bit heavier than average, Nucleus 29 VRS Mountain has a weight of 13.7 kg (30.2 lbs). In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 5.55% less than Nucleus 29 VRS Mountain.
Overview of 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. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
The wheels on Nucleus 29 VRS Mountain are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS Mountain has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Nucleus 29 VRS Mountain comes in 3 sizes, that range from 167 cm – 200 cm (5.48 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.