Vitus Rapide FS CRS Mountain 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,746$
Weight | 11.7 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 181mm -
Fork RockShox SID SL Select
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Groupset SLX, Shimano -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
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
Rapide FS UD Carbon Full Suspension Frame, Post disc brake mounts, BSA threaded BB, Boost hub spacing – 148mm x 12mm thru axle. Axle Specifications: 181mm Length, 20mm Thread Length, M12xP1.5 Thread Pitch
Suspension Fork
RockShox SID SL Select RL 29”, 100mm travel, Remote Lockout, DebonAir, Charger RL Damper, 32mm stanchions, tapered alloy steerer, Boost hub spacing – 110mm x 15mm Maxle Stealth axle, 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, Remote Lockout, trunnion mount, DebonAir, 165mm x 40mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX M7100, 12 Speed, Shadow Plus, Long Cage
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX M7100, 12 Speed, Rapidfire Plus
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100, 12 Speed, 10-51T Range
Crank
Shimano MT501, 30T Narrow Wide Chainring, S: 170mm Crank Length M/L/XL: 175mm Crank Length
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB52, BSA Threaded BB
Chain
Shimano Deore M6100, 12 Speed, 114 Links
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss X 1900 Spline, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 110mm x 1mm
Rear Hub
DT Swiss X 1900 Spline, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 148mm x 12mm
Rims
DT Swiss X 1900 Spline, 29", 25mm Inner Rim Width, Presta Valve, Tubeless Ready Rim Tape Installed
Tires
Maxxis Rekon Race, 29" x 2.25", EXO casing
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore M6100 or SRAM DB8, Post Mount
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT56 or SRAM CenterLine, 180mm Front & Rear, 6 Bolt Hub Fitment
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus 6061 Alloy, Reach - S & M: 60mm, L:70mm, XL: 80mm, 31.8mm Handlebar Clamp Diameter, -7° Rise
Handlebar
Vitus 6061 Alloy, 5mm rise, 9° back sweep, S: 720mm wide, M/ L/XL: 740mm wide
Grips
Vitus Lock On, N/A
Headset
Acros AZX-212-CO R5, IS41.8/28.6 upper & IS52/40 lower to suit 1-1/8" upper tapered to 1.5" lower headtube
Seat
Saddle
WTB SL8 Comp, 142mm wide, Black, CrMo Rails
Seatpost
Vitus 6061 Alloy, 31.6mm Diameter x 400mm Long
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.32 mm | 1.25 mm | 1.22 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 329 mm | 329 mm | 329 mm | 329 mm |
| Front Center | 725 mm | 759 mm | 790 mm | 817 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 109 mm | 109 mm | 109 mm | 109 mm |
| Stack | 576 mm | 585 mm | 599 mm | 617 mm |
| Reach | 438 mm | 468 mm | 493 mm | 513 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 571 mm | 605 mm | 633 mm | 657 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77 ° | 77 ° | 77 ° | 77 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 440 mm | 490 mm | 540 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1152 mm | 1186 mm | 1217 mm | 1244 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 169 cm | 179 cm | 189 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
Rapide FS CRS Mountain belongs to the Vitus Rapide model. Vitus released 45 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Vitus Rapide 29 Mountain 2022 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1154$. On the other hand, Vitus Rapide FS CRX Mountain 2022, is the most expensive and costs 4864$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Downhill bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Downhill bike is 3391$. However, you could also get a good Downhill bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Vitus released this model in 2022, its price was 3405$. Comparing this to the average Downhill bike price, we see that the price is 0.41% higher.
Downhill bikes average weight
The average weight for Downhill bikes is 15.89 kg (35.03 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Vitus Rapide FS CRS Mountain it’s weighing 11.7 kg (25.79 lbs). At this weight, is much lighter than average. In short, the average Downhill bike weight is 35.81% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The Rapide FS CRS Mountain comes factory-installed with the RockShox SID SL Select fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ model, with a travel of 181mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Rapide FS CRS Mountain bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Vitus Rapide FS CRS Mountain is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Rapide FS CRS Mountain comes in 4 sizes, that range from 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.