Vitus Rapide VR 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,538$
Weight | 12.51 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset SX Eagle -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
157cm - 172cm
MD
169cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 192cm
XL
189cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Rapide 29" alloy XC hardtail, Boost, AL6061
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Reba RL 100mm REMOTE, MOTION CONTROL RL, 29", 51mm offset, BOOST 15X110, MXL STEALTH, SOLO AIR ONELOC remote lockout
Rear Shock
N/A, N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-SPEED
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle 12-SPEED
Cassette
SRAM SX Eagle 10-50T, N/A
Crank
SRAM SX Eagle, 30T, 53mm BOOST chainline, Powerspline S: 170mm, M,L,XL:175mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM SX Eagle, Theaded 73mm BSA, Powerspline
Chain
KMC Z9 EPT Anti Rust 12-SPEED
Wheels
Front Hub
VITUS DHF112 Boost 15x110mm, DOUBLE SEALED BEARINGS, 32H, 6 BOLT
Rear Hub
VITUS M5ER, Boost 12x148mm, DOUBLE SEALED BEARINGS, 32H, Shimano 11spd Driver Body, 6 BOLT
Rims
WTB STlight i25 TCS 2.0, 29", 25mm inner diameter, 32 hole, Sleeved Joint
Spokes
14G STAINLESS DB BLACK BLACK BRASS NIPPLES
Tires
SCHWALBE RACING RAY Evo,, 29" x 2,25", SnakeSkin, TLE, ADDIX SpeedGrip
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level T, 180mm 6-BOLT CENTERLINE Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus 3D FORGED 31.8MM -7DEG S:70MM / M:80MM / L:90MM / XL:100MM
Handlebar
Vitus 5mm RISE, 9 DEGREE BACK SWEEP, 31.8mm diameter S720mm / M740mm / L740mm / XL740mm)
Grips
VITUS Tapered, single alloy clamp, sticky rubber
Headset
ACROS Zero Stack 44/28 - 56/40
Seat
Saddle
VITUS N/A
Seatpost
VITUS 31.6x400m/m ALLOY 6061
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.42 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm |
| Front Center | 695 mm | 716 mm | 733 mm | 759 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 47 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 104 mm | 104 mm | 108 mm | 104 mm |
| Stack | 628 mm | 628 mm | 642 mm | 651 mm |
| Reach | 407 mm | 427 mm | 442 mm | 460 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 597 mm | 617 mm | 637 mm | 657 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1128 mm | 1151 mm | 1168 mm | 1194 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 169 cm | 179 cm | 189 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 182 cm | 192 cm | 200 cm |
About this model
Rapide VR is a Vitus Rapide model. Vitus launched 45 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Vitus Rapide 2020 has a starting price of 1094$. Vitus Rapide CRX 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 3040$.
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 Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Vitus released this model in 2020, its price was 1398$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Rapide VR price is 36.27% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
slightly heavier than average, Rapide VR has a weight of 12.51 kg (27.58 lbs). To sum up, it’s 0.89% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
Vitus Rapide VR 2020 bike is equipped with the RockShox Reba fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Vitus Rapide VR 2020, has a 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, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Vitus Rapide VR bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.