Vitus Razor VR 2017
2017 Road
Estimate price |
735$
Weight | 9.36 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Sora, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 1 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
50cm
160cm - 165cm
52cm
165cm - 170cm
54cm
170cm - 175cm
56cm
175cm - 152cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Double Butted 6061-T6 Alloy
Suspension Fork
High-modulus T700 HM-UD carbon, With 12k weave finish, alloy steerer
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora 3500
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora 3500, 31.8mm band
Shift Levers
Shimano Sora 3500
Cassette
Shimano HG300, 9-speed, 11t-28t
Crank
Shimano FC-345, 50tx34t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Octalink
Chain
Shimano HG-53, 9-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Vitus alloy
Rear Hub
Vitus alloy
Rims
Vitus alloy
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
Kenda, 700c x 25c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro R315, dual pivot, long reach
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus, 3D forged 6061-T6 aluminium, + / - 6 degree rise
Handlebar
Vitus compact, 6061 Alloy, 120mm drop / 72mm reach
Headset
Neco, Integrated, 1.1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Vitus
Seatpost
Vitus, 6061-T6 alloy, 15mm offset, 27.2mm x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 60cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 271 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm |
| Front Center | 3262 mm | 3260 mm | 3251 mm | 3245 mm | 3223 mm | 3213 mm |
| Rake | -3607 mm | -3617 mm | -3617 mm | -3617 mm | -3617 mm | -3617 mm |
| Trail | 3889 mm | 3886 mm | 3886 mm | 3886 mm | 3886 mm | 3886 mm |
| Stack | 527.1 mm | 543 mm | 552.6 mm | 562.1 mm | 576.5 mm | 595.6 mm |
| Reach | 364.6 mm | 366.9 mm | 373 mm | 375.7 mm | 393.3 mm | 397.5 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.3 ° | 73.8 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 460 mm | 480 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 145 mm | 155 mm | 165 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm |
| Wheelbase | 980 mm | 982 mm | 991 mm | 997 mm | 1019 mm | 1029 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 160 cm | 165 cm | 170 cm | 175 cm | cm | cm |
| Rider Max Height | 165 cm | 170 cm | 175 cm | 152 cm | cm | cm |
About this model
Razor VR is part of the Vitus Razor model. Vitus launched 58 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Vitus Razor 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 546$. On the other hand, Vitus Razor VR 2017, is the most expensive and costs 668$.
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 Endurance bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Endurance bike that is reliable is 2346$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Endurance bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2017 and its price was 668$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Razor VR price is 251.2% lower than the average cost of an Endurance bike.
Average weight for Endurance bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of an Endurance bike is 8.2 kg (18.08 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 9.36 kg (20.64 lbs), Vitus bike is considerably heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Endurance bike weighs 14.15% less than Razor VR.
Razor VR components
Fork material
Razor VR has a carbon fork, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Vitus Razor VR 2017, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Razor VR has Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.