Vitus Sentier 27 VRX Mountain 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,341$
Weight | 13.3 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 34
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Hardtail -
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
Sentier Aluminium 6061-T6 Double Butted, IS disc brake mounts, BSA threaded BB, Boost hub spacing – 148mm x 12mm thru axle
Suspension Fork
FOX 34 Float Performance Series 27.5”, rip damper, 34mm stanchions, 140mm travel, tapered alloy steerer, Boost hub spacing – 110mm x 15mm QR axle
Rear Shock
N/A, N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100 12 speed, Shadow plus, long cage, 12 speed
Front Derailleur
0 0
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX M7100 Rapidfire plus, 12 speed
Cassette
Shimano SLX M7100 12 speed, 11t-51t, 12 speed
Crank
Shimano Deore M6111 12 speed, 32t, 170mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB52 68/73mm
Chain
Shimano SLX M7100 12 speed 114links
Wheels
Front Hub
Vitus KT DHF112 Double sealed bearings, 32h, 6 bolt, 110mm x 15mm thru axle
Rear Hub
Vitus KT H5ER-SH, Double sealed bearings, 32h, 6 bolt, 148mm x 12mm thru axle
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0, 27.5”, 32h TCS tubeless tape fitted
Spokes
Vitus N/A
Tires
Schwalbe Magic Mary, Snakeskin, TL Easy, E-25, Addix soft, 27.5” x 2.60”
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX M7100, 180mm
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT66, 180mm/180mm 6 Bolt
Cockpit
Stem
Nukeproof Neutron Alloy 6061, 45mm reach, 0° rise
Handlebar
Nukeproof Neutron V2 riser 6061 alloy, 25mm rise, 9° back sweep, 760mm wide S/M, 780mm wide L/XL
Grips
Vitus lock on 0
Headset
ACROS AZX-212-CO AZX-212-CO, sealed bearings, ZS44/28.6 – ZS56/40
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Neutron 0
Seatpost
Brand-X Ascend dropper Remote lever, 31.6mm, S 100mm drop/M 125mm drop/L,XL 150mm drop
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.35 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 713 mm | 734 mm | 755 mm | 781 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 112 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm |
| Stack | 610 mm | 614 mm | 623 mm | 632 mm |
| Reach | 410 mm | 429 mm | 446 mm | 468 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 597 mm | 617 mm | 637 mm | 662 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1131 mm | 1152 mm | 1173 mm | 1199 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 169 cm | 179 cm | 189 cm | 200 cm |
About this model
Sentier 27 VRX Mountain belongs to the Vitus Sentier model. 75 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Vitus Sentier 27 Mountain 2021 has a starting price of 1094$. Vitus Sentier 27 VRX Mountain 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2127$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Trail bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Vitus released this model in 2021, its price was 2127$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that Sentier 27 VRX Mountain price is 29.85% lower.
Average weight for Trail bikes
The average weight for Trail bikes is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 13.3 kg (29.32 lbs), the Sentier 27 VRX Mountain model is slightly heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 2.47% less than Sentier 27 VRX Mountain.
Sentier 27 VRX Mountain components
Fork
The Sentier 27 VRX Mountain comes factory-installed with the Fox Performance Float 34 fork. This has a travel range of 140mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
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
The Sentier 27 VRX Mountain 2021 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Sentier 27 VRX Mountain has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Sentier 27 VRX Mountain comes in 4 sizes, that range from 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!