Vitus Sentier L 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,136$
Weight | 12.5 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Deore, Race Face -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
144cm - 159cm
MD
156cm - 172cm
LG
169cm - 152cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Triple-Butted 6061-T6 Alloy
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Silver RL 27.5 120mm, Solo Air with Motion Control Damping, Low Speed Compression Adjustment, 15mm Maxle Lite Thru Axle
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-M615, Shadow Plus
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore FD-M618, 34.9mm Band
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore SL-M610, Rapid Fire Plus, 10-Speed
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG50, 11t-36t, 10-Speed
Crank
RaceFace Ride, 175mm, 36tx24t
Bottom Bracket
RaceFace Ride
Chain
KMC X10, 10-Speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec D811, 6 Bolt, 100mm x 15mm
Rear Hub
Novatec D882, 6 Bolt, 142mm x 12mm
Rims
WTB STP i23, TCS, Tubeless ready, 27.5”
Spokes
Stainless Double Butted
Tires
WTB, Front: Vigilante Comp, High Grip Compound, 27.5” x 2.3” Rear: Trail Boss Comp, 27.5” x 2.25”
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M355, Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus, 3D Forged 6061-T6 Aluminium, +/- 3 Degree Rise, 50mm Extension
Handlebar
Vitus Riser Bar, 6061 Double Butted Alloy, 15mm Rise, 740mm Wide
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5E, Zero Stack (NO.57E/62 (I/E)) 1.1/8” - 1.5”
Seat
Saddle
Vitus
Seatpost
Vitus alloy, 6061-T6, 15mm Offset, 31.6mm x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.68 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 644 mm | 670 mm | 695 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 105 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm |
| Stack | 595.14 mm | 599.75 mm | 604.35 mm |
| Reach | 355.21 mm | 378.81 mm | 402.4 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 539 mm | 564 mm | 589 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 380 mm | 432 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 419 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059 mm | 1085 mm | 1110 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 144 cm | 156 cm | 169 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 159 cm | 172 cm | 152 cm |
Model Overview
Sentier L completes the Vitus Sentier model. Vitus launched 75 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Vitus Sentier bikes models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Vitus Sentier 29 2017 has a starting price of 1033$. Vitus Sentier VRX 2017 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1945$.
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
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2017 for 1033$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 167.38% lower.
Trail bikes average weight
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.
Vitus Sentier L it’s weighing 12.5 kg (27.56 lbs). At this weight, is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 3.84% more than Sentier L.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Vitus Sentier L 2017, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Vitus Sentier L 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
Sentier L comes in 3 sizes, that range from 144 cm – 152 cm (4.72 ft – 4.99 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.