Vitus Sentier VRX 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,140$
Weight | 12 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 RockShox Yari RC
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
157cm - 172cm
MD
169cm - 152cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Triple-Butted 6061-T6 Alloy
Suspension Fork
RockShox Yari RC, Solo Air 140mm, Motion Control IS Damping, Rapid Recovery Rebound with High Speed Compression Circuit, Fast Black 35mm Stanchions, 140mm Travel, Maxle Stealth Thru Axle
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M8000, Shadow Plus, 11-speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano XT SL-M8000, 11-speed
Cassette
Shimano SLX CS-M7000, 10t-42t, 11-Speed
Crank
Shimano XT FC-M8000, 175mm, 32t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano XT, BB-M8000
Chain
KMC X11, 11-Speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec D811SB-15, 6 Bolt, 100mm x 15mm
Rear Hub
Novatec D882SB-X12, 6 Bolt, 142mm x 12mm
Rims
WTB STP i23 TCS, Tubeless ready, 27.5”
Spokes
Stainless Double Butted
Tires
WTB, Front: Vigilante TCS Light, High Grip Compound, Aramid Bead, 27.5” x 2.3” Rear: Trail Boss TCS, Aramid Bead 27.5” x 2.25”
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT BR-M8000, Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus, 3D Forged 6061-T6 Aluminium, +/- 3 Degree Rise, 50mm Extension
Handlebar
Nukeproof Riser Bar, 6061 Double Butted Alloy, 20mm Rise, 760mm Wide
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5B, Zero Stack (NO.57B) 1.1/8” - 1.5”
Seat
Saddle
Vitus, Crn/Ti Rails
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth, 125mm drop, 31.6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.36 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 680 mm | 705 mm | 731 mm | 758 mm |
| Rake | 37 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm |
| Trail | 114 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm |
| Stack | 602.746 mm | 607.33 mm | 616.55 mm | 625.76 mm |
| Reach | 391.81 mm | 415.41 mm | 437.58 mm | 459.77 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 602 mm | 627 mm | 652 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1098 mm | 1123 mm | 1149 mm | 1175 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 169 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 152 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Sentier VRX is part of the Vitus Sentier model. Vitus released 75 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Vitus Sentier bikes models from 2017, by clicking 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
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.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Vitus Sentier VRX price was 1945$. In conclusion, this bike price is 42.01% smaller than the price of the average Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
Trail bikes have an average weight of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Sentier VRX weighs 12 kg (26.46 lbs) and is a bit lighter than the average. To sum up, it’s 8.17% lighter than the average weight of Trail bikes.
Sentier VRX components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Yari RC model. The travel on this model is 140mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on Sentier VRX are the 27.5″ aluminum type. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Sentier VRX comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 157 cm – 199 cm (5.15 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Vitus Sentier VRX comes with a dropper post. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.