Vitus Sommet 2016
2016 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,408$
Weight | 14.56 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 155mm -
Fork Manitou Dorado Expert
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Groupset GX, SRAM -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 171cm
MD
169cm - 181cm
LG
179cm - 191cm
XL
189cm - 201cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hydroformed 6061-T6 Aluminium, Four-bar V-Link Rear Suspension, 155mm Travel
Suspension Fork
Manitou Mattoc Comp, 160mm Travel, Dorado Air spring, Ø34mm Aluminium stanchions, Compression to Lockout and Rebound damping, TPC Technology ABS+ Trail Tuned, Tapered aluminium steerer, 15mm Hexlock QR Through Axle
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch Plus R, External Rebound Damping, 200mm x 57mm, Custom tune HV ML
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX
Shift Levers
SRAM GX, 11-Speed
Cassette
SRAM XG-1150, 10t-42t, 11-Speed
Crank
SRAM S1000, 170mm, 32t X-SYNC
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP, BSA
Chain
KMC X11, 11-Speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec D771, 6 Bolt, 100mm x 15mm
Rear Hub
Novatec D772, 6 Bolt, 142mm x 12mm
Rims
WTB ST 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-M445, Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus, 3D Forged 6061-T6 Aluminium, +/- 3 Degree Rise, 50mm Extension
Handlebar
Nukeproof Warhead, 7075 Double Butted Alloy, 20mm Rise, 760mm Wide
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5, Zero Stack (NO.57), 1.1/8” – 1.5”
Seat
Saddle
Vitus
Seatpost
Nukeproof OKLO Stealth, 31.6mm x 125mm drop (100mm Drop on size S)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 345 mm | 345 mm | 345 mm | 345 mm |
| Front Center | 718 mm | 743 mm | 764 mm | 785 mm |
| Rake | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm |
| Trail | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Stack | 594.04 mm | 594.04 mm | 603.18 mm | 612.31 mm |
| Reach | 407.74 mm | 432.74 mm | 450.03 mm | 467.33 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 599 mm | 619 mm | 639 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 382 mm | 433 mm | 483 mm | 523 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1151 mm | 1176 mm | 1197 mm | 1219 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 10 mm | 10 mm | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 169 cm | 179 cm | 189 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 181 cm | 191 cm | 201 cm |
Model Overview
Sommet is a Vitus Sommet model. Vitus released 79 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Vitus Sommet bikes models from 2016, here.
Model range prices
Vitus Sommet 2016 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2188$. On the other hand, Vitus Sommet CRX 2016, is the most expensive and costs 5108$.
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 Enduro bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3599$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Enduro bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Vitus released this model in 2016, its price was 2188$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 64.49% lower.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
Enduro bikes weigh an average of 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Sommet weighs 14.56 kg (32.1 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. In short, the average Enduro bike weight is 2.03% lower than this one.
Sommet components
Fork
The Sommet comes factory-installed with the Manitou Dorado Expert fork. This has a travel range of 160mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Monarch Plus R rear shock model, which has a travel of 155mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Vitus Sommet 2016, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. 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 Sommet 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
Sommet comes in 4 sizes, that range from 152 cm – 201 cm (4.99 ft – 6.59 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits 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!