Vitus Sommet 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,408$
Weight | 14 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 SLX, Race Face -
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 Alloy, Four-bar V-Link Rear Suspension, 155mm Travel
Suspension Fork
Manitou Mattoc Pro 160mm, 160mm Travel, Dorado Air spring, Ø34mm Aluminium stanchions, Compression to Lockout and Rebound damping, TPC Technology ABS+ Trail Tuned, Adjustable HBO and Rubber Bumper, Tapered aluminium steerer, 15mm Hexlock Stealth Through Axle
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch Plus R Debon Air, External Rebound Damping, 200mm x 57mm, Custom tune ML
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX RD-M7000
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX SL-M7000, 11-Speed
Cassette
Shimano SLX RD-M7000, 11t-42t, 11-Speed
Crank
RaceFace Affect, 170mm, 32t
Bottom Bracket
RaceFace Affect, BSA
Chain
KMC X11, 11-Speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec D771SB-15, 6 Bolt, 100mm x 15mm
Rear Hub
Novatec D462SB-X12, 6 Bolt, 142mm x 12mm
Rims
WTB STP i25 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-M615, 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
Brand-X Ascend Stealth Dropper, 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 part of the Vitus Sommet model. Vitus launched 79 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2017, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Vitus Sommet 2017 has a starting price of 2188$. Vitus Sommet CRX 2017 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4621$.
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 an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2017 and its price was 2188$. Comparing the average cost of an Enduro bike to this one, you will see that Sommet price is 64.49% smaller.
Enduro bikes average weight
Enduro bikes have an average weight 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.
slightly lighter than average, Sommet has a weight of 14 kg (30.86 lbs). To sum up, it’s 1.93% lighter than the average weight of Enduro bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The Sommet comes factory-installed with the Manitou Dorado Expert fork. This has a travel range of 160mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox Monarch Plus R Debon Air model, with a travel of 155mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Sommet bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 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 provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 152 cm – 201 cm (4.99 ft – 6.59 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
The Vitus model is also equipped with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.