Vitus Sommet VRS 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,612$
Weight | 14.2 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork RockShox Lyrik
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Groupset GX, Truvativ Descendant Carbon -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
157cm - 152cm
MD
167cm - 152cm
LG
177cm - 182cm
XL
188cm - 182cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061-T6 Alloy, 160mm Suspension travel, 6061-T6 Alloy, BOOST
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Lyrik RC3, Solo air, 170mm travel, BOOST
Rear Shock
Rockshox Super Deluxe RC3, 205x62.5mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Eagle GX, 12 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM Eagle GX, 12 speed
Cassette
SRAM Eagle XG-1275, 10-50t
Crank
SRAM Descendant carbon, BOOST 148x24mm, 170mm, 34t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP, (BSA), 73mm
Chain
SRAM Eagle GX, 12 speed
Chain Guide
MRP
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss, E1700 Spline 30, 15x110mm, 6 bolt, Black/Silver
Rear Hub
DT Swiss, E1700 Spline 30, 12x148mm, 6 bolt, Black/Silver, XD Driver
Rims
DT Swiss, E1700 27.5
Spokes
Double butted
Tires
Maxxis High roller II 2.4 3C/EXO/TR (FR) Minion DHR 2.3 3C/TR/DD (RR), Maxx Terra compound
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM DB, 200mm
Brake Levers
SRAM DB
Cockpit
Stem
Nukeproof Neutron, 31.8mm, 35mm length
Handlebar
Nukeproof Horizon alloy, 25mm rise, S/M-780mm, L/XL-800mm
Headset
FSA, 1 1/8
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Neutron
Seatpost
Rockshox Reverb stealth, 31.6mm, S-125mm travel, M/L/XL-150mm travel
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.23 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 345 mm | 345 mm | 345 mm | 345 mm |
| Front Center | 748 mm | 770 mm | 791 mm | 816 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 124 mm | 124 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Stack | 591 mm | 600 mm | 610 mm | 610 mm |
| Reach | 434 mm | 452 mm | 469 mm | 494 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 594 mm | 615 mm | 636 mm | 661 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 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1182 mm | 1204 mm | 1225 mm | 1250 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 10 mm | 10 mm | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 167 cm | 177 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 152 cm | 152 cm | 182 cm | 182 cm |
Model Overview
Sommet VRS belongs to the Vitus Sommet model. 79 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Vitus Sommet bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Vitus Sommet 2018 has a starting price of 2067$. Vitus Sommet CRX 2018 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4499$.
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.
Enduro bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Enduro bike that is reliable is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2018 for 3283$. In conclusion, this bike price is 9.63% smaller than the price of the average Enduro bike.
Enduro bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of an Enduro bike is 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 14.2 kg (31.31 lbs), the Sommet VRS model is slightly lighter than average. In other words, this model is 0.49% lighter than the average Enduro bike.
Sommet VRS components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Lyrik fork installed. The fork’s travel is 170mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Rockshox Super Deluxe RC3 rear shock model, which has a travel of 160mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
The Sommet VRS 2018 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Sommet VRS comes with 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
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 157 cm – 182 cm (5.15 ft – 5.97 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
Vitus Sommet VRS comes with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!