Vitus Substance VRS-2 Gravel 2022
2022 Road
Estimate price |
2,140$
Weight | 10 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset GRX 800, GRX 600 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
152cm - 161cm
SM
159cm - 169cm
MD
166cm - 177cm
LG
174cm - 184cm
XL
181cm - 192cm
XXL
189cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Substance Aluminium, 6061-T6 Double Butted Aluminium, Internal Cable Routing, 1X Dropper Post Compatible, Mudguard Mounts, Rack Mounts, 12mm x 142mm Hub Spacing, Flat Mount, Axle Specifcations: 160mm Length, 14mm Thread Length, M12xP1.5 Thread Pitch
Suspension Fork
Substance Carbon, UD Carbon, Tapered Steerer, 100 x 12mm, Mudguard Mounts, Flat Mount
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX 810, RD-RX810, 11 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano GRX 810, FD-RX810, 2 x 11 Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano GRX 600, ST-RX600-R, 11 Speed
Cassette
Shimano HG700, 11 Speed, 11-34T
Crank
Shimano GRX 600, FC-RX600, 46/30T, 11 Speed, XS:165mm S:170mm M:172.5mm L:172.5mm XL:175mm XXL:175mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-RS500, BSA Threaded, 68mm, English
Chain
KMC X11, 11 Speed
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss 370, 12x100mm, 6 Bolt
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 370, 142x12mm, 6 Bolt, HG Freehub
Rims
DT Swiss G 1800 Spline, 700c, Tubeless Ready
Tires
WTB Byway TCS Road Plus, 700c x 40c, Tubeless Ready, Dual DNA Compound, UST Aramid Bead
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano GRX 400 Caliper, BR-RX400, Hydraulic Disc, Flat Mount
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT70, Front: 160mm, Rear: 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus 6061 Aluminium, 3D Forged, Bar Bore: 31.8mm, +/- 7 degrees, XS:80mm S:80mm M:90mm L:100mm XL:110mm XXL:110mm
Handlebar
Vitus 6061 Aluminium Wing, 77mm Reach, 128mm Drop, 3 Degree Flare, XS:400mm S:400mm M:420mm L:420mm XL:440mm XXL: 440mm
Grips
Vitus, EVA Cork
Headset
ACROS Aix-Low R3, Sealed Bearings, OD48, 1 1/8” – 1 ½”, 41.8 / 28.6 – 52 / 40
Seat
Saddle
Vitus, Ti Rail
Seatpost
Vitus 6061 Aluminium, 27.2mm x 350mm, 12mm Offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.46 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm |
| Front Center | 591.4 mm | 596.6 mm | 605.1 mm | 617.4 mm | 630.6 mm | 645.2 mm |
| Rake | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm |
| Trail | 70 mm | 65 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Stack | 541 mm | 558 mm | 575 mm | 584 mm | 602 mm | 613 mm |
| Reach | 378 mm | 384 mm | 389 mm | 398 mm | 405 mm | 419 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 529 mm | 542 mm | 557 mm | 569 mm | 585 mm | 602 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.2 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.2 ° | 73.2 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 475 mm | 495 mm | 515 mm | 535 mm | 555 mm | 575 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.6 ° | 71.3 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.75 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 112 mm | 127 mm | 144 mm | 154 mm | 173 mm | 184 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1024 mm | 1029 mm | 1038 mm | 1050 mm | 1064 mm | 1078 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 159 cm | 166 cm | 174 cm | 181 cm | 189 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 161 cm | 169 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm | 192 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Substance VRS-2 Gravel belongs to the Vitus Substance model. 50 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Vitus Substance bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Vitus Substance 2 Gravel 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 911$. Vitus Substance CRX-1 HT Rival 2022 on the other hand costs 3199$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Gravel bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Gravel bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2462$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Gravel bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2022 for 1945$. In conclusion, this bike price is 26.58% smaller than the price of the average Gravel bike.
Average weight for Gravel bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Gravel bike is 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Vitus Substance VRS-2 Gravel it’s weighing 10 kg (22.05 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. In other words, this model is 23% heavier than the average Gravel bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Substance VRS-2 Gravel components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Substance VRS-2 Gravel model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Vitus Substance VRS-2 Gravel is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Vitus Substance VRS-2 Gravel bike has 6 sizes, in the range of 152 cm – 195 cm (4.99 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.