Vitus Venon VR Disc 2017
2017 Road
Estimate price |
2,341$
Weight | 8.45 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 1 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
50cm
160cm - 165cm
52cm
165cm - 172cm
54cm
170cm - 175cm
56cm
175cm - 152cm
60cm
185cm - 193cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
High-modulus T700 HM-UD carbon, Disc brake specific, 135mm x 10mm QR
Suspension Fork
High-modulus T700 HM-UD carbon, Tapered carbon steerer, disc brake specific, 15mm x 100mm through axle
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra 6800
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra 6800, Braze On
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-RS 505
Cassette
Shimano 105, 11-speed, 11t-28t
Crank
Shimano Ultegra 6800, 50tx34t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Ultegra 6800, BSA
Chain
KMC X11L, 11-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
FSA Vision Team 30 Disc Brake, 100mm x 15mm QR through axle
Rear Hub
FSA Vision Team 30 Disc Brake, 135mm x 10mm QR
Rims
FSA Vision Team 30 Disc Brake, Disc Brake
Spokes
FSA Vision Team 30 Disc Brake, Disc Brake
Tires
Michelin PRO 4, 700c x 25c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-RS 505, Hydraulic Disc, 140mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus, 3D forged 6061-T6 aluminium, + / - 7 degree rise
Handlebar
Vitus compact, 6061 Double Butted Alloy, 128mm Drop / 77mm Reach
Headset
Token A38M, Integrated, 1.1/8” – 1.5”
Seat
Saddle
Vitus
Seatpost
Vitus UD Carbon, 2D forged head with micro-adjustment, 31.6mm x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 60cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.37 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.49 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 264 mm | 267 mm | 267 mm | 267 mm | 267 mm | 267 mm |
| Front Center | 577 mm | 570 mm | 580 mm | 595 mm | 600 mm | 609 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 31 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 21 mm | 20 mm |
| Trail | 63 mm | 77 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Stack | 517.4 mm | 520.5 mm | 541.2 mm | 555.6 mm | 576.8 mm | 596 mm |
| Reach | 379 mm | 383.2 mm | 382.1 mm | 392.5 mm | 396.1 mm | 399.5 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 523 mm | 533 mm | 543 mm | 557.6 mm | 573 mm | 588 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm | 600 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 155 mm | 175 mm | 195 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 413 mm | 413 mm | 413 mm | 413 mm | 413 mm | 413 mm |
| Wheelbase | 979 mm | 972 mm | 983 mm | 998 mm | 1003 mm | 1012 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 160 cm | 165 cm | 170 cm | 175 cm | cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 165 cm | 172 cm | 175 cm | 152 cm | cm | 193 cm |
Model Overview
Venon VR Disc is part of the Vitus Venon model. 32 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Vitus Venon bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Vitus Venon L Disc 2017 has a starting price of 1945$. Vitus Venon VR Disc 2017 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2127$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
General Road bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid General Road bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1915$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Road bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2127$. In conclusion, this bike price is 11.07% more expensive than the price of the average General Road bike.
Average weight for General Road bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a General Road bike is 9 kg (19.84 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
a bit lighter than average, Venon VR Disc has a weight of 8.45 kg (18.63 lbs). In conclusion, the average General Road bike weighs 6.51% more than Venon VR Disc.
Venon VR Disc components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Venon VR Disc bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Vitus Venon VR Disc has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.