Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset X7, Truvativ -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Triple Butted 7.46 Aluminium
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon R, 120mm
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
SRAM X.7, 10 speed
Cassette
SRAM PG1050 11-32t
Crank
Truvativ S1400 GXP 2.2
Chain
SRAM PC1031
Wheels
Tires
WTB Prowler MX 2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixir 3
Cockpit
Stem
Truvativ STYLO Race
Handlebar
Truvativ STYLO Race
Headset
Sealed Cartridge Bearings
Seat
Saddle
WTB Rocket V
Seatpost
Truvativ STYLO
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Zircon 0.1 2011 is a Vitus Zircon model. There are 9 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Vitus Zircon bikes models from 2011, here.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Average weight for Trail bikes
Trail bikes have an average weight of 12.98 kg (28.62 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.
Vitus Zircon 0.1 2011 it’s weighing 11.51 kg (25.38 lbs). At this weight, is considerably lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 12.77% lighter than the average weight of Trail bikes.
Zircon 0.1 2011 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Recon Silver RL model. The travel on this model is 120mm. 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.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Zircon 0.1 2011 model has 26″ wheels. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Vitus Zircon 0.1 2011 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.