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E-Sommet VR
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension crosscountry e-bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
£3,799($5,111)| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full |
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | XT, SLX |
| Motor | Shimano 250W 70Nm mid-drive |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide RE Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'0"
5'5" – 5'0"
5'10" – 6'1"
6'2" – 6'1"
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Summary
The Vitus e-Sommet is a highly capable enduro e-bike that offers excellent value, with updated geometry and suspension for aggressive riding. It features a range of powertrain options and a design that balances performance with affordability. While it excels in handling and suspension performance, some models are noted for being heavier and having minor issues with component durability and battery access.
Reasonable pricing for a performance e-mountainbike
Updated geometry with more travel and bigger 29″ wheels
Refined suspension kinematics with more consistent shock progression
Shimano EP8 drive system for efficient power delivery
Excellent value with rider-focused specification
New enduro eMTB heavier than before
Entry-level E-Sommet gets a smaller range 504Wh internal battery
Awkward cable routing and inability to fit a bottle
Bottom bash-guard is cheap and breaks easily
Dealing with Wiggle for warranty issues is a nightmare
The new longer travel e-bike makes big leaps in capability with more power, slacker geometry, 29″ front wheels, full integration, and options for EP8 & E7000 powertrains to keep trail access affordable.
BikerumorA well sorted excellent price EMTB.
EMTB ForumsThe Vitus E-Sommet VR is aimed like a heat-seeking missile, at the enduro loving latter.
E-Mountainbike MagazineThe Vitus E-Sommet is easily the most capable e-bikes in general but it’s also the lightest, if only by a hair.
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Nov 2020 · Cory Benson
Vitus powers up all-new E-Sommet enduro eMTB for days when you're trying to squeeze in a few more runs, plus US availability coming soon!
Nov 2020 · Daniel Sapp
The new E-Sommet features an internal battery frame design, updated geometry, and improved suspension kinematics.
Dec 2019 · Alan Muldoon
Vitus make two full-suspension e-bikes - the Vitus E-Sommet VR and the entry-level version of the same bike, the Vitus E-Sommet tested here.
Great shape and handling
You need a key to remove the battery
Nov 2019 · Thomas Corfield
Direct to consumer brand Vitus is championing the E-Sommet VR as a hard-charging enduro style machine but at just € 4,300.
Rider-focused specification, no upgrades required
Sorted geometry makes for a capable all-rounder and confident descender
Great value
Awkward cable routing
Not able to fit a bottle
Apr 2019 · Rob Hancill
A well sorted excellent price EMTB. Out of the crate its ready to ride. If you are looking for an aggressive enduro bike this is the one. Check the review.
| Frame | 6061-T6 Alloy, modern long, slack, low geometry |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Lyric Charger 2 RC2 Boost |
| Shock | RockShox Super Delux RC3, 205x62.5 DebonAir 2 Tokens, LL1 Tune, 380lb Lockout Trunnion Standard B1 |
| Headset | Nukeproof |
| Stem | Vitus, 50mm |
| Handlebar | Nukeproof Neutron, 31.8mm 25mm rise Widths - S 780mm M 780mm L 800mm XL 800mm |
| Saddle | Nukeproof Neutron |
| Seatpost | Brand X Ascend dropper, 31.6mm S:100mm M: 120mm L & XL: 150mm Type: Dropper |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8000, 11 speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Shimano FC-E8000, 165mm, 34T |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX, 11 speed |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7000 11-46T, 11 speed |
| Chain | KMC e11T NPNP eBike (Turbo High Durability), 11 speed |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Guide RE, 203mm rotor, Rear: SRAM Guide RE, 203mm rotor Type: SRAM Guide RE Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | WTB ST Light i29 |
|---|---|
| Spokes | N/A |
| Front Hub | Novatec D791SB, 110mm x 15mm |
| Rear Hub | Novatec D462SB (eBike specific), 148mm x 12mm |
| Tires | Maxxis Minion DHF (F) Maxxis High Roller II (R), 27.5x2.5” WT Double Down 3C MaxxGrip/TR;(F) 27.5x2.5” WT Double Down 3C MaxxGrip/TR; (R) |
| Motor | Shimano E8000 STEPS drive system |
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First added October 21
Last updated October 21
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