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E-Sommet VR
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro e-bike with upper mid-range components.
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£3,799($5,095)| Weight | 50.5 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 160 / 170mm |
| Fork | Fox Rhythm Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPX2 Performance Elite |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | NX Eagle, SX Eagle |
| Motor | Shimano hub-drive |
| Battery | Shimano 500Wh |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide RE Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'8"
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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 focused on durability and performance. While it excels in handling and suspension, some models are noted for being heavier and having minor issues with components.
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
Rear wheel travel slightly less than claimed
RockShox Yari RC tends to spike when ridden aggressively
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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Feb 2021 · Alan Muldoon
The Latest Vitus E-Sommet VRX stays true to its enduro roots, but a new frame layout and all the latest e-bike tech bring it bang up to date.
Modern enduro bike geometry
EP8 motor rattle
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.
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 | eSommet 27.5" 160mm travel full suspension eMTB frame, Boost, 6061 Alloy, Shimano STEPS compatible BB Standard: STEPS, Press Fit Color: Black - Blurple |
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| Fork | Fox Float 36 Rhythm eBike 170mm, 27.5in, Grip Damper, Kabolt 110, 44mm Offset Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float DPX2 Performance Elite, Compression Adjust Dial, Trunnion, Evol LV air spring, 205mm x 65mm, 0.6 Spacer, custom tune Travel: 160mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano E7000, N/A |
| Headset | ACROS, AL7050, 25mm Rise, Back 9deg, up 6deg, Bar Diameter 31.8mm Width - S780mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm |
| Stem | Nukeproof Neutron, 45mm, 31.8mm bar diameter, 0deg rise |
| Handlebar | Nukeproof Horizon, 25mm Rise, Width - S760mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm, 31.8mm bar diameter |
| Saddle | Nukeproof Neutron, 0 |
| Seatpost | Brand X Ascend, 31.6mm, Left hand remote lever, S100mm, M125mm, L150mm, XL170mm Type: Dropper |
| Grips | VITUS, Tapered, single alloy clamp, sticky rubber |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX Eagle, 12 speed |
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| Crank | SHIMANO E8000 34T 160mm, CHAIN LINE 53MM |
| Shifters | SRAM SX Eagle, 12 speed, eMTB single click |
| Cassette | SRAM SX Eagle 11-50T, PG1210 |
| Chain | SRAM SX Eagle, N/A |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Guide RE, 200mm Centerline Rotor, Rear: SRAM Guide RE, 200mm Centerline Rotor Type: SRAM Guide RE Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: DT SWISS H1900 Spline 30, eMTB specific, 27.5", 30mm inner rim width, Rear: DT SWISS H1900 Spline 30, eMTB specific, 27.5", 30mm inner rim width |
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| Spokes | DT SWISS |
| Front Hub | DT SWISS H1900 Spline 30, eMTB specific, Boost 110x15mm, 6-bolt Disc |
| Rear Hub | DT SWISS H1900 Spline 30, eMTB specific. Boost 148x12mm, 6-bolt Disc, Shimano 11spd steel freehub |
| Tires | Front: MAXXIS ASSEGAI, 27.5"x2.5"WT, 3C MaxxGrip/DD/TR, Rear: MAXXIS ASSEGAI, 27.5"x2.5"WT, 3C MaxxGrip/DD/TR |
| Motor | Shimano E8010 500wh, N/A |
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| Battery | Shimano E8010 500wh, N/A |
| Display | Shimano E7000, N/A |
First added October 21
Last updated December 2
Not listed for 2,004 days