2020 Vitus

E-Sommet VRS

A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro e-bike with high-end components.
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MSRP£4,299 (about $5,444)
Weight49.8 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 160 / 170mm
ForkFox Performance Float 36
ShockFox Float DPX2 Performance Elite
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetXT, Shimano
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

28 mph

E-Sommet VRS

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'7"

MD

5'5" – 5'11"

LG

5'9" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'8"

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Reviews
MBR
Vitus E-Sommet VRX e-bike review - MBR

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.

Highs
  • Modern enduro bike geometry

Lows
  • EP8 motor rattle

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Bikerumor
Vitus E-Sommet powers up self-shuttle runs with all-new alloy mullet enduro e-bike

Nov 2020

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!

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Pinkbike
Vitus Release New E-Sommet eMTB

Nov 2020 · Daniel Sapp

The new E-Sommet features an internal battery frame design, updated geometry, and improved suspension kinematics.

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E-Mountainbike Magazine
Vitus E-Sommet VR Review – Where’s the catch?

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.

Highs
  • Rider-focused specification, no upgrades required

  • Sorted geometry makes for a capable all-rounder and confident descender

  • Great value

Lows
  • Awkward cable routing

  • Not able to fit a bottle

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EMTB Forums
2019 Vitus E-Sommet VR Review

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.

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

eSommet 27.5" 160mm travel full suspension eMTB frame, Boost, 6061 Alloy, Shimano STEPS compatible

ColorMiami Sunset

Fork

Fox Float 36 Performance eBike 170mm, 27.5in, Grip Damper, Kabolt 110, 44mm Offset

Travel170mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

Fox Float DPX2 Performance Elite, Compression Adjust Dial, Trunnion, Evol LV air spring, 205mm x 65mm, 0.6 Spacer, custom tune

Travel160mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

Shimano E8000, N/A

Headset

ACROS, ZS 44mm/56mm

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

WTB Volt 142 COMP, 0

Seatpost

Brand X Ascend, 31.6mm, Left hand remote lever, S100mm, M125mm, L150mm, XL170mm

TypeDropper

Grips

VITUS, Tapered, single alloy clamp, sticky rubber

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano XT 12 speed, RD-M8100, SGS 12-SPEED, TOP NORMAL, SHADOW PLUS

Crank

SHIMANO E8000 34T 160mm, CHAIN LINE 53MM

Shifters

Shimano XT 12 speed, M8100, 12-SPEED RAPIDFIRE PLUS

Cassette

Shimano SLX 12 speed 10-51T, CS-M7100-12, HYPERGLIDE+, 10-12-14-16-18-21-24-28-33-39-45-51T

Chain

Shimano SLX 12 speed, N/A

Brakes

Front: SRAM Guide RE, 200mm Centerline Rotor, Rear: SRAM Guide RE, 200mm Centerline Rotor

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Front: DT SWISS H1700 Spline 30, eMTB specific, 27.5", 30mm inner rim width, Rear: DT SWISS H1700 Spline 30, eMTB specific, 27.5", 30mm inner rim width

Spokes

DT SWISS

Front Hub

DT SWISS H1700 Spline 30, eMTB specific, Boost 110x15mm, 6-bolt Disc

Rear Hub

DT SWISS H1700 Spline 30, eMTB specific. Boost 148x12mm, 6-bolt Disc, Shimano 12spd MICROSPLINE 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

Electric Components
Motor

Shimano E8010 500wh, N/A

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