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E-Sommet VRX Mountain
A 29″ / 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro e-bike with high-end components.
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£5,499($7,399)| Weight | 53.6 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 170mm front |
| Fork | RockShox ZEB Ultimate |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XT |
| Motor | Shimano hub-drive |
| Battery | Shimano 630Wh |
| Brakes | Shimano XT 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 praised for its high-end components and impressive suspension, offering a great balance of performance and value. Its modern geometry and adaptable suspension make it a versatile choice for enduro riding, though some note issues with motor noise and battery access. The bike excels in technical terrain, providing confidence and comfort, but its plush suspension may not suit all riders.
High-end components for a reasonable price
Impressive suspension
Modern and well-balanced geometry
Confidence-inspiring stance when descending
Great value for money
EP8 motor rattle
Fiddly battery removal
Heavy and plush suspension may be too 'enduro' for some
Some noticeable bobbing under pedaling
Vitus has nailed the price-versus-performance balance with the E-Sommet VRX.
BikeRadarThe supple suspension will suit many, too, and is impressively adaptable for lighter and heavier riders alike.
BikeRadarThe E-Sommet is planted, confident, and absurdly capable.
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Nov 2022 · Alex Evans
Intuitive, fun and capable to ride, the E-Sommet impresses on almost every level
Impressive suspension
Sorted geometry
Great spec
Intuitive to ride
Fast and fun
Headset cable routing
Bottle boss location
Jun 2022
Vitus’s E-Sommet VRX is unequivocally a heavy hitting enduro e-bike. Thanks to its pretty well sorted geometry and wisely picked spec, it’s a bike that’s unshakably confident when pushed down the most technical terrain. Although due to its weight and plush suspension characteristic, the E-Sommet may be a bit too 'enduro' for some.
May 2021 · BenroTV
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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
| Frame | E-Sommet Alloy 6061-T6 double butted e-bike, Internal cable routing, post mount disc brake mounts, Boost hub spacing - 148mm x 12mm thru axle, Shimano STEPS compatible BB Standard: STEPS, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 2.5" Color: Oryx White |
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| Fork | RockShox Zeb Ultimate RC2 29”, Charger 2.1 damper, DebonAir, 38mm stanchions, 170mm travel, 1.8” taper, 110mm x 15mm MaxleStealth axle 44mm offset Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select+, DebonAir, 205mm x 65mm, trunnion |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Integrated, N/A |
| Headset | Acros AZX-589, Sealed bearings, ZS56/28.6 – ZS66/40 |
| Stem | Nukeproof Neutron, alloy 6061, 45mm reach, 0° rise |
| Handlebar | Nukeproof Horizon riser, Alloy 7050, 9° back sweep, 780mm wide 12mm rise S/M, 800mm wide 25mm rise L/XL |
| Saddle | WTB Volt, Medium 142mm x 265mm, Cro-moly rails |
| Seatpost | Brand-X Ascend dropper, Remote lever, 31.6mm, S 125mm drop/M 150mm drop/L,XL 170mm drop Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Vitus lock on, N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, Shadow plus, long cage, 12 speed |
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| Front Derailleur | N/A, N/A |
| Crank | Shimano M8150, 165mm, 34t, 53mm chain line |
| Shifters | Shimano XT M8100, Rapidfire plus, 12 speed |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7100, 10t-51t, 12 speed |
| Chain | Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed |
| Brakes | Shimano XT M8120, 203mm, 6 bolt Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: DT Swiss H1700, SPLINE BLACK 29", Rear: DT Swiss H1700, SPLINE BLACK 27.5" |
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| Spokes | Maxxis High Roller II, 3C MaxxGrip compound, DD, 29” x 2.50” |
| Front Hub | DT Swiss, Boost – 110mm x 15mm thru axle |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss, Shimano microspline driver, Boost – 148mm x 12mm thru axle |
| Tires | Front: DT Swiss, N/A, Rear: Maxxis Assegai, 3C MaxxGrip compound, DD, 29” x 2.50” |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT76 or Brakco DR-02, 203mm, 6 bolt |
| Motor | Shimano E8036 630Wh, N/A |
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| Battery | Shimano E8036 630Wh, N/A |
| Display | Shimano EM800, N/A |
First added November 14
Last updated December 9
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