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E-Sommet VRS Mountain
A 29″ / 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro e-bike with upper mid-range components.
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£4,999($6,607)| Weight | 53.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 167 / 170mm |
| Fork | RockShox ZEB Select |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SLX |
| Motor | Shimano hub-drive |
| Battery | Shimano 630Wh |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX 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 excels in technical terrain, offering a balanced mix of performance, comfort, and value. Its suspension is praised for being supple and adaptable, catering to a wide range of riders, while the geometry and build kit are well-sorted for confident descending. Despite some minor drawbacks like battery access and weight, it stands out as a top choice for riders seeking a fun, fast, and reliable electric mountain bike.
High-end components for a reasonable price
Impressive suspension performance
Well-sorted geometry
Confidence-inspiring descending capabilities
Great value for money
Fiddly battery cover removal
Heavy and plush suspension may be too 'enduro' for some
Motor tends to rattle when plowing downhill
Vitus has nailed the price-versus-performance balance with the E-Sommet VRX.
BikeRadarThe Vitus is clearly built for bombing, so it’s a good thing that it has powerful Shimano XT 4-piston brakes.
MBRThe 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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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
| Frame | E-Sommet 6061-T6 Double Butted Alloy, Internal cable routing, post mount disc brake mounts, Boost hub spacing - 148mm x 12mm thru axle, Shimano STEPS compatible. Axle Specifications: 180mm Length, 13mm Thread Length, M12xP1.0 Thread Pitch Tire Clearance: 2.5" Color: Oryx Grey - Black |
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| Fork | RockShox Zeb Select 29", 170mm travel, Charger RC damper, DebonAir, 38mm stanchions, 110mm x 15mm Maxle Stealth axle, 44mm offset Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select R, DebonAir, 205mm x 65mm, trunnion Travel: 167mm |
| Bottom Bracket | N/A, N/A |
| Headset | Acros AZX-589, ZS56/28.6 upper & ZS66/40 lower to suit 1-1/8" upper tapered to 1.8" lower headtube |
| Stem | Nukeproof Neutron AM, 6061 Alloy, 45mm length, 31.8mm Handlebar Clamp Diameter, 0° Rise |
| Handlebar | Nukeproof Horizon V2 Riser, 7075 Alloy, 9° Back Sweep, 31.8mm Clamp Diameter, S & M: 780mm Wide, 12mm Rise, L & XL: 800mm Wide, 25mm Rise |
| Saddle | Nukeproof Horizon Enduro Saddle, Black, Steel Rails |
| Seatpost | Brand-X Ascend Dropper, Remote lever, 31.6mm Diameter, S: 125mm drop, M: 150mm drop, L & XL: 170mm drop Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Vitus Lock On, N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX M7100, 12 Speed, Shadow Plus, Long Cage |
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| Front Derailleur | N/A, N/A |
| Crank | Shimano EM600, 34T Narrow Wide Chainring, 165mm Crank Length, 53mm Chain Line |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX M7100, 12 Speed, Rapidfire Plus |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7100, 12 Speed, 10-51T Range |
| Chain | Shimano SLX M7100, 12 Speed, 118 Links |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX M7120, Post Mount, Four Piston Caliper, Sintered Pads Type: Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Nukeproof Neutron V2, 29", 32H, Presta Valve, Tubeless Ready Rim Tape Installed, Rear: Nukeproof Neutron V2, 27.5", 32H, Presta Valve, Tubeless Ready Rim Tape Installed |
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| Front Hub | Nukeproof Neutron V2, 32H, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 110mm x 15mm |
| Rear Hub | Nukeproof Neutron V2, 32H, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 148mm x 12mm |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai, 29" x 2.5" WT, 3C MaxxGrip compound, DD casing, Rear: Maxxis High Roller II, 27.5" x 2.5" WT, 3C MaxxTerra compound, DD casing |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT66 or Brakco DR-02, 203mm Front & Rear, 6 Bolt Hub Fitment |
| Motor | Shimano E8036, 630Wh, Downtube Integrated |
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| Battery | Shimano E8036, 630Wh, Downtube Integrated |
| Display | Shimano EM800, Boost, Trail, Eco, Off & Walk modes |
First added April 16
Last updated December 31
Not listed for 1,273 days