2021 Vitus

ZX 1 EVO CR

A carbon frame aero bike with upper mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

£2,799($3,544)
Weight18.3 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c
Drivetrain2 × 11
Groupset105
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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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

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41 mph

ZX 1 EVO CR

40 mph

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Spec Level

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Sizing
XS

5'2" – 5'6"

SM

5'4" – 5'9"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'9" – 6'2"

XL

6'0" – 6'4"

XXL

6'1" – 6'5"

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Reviews
Cyclist
Vitus ZX-1 EVO review

Oct 2021 · Sam Challis

The ZX-1’s price is way below its competitors, but its performance isn’t far away at all

Highs
  • Perceived aerodynamic efficiency

  • Well thought-out spec

  • Comparatively good value price

Lows
  • Heavy

  • A little harsh

  • Quirky handling

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BikeRadar
Vitus ZX-1 EVO 105 review

Sep 2021 · Warren Rossiter

A complete aero package at a great price

Highs
  • Huge speed, spec and value

Lows
  • Tyres could be better

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Bikerumor
2021 Vitus ZX-1 EVO lighter, faster, affordable aero road bike

May 2021

Vitus' new 2021 ZX-1 EVO aero road bike delivers huge jump in all-rounder performance with latest lighter, stiffer, faster carbon evolution.

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Cycling Tips
2021 Vitus ZX-1 Evo road bike review: Aero, affordable, and available - CyclingTips

May 2021 · Ronan Mc Laughlin

Vitus goes all-in for aero with the new ZX-1, featuring internal cable routing, huge tubing, deep wheels and integrated handlebars.

Highs
  • Feels fast, handles well, looks fast, good spec levels throughout the range.

Lows
  • Harsh ride, internal cable routing headaches, round spokes on aero wheels, poor saddle clamp choice.

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road.cc
Vitus ZX-1 Evo CRS Di2 2021

May 2021 · Stu Kerton

The ZX-1 Evo delivers on everything: performance, excellent geometry, comfort and impressive value for money

Highs
  • Epic performance levels

  • Great value for money

  • Exciting handling

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Cycling Weekly
Vitus ZX-1 CRI Aero Disc

Aug 2019 · Paul Norman

Vitus’s top road bike comes with a classy spec too

Highs
  • Quality ride and spec

  • Fast deep-section carbon wheels

Lows
  • Uncertain aero benefits from the frameset

  • Some tendency to catch crosswinds

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

ZX-1 EVO Carbon, SL UD Carbon, UCI Approved, Internal Cable Routing, 12mm x 142mm axle, Flat Mount

BB Standard386EVO, 86mm, Press Fit

Tire Clearance30c

ColorBlack Quartz

Fork

ZX-1 EVO Carbon, SL UD Carbon, UCI Approved, Tapered Steerer, 100 x 12mm, Flat Mount, Size Specific

Bottom Bracket

TRiPEAK 386-24, BB 386EVO for 24mm axle

Headset

FSA/Vitus ACR, Sealed Bearings, 1.5" 36x45 degrees (FSA No.55ACR), Vitus/FSA Headset Cover

Stem

FSA SMR ACR, Bar Bore 31.8mm, XS:100mm S:100mm M:110mm L:110mm XL:120mm XXL:120mm

Handlebar

Prime Primavera Carbon Aero, US Carbon, XS:400mm S:400mm M:420mm L:420mm XL:420mm XXL:420mm

Saddle

VITUS Race Performance, CRN-Ti Rail, Pressure Relief Channel

Seatpost

ZX-1 EVO Aero, +20mm/-2mm Offset, XS/S: 300mm M/L: 350mm XL/XXL: 400mm

TypeRigid

Grips

VITUS SuperGrip, Anti Slip

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano 105 R7000, RD-R7000-GS, 11 Speed, Long Cage, Shadow

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105 R7000, FD-R7000-F

Crank

Shimano 105 R7000, FC-R7000, 52/36T, XS:165mm S:170mm M:172.5mm L:172.5mm XL:175mm XXL: 175mm

Shifters

Shimano 105 R7000, ST-R7020, 11 Speed

Cassette

Sunrace RX1, 11-32T

Chain

KMC X11, 11 Speed

Brakes

Shimano 105 R7000 Disc, ST-R7020, Hydraulic Disc, Flat Mount

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Front: N/A, N/A, Rear: N/A, N/A

Spokes

N/A, N/A

Front Hub

N/A, N/A

Rear Hub

N/A, N/A

Tires

Front: Schwalbe ONE Performance, 700c x 25, Tubeless Ready TLE, Race Guard, Rear: Schwalbe ONE Performance, 700c x 25, Tubeless Ready TLE, Race Guard

Disc Rotors

Shimano RT70, Front:160mm, Rear:140mm

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