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2015

Vitus Nucleus 290

Vitus Nucleus 2015

499

Cross Country

Size / SM, MD, LG, XL

Weight / 14.12

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At a glance

The 2015 Vitus Nucleus 290 is an Cross Country Aluminium / Alloy mountain bike. It sports 29" wheels, is priced at £499 GBP, comes in a range of sizes, including SM, MD, LG, XL, has SR Suntour suspension and a Shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Vitus's Nucleus range of mountain bikes.

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    Mechanical formed 6061-T6 aluminium
  • Fork
    SunTour XCM, Suntour XCM LO-DS 29”, Coil Spring with Pre-Load Adjustment, Hydraulic Speed Lock-Out with Fixed Rebound, 1.1/8” Steel Steerer, 100mm Travel, 9mm QR
Wheels
  • Hubs
    SRAM MTH-306, QR
  • Wheels
    Jalco XCD, Alloy
  • Wheel Size
    29"
  • Spokes
    Stainless
  • Tires
    Continental, Font: Mountain King 29.5" x 2.4", Rear: X-King 29.5" x 2.2
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    KMC, KMC Z99, 9-Speed
  • Crank
    Suntour, Suntour XCM 414, 175mm, 44tx32tx22t
  • Bottom Bracket
    Square taper
  • Front Derailleur
    Shimano Altus, Shimano Altus FD-M370, 34.9mm Band
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano Altus, Shimano Altus RD-M280
  • Shifters
    Shimano Altus, Shimano Altus SL-M370, Rapid Fire Plus, 9-Speed
Components
  • Brakeset
    Tektro, Tektro HD-M290, Hydraulic Disc Brake – 160mm Rotor
  • Handlebar
    Vitus Riser Bar, 6061 Double Butted Alloy, 720mm Wide
  • Saddle
    Vitus
  • Seatpost
    Vitus alloy, 15mm Offset, 31.6mm x 400mm
  • Stem
    Vitus, 3D Forged 6061-T6 Aluminium, +/- 6 Degree Rise, 60mm Extension
  • Headset
    FSA Orbit 1.5B, Zero Stack (NO.57B) 1.1/8”

FAQ

Q: How much is a 2015 Vitus Nucleus 290?

A 2015 Vitus Nucleus 290 is typically priced around £499 GBP when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.

Q: Where to buy a 2015 Vitus Nucleus 290?

The 2015 Vitus Nucleus 290 may be purchased directly from Vitus.

Q: How much does a 2015 Vitus Nucleus 290 weigh?

A 2015 Vitus Nucleus 290 weights 14.12.

Q: What size wheels does the 2015 Vitus Nucleus 290 have?

The 2015 Vitus Nucleus 290 has 29" wheels.

Q: What size 2015 Vitus Nucleus 290 should I get?

The 2015 Vitus Nucleus 290 comes in sizes SM, MD, LG, XL. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Vitus Nucleus 290 size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm) Rider Height (in) Frame Size
148cm - 158cm 4'10" - 5'2" XS
158cm - 168cm 5'2" - 5'6" S
168cm - 178cm 5'6" - 5' 10" M
178cm - 185cm 5'10" - 6'1" L
185cm - 193cm 6'1" - 6'4" XL
193cm - 198cm 6'4" - 6'6" XXL

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