THESE UPGRADES WILL MAKE THIS BIKE INCREDIBLE!

Transform your Vitus Mythique mountain bike into an incredible trail-dominating machine! 🚵‍♂️🔥
In this video, I share my experiences with the Vitus Mythique and reveal must-have upgrades that will take your ride to the next level.
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I discuss my thoughts on components such as tires, suspension, brakes, and more. I also compare the Vitus Mythique VRX with the AMP model, which comes with upgraded components out of the box. If you're on a budget, the VRX is a solid build, but with a few upgrades to tires and brakes, you'll have a winning bike.
Enjoy the video and let me know if you have any questions in the comments! ✌️

[@vicwiseman6038]

I picked up the 2022 Vitus Mythique VRX and swapped the rail dampener up front to the 150mm (Fox 34). I also installed 2 Fox 34 volume spacers as mine had none and the fork would bottom out on rougher terrain or jumps. Most importantly my fork was dry and didn’t have enough oil OR the foam rings that help keep the stansions lubricated. Next, I swapped the 150mm dropper and installed a 170mm version. I also upgraded the brakes to the SLX quad piston version with air cooled pads. Due to its short reach, I installed a longer stem. Now this bike is absolutely a BEAST! The fork is buttery smooth and eats everything up. It’s perfect for rough trail/enduro riding without sacrificing too much climbing ability. I absolutely love the Magic Mary Schwalbe tires that this bike came with. The only bad thing I have experienced with the bike is one, missing foam rings in the fork, and two, the Vitus hub paws sheered/failed pre-maturely and have to be replaced.

[@xamuth]

Does the Marzocchi Z2 was missing the foam rings or the foam rings were not lubricated?

[@trotro80]

@xamuth Read in many forums the Z2 just does not come with foam rings installed (from factory). Some people also say their fork was stuffed with much to much grease. So they install the rings and give it basically a small service (new grease, right amount of oil) and say it performs much better.

[@Ross_BikeWrap]

Met you on the Golfie climb on Sunday, was nice having dry trails finally at weekend :) Hope you had a good day on the hill. Great video as ever too.

[@weserve042203]

Thanks for the update! I decided to buy a used Norco Optic, but I might get one of these for my daughter when she stops growing. Cheers!

[@fowler0028]

I’ve been looking at different bikes for the past few weeks and finally settled on the 27.5 version of this bike(the 29ers is currently £1900, the 27.5 version reduced to £1300 from £1600 a few days back), was also thinking about the Nukeproof Reactor 290 Comp Alloy but couldn’t justify the £350 extra (shame I wasn’t thinking about getting a bike a few months back when the 15% extra off offer was on) as I’m new to the hobby.

[@danytheunicorn95]

I own this bike, I love it, like a mini enduro

[@MH_ZeR0]

Just got this bike myself a few weeks back! I'm still pretty new to the MTB world so for me it's perfect. I've only riden it so far on the Monkey Trail at Cannock Chase and on Monday this week took it to Flyup 417 bike park. I do totally agree about the tyres!!! Going down the trails at Flyup I felt like I had very little grip which made for some sketchy decents. So this is deffo something I'm going to look into! All in all I love it though and know I'm going to continue being very happy with it. Super useful vid though and deffo given me something to think about in terms of upgrades down the line.

[@trevgev256]

Almost got this bike but opted for the Escarpe CR which has a very similar spec level. Apparently the Z2 doesn't come with the foam washer in the seals that its Fox 34 sister fork does, and putting this in place helps the feel of the fork quite dramatically. Would be very interested to see you do this mod!

[@eightlivesdownmtb]

The Z2 is a great fork, but it has a few shortfalls; lack of those washers, CSU creak and bushings that can't cope with a life that asks more of them than just trail riding.

[@vicwiseman6038]

I just did the swap! Night and day difference in Fork feel and performance. I also had no volume spacers which caused me to add way more pressure in order to avoid bottoming out. As a result of the higher pressure, I lost a lot of small bump compliance. After adding two volume spacers and the foam rings, the fork felt way better! I also installed the 150mm Fox air dampener but I don’t recommended it if you don’t plan on riding rougher trails. I can carry way more speed on descents but there is also noticeably more bob when pedaling on the flatter sections as I now don’t need to run the higher pressures. I love this fork! I also upgraded the brakes (Shimano SLX quad piston) and the dropper to a 170mm as I am 6’2” and the 150mm dropper the bike came with was inadequate for me.

[@AdventureRich]

Super useful! I'm thoroughly enjoying mine, but thinking of changing the tires to a chunkier Maxxis and going up to 2.5/2.4 variation front to back. The brakes left a little bit to be desired out of the box, but after bedding them in the feel a little better. Thinking of upgrading to Magura when they're done for. I also realize that I need to step up my skill level to match what the bike is really capable of, and trusting that it IS capable... letting off the brakes a little more on the techy stuff. Thanks again for this video bro, it's the perfect follow up now that I've put some kilometers on mine.

[@curtis6861]

The new Cane Creek Coil IL would be a sweet upgrade on this. Also some gold bomber decals to match the frame, feel the red clashes with the colour scheme alot.

[@AdventureRich]

Just ordered those decals actually...

[@steveharper4017]

Not sure the IL coil is available in this size. I spoke to cane creek last year for my Escarpe.

[@jamestownson3970]

Hi mate, still loving the content. Just wondering if you are going to race in the EWS again? Really loved that content!

[@bennorthover]

great video... super fast riding and awesome trails, where is that?

[@wolfpack_adventures]

Thanks! Trails are in Innerleithen, Scotland

[@bennorthover]

cheers mate - love watching you ride !! epic stuff and thx for the Innerleithen info !@@wolfpack_adventures

[@ИванПетров-п4я9ю]

Hello. I've been watching your wonderful channel for a long time. I am also the owner of a Vitus Sommet 29 l. Can you please tell me how the angle of the seat tube will change if the flip chip is bolted up and down? Now the flip chip bolt is at the top. What is the current gkometry of the bike? I can’t figure it out, because... On the website only some indicators are indicated and changes in the angle of the seat tube are absent

[@darrenwright6713]

Can I ask your opinion on how much sag to set front and rear please.

[@AdventureRich]

Ugh, thank you bro!

[@lukemtb6800]

Peaty won world cups on the high rollers.

[@hannes6114]

doesn't really matter for the ones on the bike

[@niberdoom]

Very nice rewiev/info. Regarding size, how tall are you and how do you feel large suites you?

[@scottedwards5482]

Hi mate great videos keep them up 🤟 one question really once you have upgraded to your spec would you send it around bike park wales, only asking as I have the same bike & I am planning that trip myself.

[@dennispikephotography]

I have the '21 mythique VRX. Pretty similar thoughts. I replaced the tires, the rear wheel, the bars and stem and the fork, as well as went yo a 203 rotor on the front. (came with 180, when the vrx was the top) It is an insanely good bike now. Between the Domain up front, the better tires & the bigger rotors it descends SO well. I Hate that stem by the way, it's awful, 35mm is so much better.

[@toytoy4778]

what camera do you use and mic? nice video

[@hainman1]

Hey Alex Love watching your stuff🔥 Super steezy rider What WTB tyres do you run? I did have the Verdict wet but seems they’re not available anywhere Have you rode just the Verdict??

[@wolfpack_adventures]

Hey! My go-to tyre setup usually is a verdict up front and a judge out the back Both tyres in the tough, high grip compound!

[@hainman1]

Cheers for the replay mate,might give the Verdict another go ,Currently on a DHF max Gripp which in fairness has handled the golfie in Snow and slop the last few months

[@SecondHalfofLife]

What fork would you recommend for this bike? I know you mentioned the pike but you think a fox float 36 would mate up well?

[@AdventureRich]

I've seen someone on the forums put a Yari on it, I hope that helps. The Pike comes on the AMP (one tier higher than the VRX), so I know that's a safe upgrade... but the Z2 that comes on it is an excellent fork. Going to a Pike will ALMOST be a lateral move. Slight upgrade in plushness and adjustability.

[@Ruffest]

Just joined the vitus club. Got a question for you. I've got a sommet 297 and the shock linkage is slapping my forward leg. It's the only bike ever that's done this. Have you experienced this with them or am I abnormal 😂

[@ryanlockyer2408]

did you take the dropper off because i just saw you ride green hill and you did'nt have one on, wich seems like an odd choice for a trail bike. also are you sponsored by vitus?

[@TissueMe]

Where was the hardest place to ride on the bike

[@RagingGamingBear]

Is the Vitus Mythique Mountain Bike able to do jumps ok? Just starting and I want a bike that can do trails like what they are doing but also berms, jumps, step downs etc. Im going for Vitus Mythique or the Nukeproof Scout 275 Deore10 hardtail? Any inputs would be greatly helpful :D

[@curtiswatkins2219]

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[@ondrejfrydl52]

Does Vitus mythique works with coil shock? Thank you.

[@AdventureRich]

From what I understand, it doesn't. You're talking Escarpe or Sommet territory there.

[@Paulmtb]

Still looking for a review on the new Escarpe.. Vitus seem to not want anyone to review it

[@jasonburke2596]

Excellent video. Currently mulling over a full-sus MTB after many years on the roads and track. Would you say that this Mythique VRX is a "comfortable" bike? I'm not looking to break any records in my riding these days, just riding purely for enjoyment! Also what are your thoughts on the 27.5" v 29" wheel debate? I understand that this machine comes in either 27.5" or 29". Cheers!

[@vicwiseman6038]

If you are 5’9” or taller, get the 29. If you are 5’8” or shorter, get the 27.5. It’s a great value bike. You get a lot for your money and can easily upgrade parts with time. Mine came with Magic Mary Schwalbe tires which are great. I would upgrade the brakes, the dropper (150 to 170mm) and get the Fox 34 service kit to install the foam washers and add a bit more oil to the fork. My fork needed it bad. I also threw in 2 volume spacers in the fork (Fox 34) which for my 185 lb weight was an essential upgrade.

[@jasonburke2596]

@@vicwiseman6038 Thanks for the reply dude. Sounds like you’ve made some key upgrades. I settled on a 2022 Sommet CR 29. It arrived last week. Absolutely love it. I’ve only ridden it once but it’s everything and more that I needed!

[@andreagrigoletto8101]

Great video and advices, I'm looking into buying this bike, but I'm between medium and large.. I'm 177, just for reference I used to ride a SC Nomad 2020 in size L. I've already seen the video where you talk about the reasons you went with a size L instead of XL, please could you help me?

[@faggabumm]

Did you end up getting the bike? Which size did you settle for?

[@andreagrigoletto8101]

@@faggabumm nope, I bought the new Production Privée Shan N5 frame which I'm already selling in favor of a Scor ST 4060. Just because I love trying new things lol

[@tomasstraka5244]

rotors are a good point, I dont get why brands dont spec 180s from the factory, it costs the same, saves about what, 50 grams? If they make a bike like this, with geo more than capable of going fast downhill, at least the brakes should be on par :D Good vid mate, as always ^^

[@cleggycyclist]

the '21 Mythique VRX came with 180s front & rear... well mine did anyway and I still upgraded the front to 200

[@tonychalmers9867]

My 2023 Mythique VRX came with 180's front and rear.

[@AdventureRich]

@@tonychalmers9867 Mine as well. Might be supply chain issues too.

[@tarator4o999]

The sad thing is that you have to ride it stiff cuz of the little travel

[@richard73]

I got a 2021 VRX with Magic Mary/Hans Dampf and I hate the tyres 😡

[@trotro80]

whyyyy

[@ReValveiT_01]

Nice, but this bike has 180mm rotors, not 160mm.

[@wolfpack_adventures]

The bike I have arrived with 160mm rotors.

[@ReValveiT_01]

@@wolfpack_adventures That front one is definitely 180. If it was 160, it wouldn't have the spacer on the calliper.