The Vitus ZX-1. Aero inspired, for maximum speed and efficiency.
Innovation is part of who we are, and the original ZX-1 was one of the first monocoque carbon fibre race bikes back when it launched in 1991. It took the scene by storm with advanced manufacturing methods that allowed designers to push the aerodynamic boundaries, creating a truly unique bike.
Today, the ZX-1 continues to be a performance race ready road bike. Utilising Kamm Tail tube profiles, and an integrated fork and seat post, the Vitus designers have enhanced aerodynamics without compromise. An asymmetric and oversized BB386EVO BB helps to maximise drive and overall lateral stiffness. With the use of multiple carbon fibre layups, Vitus have maintained a balanced power transfer on the drive and non-drive sides of the bike whilst under pedalling load.
The UCI approved frameset has been raced by UCI Continental Pro cycling team Vitus Pro Cycling p/b Brother UK, featuring heavily in breakaways at the 2019 Tour de Yorkshire, and stage wins in the UK’s Tour Series criterium series.
The ZX-1 TEAM eTap Disc is directly inspired by the race winning bikes of Vitus Pro Cycling, with the same striking, metallic red paint job and raw carbon graphics. This race bike is fitted with SRAM’s new Force eTap AXS HRD 12 speed groupset as used on the team’s training bikes. It gives you every possible benefit from a wireless electronic groupset- modern gearing, advanced chain management, and easy personalization.
Wireless electronic shifting and hydraulic disc braking offers the best of both worlds at this advanced level. The Force eTap AXS rear derailleur capitalizes on X-Range gearing technology for enhanced range and chain management. Carbon cranks and SRAM’s new Flattop chain make this one of the most exciting new bikes in the Vitus range.
Race proven, and UCI Approved, Prime Carbon Black Edition 50 tubeless ready wheels feature a 50mm deep aero rim section. This is combined with a wider rim profile to create a more linear contour between the tyre and rim interface. Pairing these with Schwalbe One Performance RaceGuard Tubeless 25c tyres maximises aero gains and comfort. Working seamlessly with the SRAM eTap AXS HRD groupset, the Black Edition 50’s use an XD-R freehub body, allowing for the 12 speed SRAM cassette with 10 tooth cog.
The cockpit utilises Prime’s new Primavera aluminium aero handlebars, inspired by the extremely popular carbon version raced by Vitus Pro Cycling. The bars feature the same aggressive aerodynamic shape with a large flat ‘wing’ aero top section, and internal cable routing. The performance orientated 3D forged, and CNC machined, Prime Doyenne aero stem, adds sleek design and features an integrated aero top cap.
The ZX-1 Team e-Tap is finished off with the award winning Prologo Dimension saddle combining comfort, performance and lightness. The combination of short nose and PAS system ensures comfort even in aerodynamic position.
Features:
Race ReadyUCI Approved as used by Vitus Pro Cycling |
Frame MaterialT700 Unidirectional Carbon |
Wheel Size700c |
GroupsetSRAM Force eTap AXS |
WeightLarge: 8.31kg |
£3,699.99
Shop with Preferred PartnerSpecifications
FRAMEZX-1 Disc, UD Carbon T700 "Internal cable routing, Flat Mount braking, BB386 EVO BB Shell, 142 x 12 " |
REAR HUB PRIME XD-R Freehub, CentreLock, R- 142 x 12mm |
FORKSIntegrated UD carbon Full carbon tapered steerer, 100 x 12mm |
SPOKESPrime
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CHAINSETSRAM Force Carbon - 48/36t FC-FRC-D1 12Spd, DUB compatable, Crank lengths - XS:170mm S:170mm M:172.5mm L:172.5mm XL:175mm XXL:175mm |
FRONT TYRESchwalbe ONE Performance TLE 700c x 25, ADDIX, RaceGuard, MicroSkin Tubeless Easy |
BOTTOM BRACKETSRAM DUB 386 EVO |
REAR TYRESchwalbe ONE Performance TLE 700c x 25, ADDIX, RaceGuard, MicroSkin Tubeless Easy |
FRONT DERAILLEURSRAM Force eTap AXS D1 FD, Braze-On, with Battery |
FRONT BRAKESRAM Force eTap AXS D1 Hydraulic Flat Mount, 160mm Rotor |
REAR DERAILLEURSRAM Force eTap AXS D1 RD, 12 Spd, with Battery |
REAR BRAKESRAM Force eTap AXS D1 Hydraulic Flat Mount, 140mm Rotor |
FRONT SHIFTERSRAM Force eTap AXS Hydraulic 12 speed |
HANDLEBARSPrime Primavera Aluminium
125mm drop x 78mm reach, XS:400mm S:400mm M:420mm L:420mm XL:440mm XXL:440mm |
REAR SHIFTERSRAM Force eTap AXS Hydraulic
12 speed |
STEMPrime Doyene Aluminium
AL6061 3D Forged & CNC Machined, bar bore 31.8mm, +/- 5 degrees, XS:90mm S:100mm M:110mm L:110mm XL:120mm XXL:120mm |
CASSETTESRAM 10-33T CS XG 1270 D1, 12 Spd |
HEADSETRitchey Comp
Tapered 1 1/8"- 1 1/2", upper bearing 42 / 28.6, lower bearing 52 / 40 |
CHAINSRAM Force D1
12 Spd |
GRIPSVITUS
EVA Cork |
FRONT RIMPRIME Black Edition 50 Carbon Disc Tubeless
Tubeless tape installed, Tubeless valves supplied |
SADDLEPrologo Dimension
T4.0, Microfibre cover, 143mm width |
REAR RIMPRIME Black Edition 50 Carbon Disc Tubeless
Tubeless tape installed, Tubeless valves supplied |
SEATPOSTVITUS ZX-1 Aero
Length XS:330mm S:330mm M:330mm L:400mm XL:400mm XXL:400mm, 20mm offset, 6-8 Nm clamp force |
FRONT HUBPRIME
CentreLock, F-100 x 12mm |
SEATCLAMPVITUS ZX-1 Aero
Integrated bolt head washer, 6-8 Nm clamp force |
Geometry & Sizing
Frame Size | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
Rec. Rider Height (Imperial) | 5' 3" - 5' 5" | 5' 5" - 5' 7" | 5' 7" - 5' 9" | 5' 9" - 5' 11" | 5' 11" - 6' 1" | 6' 1" - 6' 4" |
Rec. Rider Height (Metric) | 160 - 165cm | 165 - 170cm | 170 - 175cm | 175 - 180cm | 180 - 185cm | 185 - 193cm |
Rec. Inside Leg (Imperial) | 28" - 29" | 29" - 30" | 30" - 31" | 31" - 32" | 32" - 33" | 33" - 35" |
Rec. Inside Leg (Metric) | 68 - 74cm | 74 - 76cm | 76 - 79cm | 79 - 81cm | 81 - 84cm | 84 - 89cm |
Seat Tube - CT | 460mm | 480mm | 500mm | 525mm | 550mm | 570mm |
Seat Tube - CC | ||||||
(A)Virtual TT | 515mm | 531mm | 547mm | 563mm | 580mm | 597mm |
Front Centre | 568.8mm | 573.2mm | 580mm | 590.9mm | 608.2mm | 619.5mm |
Wheelbase | 967.9mm | 972.3mm | 979.8mm | 991mm | 1009mm | 1020.3mm |
(E)Headtube | 115mm | 130mm | 145mm | 155mm | 170mm | 190mm |
Fork Rake | 43mm | 43mm | 43mm | 43mm | 43mm | 43mm |
Fork Length | 370mm | 370mm | 370mm | 370mm | 370mm | 370mm |
(B)HT Angle | 71.5° | 72.5° | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° |
(C)ST Angle | 74.3° | 74° | 73.5° | 73° | 73° | 72.5° |
(D)Chainstay | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm |
BB Drop | 72mm | 72mm | 70mm | 69mm | 67mm | 67mm |
Crank length | 170mm | 170mm | 172.5mm | 172.5mm | 172.5mm | 175mm |
Tyre size | 340mm | 340mm | 347mm | 347mm | 347mm | 347mm |
(F)Stack | 516mm | 534mm | 547.5mm | 556.5mm | 569mm | 587.5mm |
(G)Reach | 370mm | 377.9mm | 385mm | 393mm | 406mm | 412mm |
Stem length | 90mm | 100mm | 110mm | 110mm | 120mm | 120mm |
Handlebar Width | 400mm | 400mm | 420mm | 420mm | 440mm | 440mm |
Help
- FAQs
- Where can I buy Vitus Bikes?
- You can buy Vitus bikes directly through our exclusive retailers Wiggle and Chain Reaction Cycles
- Do your bikes come with Warranty?
- We offer a 5-year warranty on all our frames. On top of that we also offer an extended 2-year warranty on all components excluding wear and tear items such as bearings, brake pads, chains & cassettes etc. Our Warranty policy applies to the original owner and processed by our exclusive retail partners.To see their warranty process check: CRC & Wiggle
- Where can I buy touch up paint for my bike?
- We have partnered up with paint specialist G-Paint to offer touch up paints for popular Vitus models. These can be bought direct from G-Paint's website HERE.