Vitus E-Mythique Fork and Shock Options

[Zimmerframe]

Went up 5 PSI on the Zebs today and used a little less travel. I have to say, they still felt excellent - slightly better than they were. Small bump compliance is also really good.

Lost the front several times today, but that's more down to the slop conditions rather than the fork.

Ultimately, at the moment, both the 170 38 Performances and the 180 Zeb Ultimates both feel incredible on this bike so I think you'd be a very happy bunny going either route..

 

[Deriuqer]

RCZ sells the FOX RACING SHOX 2023 FLOAT X Performance Elite 205x65mm for 110€ + shipping with code RCZVICE (only valid 30.10.2023).

 

[Zimmerframe]

RCZ sells the FOX RACING SHOX 2023 FLOAT X Performance Elite 205x65mm for 110€ + shipping with code RCZVICE (only valid 30.10.2023).

It works ! :-D

Did you work out the correct shock hardware in the end @Deriuqer ?? and MERCI !

 

[Deriuqer]

Yes, it's 8x25mm. I bought some by DVO since it was cheaper than Fox.
Example:

DVO Hardware Mounting 25.0*8mm (1429250-8) RCZ Bike Shop

<p><strong>DVO Hardware Mounting 25.0*8mm (1429250-8)</strong></p> <p>**The product is on the photo</p>

www.rczbikeshop.com

 

[ZR1]

I'm a bit envious of you guys with access to rczshop, never need to get a shock serviced just replace at that price!

There was a deal in the UK for 170mm 2021 lyrik ultimates for £390 so I've gone with that. The zeron isn't that bad but I much prefer the pike select I have on my other bike and this should be a step up from that.

 

[GeordieKenevo]

I'm a bit envious of you guys with access to rczshop, never need to get a shock serviced just replace at that price!

There was a deal in the UK for 170mm 2021 lyrik ultimates for £390 so I've gone with that. The zeron isn't that bad but I much prefer the pike select I have on my other bike and this should be a step up from that.

Where is that deal in the UK and are they 29 or 27.5 @ZR1 ?

 

[ZR1]

https://www.wiggle.com/p/rockshox-lyrik-ultimate-rc2-debonair-boost-fork

unfortunately looks like they're all gone

wiggle are in administration so make sure you pay by credit card if it comes back in stock

 

[CarolinaCrawler]

The wife and I went to a weekend getaway (pretty rare with three kids) and did alot of riding over the weekend. I put a 160mm Fox 38 Performance and Fox float x2 performance elite on mine off another bike for the trip. Really in love with this bike and this suspension. Absolutely could not ask for more. Highly recommend upgrading fork and shock if your on the fence. Transforms this bike.

Keeping with the budget brawler theme of this bike I picked up a brand new take off 170mm Fox 38 performance Elite for it. I haven't been able to install it but can only think itll be great after the grip 1 38 I've been riding. Its only 166 grams heavier then the SR Suntour Durolux. Shouldn't be noticeable. Now I've got to find a performance elite x2 and it'll be set.

I really like the x2. With a few simple changes I can make it a fun, poppy shock for the bike park or I can make it stick to the ground and give ultimate traction for the plethora of natural trails we have here.

I also have a Vitus Sommet that uses the same size shock. I've been contemplating picking up a Fox DHX for it so I can swap shocks between it and the E-Mythique. Would love to try a coil. Right now there are some killer deals on brand new 2022 shocks.

 

[Deriuqer]

Have you noticed any differences in handling, as the lower travel of the fork changes the overall front height and the angles?

 

[CarolinaCrawler]

Have you noticed any differences in handling, as the lower travel of the fork changes the overall front height and the angles?

I have not noticed a difference at all. Still handles the same and I don't have any more pedal strikes. I don't know if I'm not a good enough rider to tell it or if changing the quality of fork over shadows the 10mm of difference. Overall the bike feels way better.

 

[CarolinaCrawler]

On a side note, I weighed all the forks I have here at the house just to check them out...

Stock E-Mythique SR Suntour Durolux 36 170mm fork - 2172g
Fox 38 performance Elite 170mm with starnut and 7" steer tube - 2338g
2021 Zeb ultimate 170mm with starnut and 8" of steertube - 2290g
marzocchi z1 coil 170mm with 7” steertube star nut and axle - 2458g