trek vrx mountain bike

The Trek VRX is a full-suspension mountain bike with an aluminum T6 / Alpha FS / Fox Vanilla frame. The frame comes in colors like Trek  Red, Black  Gold and Candy  Gold.

It was first released in 1999 and again in 2000. Due to the frame materials and other factors, we estimate that this bike weighs around 35 pounds.

The VRX comes with Mountain Mix components, including a carbon, aluminum, ICON Ahead stem, a threadless Aheadset headset and Shimano RapidFire SL shifters.

The Rock Shox, Answer Manitou and Marzocchi Bomber Z-3 Flylight fork has a true suspension.

The VRX has 9,8 speeds and has a Shimano derailleur.

It comes with Bontrager Jones tires ( x in front and x rear.) and disc, Rolf Bontrager rims.

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Trek VRX 200-Still decent?

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Hey, I'm looking to get into MB now (rode a friend's beater, got hooked), and I know a guy who's selling a 2000 Trek VRX 200 that's actually never been used, just been sitting in a garage for the last 8-9 years. Here are the specs: http://www.bikepedia.com/quickbike/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2000&Brand=Trek&Model=VRX+200&Type=bike Retail was 1200, he's asking 375. The bike is unused, but is it still worth it with components and a frame that old? It's a full-susser, and I'm not sure how good the technology was back then. Anyways, I really could use some advice, so, honest opinions?  

Don't waste your money. A lot has changed in 9 years.  

Yeah? I was looking at as a starter bike, to get used to riding on until I get more experienced/can buy something nicer, but I can always just save that money to put towards something nice sooner.  

I would save your pennies...That bike was a piece when it was new and nine years later not only is it still apiece, it's seriously outdated. Save up and buy a nice mid range hardtail. It will allow you to get into mountain biking and will hold up and perform well for you, unlike the vrx!!  

I know biking is like computers, 9 years is like oblivion but I can tell you the biggest advancement in bike tech in last 8 years is in the suspension area like shock/fork with platform damping along with disc brakes. The geometry of a bike for good handling has all been figure out back in the 90's so you're not gaining much with newer frames unless you go with the latest greatest DW link or similar designs but if you're new to biking, your not going to appreciate/need those things until you really get into the sport. $375 for a first timer full suspension bike is not bad as VRX was Trek's top of the line bike back then. If you don't like mountain biking after you tried it, you could sell it for about the same price you pay for. If you can bargain it down to $300 or lower then you got nothing to lose IMO. Newer fork and rear shock will do wonders on a older suspension frame but I'm not suggesting you to upgrade that bike but just to let you know were to upgrade on older frames if you decide to. I don't think a newer hardtails will do you any good as eventually when you do get a serious bike it surely will be a dual suspension bike so you might as well start on one and not go through the transition/learning curve from hardtail to full suspension.  

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Trek VRX 500 1999 Technical specs and features

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Trek produced the VRX 500 bike in 1999 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $2,699.99. VRX 500 bike is available in many sizes such as Large , medium and small . Trek Mountain bike VRX 500 can be found in a few colors, among these colors Dragonfly Orange . This bike is equiped with Front: 26 x 2.10" Bontrager Jones kevlar tires while the rims are manufactured by Rolf Dolomite Disk, 24-hole. Trek equiped this exact model with Hayes Cable-Actuated Disc brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers braking system and Rolf hubs. To guarantee the comfiest ride Trek used 6061 T6 aluminum material for the frame. ICON Diesel DH high strength material is used on the handlebar of this VRX 500 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of ICON. For the smoothest biking experience ICON Tork, 22/32/44 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-HG72 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Trek , the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL gear shift levers.

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CarBack’s focused radar helps detect rear-approaching vehicles from up to 240m away.   

Helps drivers see you

An integrated daytime-visible rear light can be seen by drivers from up to 2km away.   

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Smart phone and GPS compatible

You can pair CarBack with most major GPS cycling computers, GPS sport watches, and with your smart phone using the Trek Accessory app.  

Visible battery gauge 

A four-bar LED battery gauge makes it easy to know when it’s time for another charge.  

Waterproof USB-C charging port  

A waterproof IPX7 rating helps protect your CarBack in wetter weather, and USB-C charging is quick and convenient.  

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CarBack’s smaller profile fits on smaller frames and on bikes with saddle bags.  

Audible and visual alerts

Pair CarBack with your phone and the Trek Accessory App and choose how you get alerts. Keep the App screen open for a visual display of detected vehicles or run it in the background with audio alerts alongside your favorite ride mapping app, or from your phone safely tucked into a jersey pocket.

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Trek 1999 VRX 500 Full Suspension Bike

1999 Trek VRX 500, mountain bike, front & rear suspension, Mountain Mix components, Rock Shox Sid SL, 4.0" travel fork

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fantastic bike all around

this bike is sick i love it bought the frame n shocks at garage sale for 100bucks best 100 i ever spent in my life, its not your average mountain bike its made by professionals for professionals VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED !!! if you buy this biek you will NOT be disapointed i promise if you are you must have VERY VERY high standards ENJOY

Versital solid frame design,looks cool

weight, too heavey for cross country, too heavey for hill climbing

this is a great bike for the weekend warrior who wants to do a little of everything, but may be too heavy for some cross country expeditions

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Looks nice, the feel of this bike is great (fits me well @ 6'-1, 180), nice..durable component set, wheels have yet to be trued after lot of trail/urban smaller drops,

Front shock set up for 160 lb rider (need tune kit) bottoms out too much, BB started creaking last week (after bout a year of riding all conditions), broke original chain, rear v-brake is not too good, no side bite on tires, lost screw on front deraileur while riding...threads needed to be chased

Though not the standard issue VRX500, my setup has treated me well, with no unexpected problems other than the fork setup taht i have yet to fix...I love the feel of this frame, very stable...have yet to upgrade rear shock as well, and want to get disc brakes. I would recommend this frame to anyone looking for a mid range priced bike that is durable, since it is an older frame you can get a nice set up for less money than a newer model.

Too Many BS Dept Store bikes..., Trek 4500, Mongoose Vadium (lol)

La amortiguacion es muy buena y responde muy bien, el diseno de la bicicleta es espectacular, es muy comoda para ser manejada

No logro que el amortiguador trasero tenga la fuerza suficiente para dar traccion a la llanta en subidas muy pronunciadas

Si alguien sabe como corregir el problema de la traccion de la llanta trasera en una subida muy pronunciada, escribame por favor.

Factory components aloow amature riders to make many mistakes and still make it through in one piece (more or less).

factory tires and brakes.

I love this bike, just look at, no matter where I go or what I do, people stop and check it out. As far as the performance of the bike is concerned I am extremely satisfied with it with two notable exceptions. First, the factory tires, within the first 2 months of "non-extreme" use the side wall of the front tire gave out and sent my brother flying over the handle bars. Second, the rear brakes, this bike has been in the shop not less than 5 times for the rear brake giving me trouble and it still hasn't been fixed right. The warranty is expired now so I work on the brake when it needs it. Basically what it comes down to is that I need to adjust the rear brake every time I ride. Aledgedly (according to the dealer) my VRX 500 was the first one made that was commercialy availible and as such had a problem with the way the caliper mounted to the swing arm. Supposedly the swing arm was replaced to correct this along with a slew of other adjustments and a new rear caliper. None of which worked, the swing arm if it actually was replaced(which I doubt) made no difference, the brake adjustments only lasted for one ride and the new caliper (which I know for a fact was replaced) had absolutely no impact on my brake problem. In the end, my brakes still drag and there seems to be nothing I can do about it. I don't blame Hayes or Trek for my brake problems, I firmly believe that the dealer is the sole cause of the problem thankfully the management has changed and they are no longer a Trek dealer. Don't let all this complaining fool you though, I really do love this bike and would reccomend to anyone.

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great suspension it is avery plush bike but the front shox got to have more travel

nothing really besides the shox that came with it

it is a great bike, but hey of course it is a great bike you pay for what you get

trek vrx 400,rocky mountain reaper,gt xcr-2000

good looks, great handling, comfortable , i like the equipment.

slow on the climbing, i found a little diference switching from ac to xc but you can´t change it on the run you need to carry your tools,that sucks, flexy rock shok sucks, should bring the darn pump for the price!!!!!!expensive bike!!!!!

i think its a nice bike, but a little useless because it has too much travel and weight for cross country and not enough travel for downhill. but anyway i am getting used to it my advice: test ride it before buying it, because everyone has a different style of riding

super v 700, bianchi kodiak, gt tempest, c-dale f900

Good mix of components, very adjustable suspension, tracks beautifully, hayes brakes are excellent, all in a great looking package.

None really - as a freeride bike.

Great freeride bike. Plush 4 inches of travel, great brakes along with precise tracking. I find it climbs very well if you stay seated and spin. I weighed my bike at 27.5 lbs. which I guess matches the factory claim - might try to lighten it a little in the future but this isn't bad for full suspension and disc brakes. I also like the look of the VRX frame a lot, especially with the the Rolf wheels. Trek has reduced the price of the '99 VRXs, I got a great deal on mine. If you like the '99 models nows the time.

Trek Y22, Mongoose hardtail

great frame geometry, plush suspension on small and big hits, climbs really well specially with stratos helix lockout, superb handling...point and shoot...will stop ona dime with hayes disc brakes...all weather and all terrain...

Good stock Bontrager tires but better with Maxxis MOFO 2.35...

Ecellent...Saved my ass on gnarly terrains !!!

a strong frame, good control n brake easily

the disc brake is not easy to adjust for avoid the g sound. expensive price. the pump for adjust the air cartridge of the front suspension is not supplied. the screw of the break disc is easily get loose; n other screws too.

overall a good bike

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