Priority Vanth
87/100
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40.5, 41.25, 43 lb
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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Priority Vanth. In summary, this is what cyclists think. Published Jul 27, 2026 by Reda Ashour.
13 reasons to buy
- The Priority Vanth is available in three builds: Performance Elite, Factory, and Podium.
- The Vanth frame accepts long dropper seatposts, has two sets of accessory bosses, and accommodates a coil shock.
- The Pinion C1.9i Smart.Shift gearbox and Gates Carbon belt run silently and require minimal maintenance.
- The Pinion gearbox allows shifting while stationary or under load.
- Reviewers praise the high-pivot suspension for erasing square-edged bumps and minimizing pedal bob and kickback.
- Experts say the high-pivot system effectively isolates braking forces, increasing traction.
- Reviewers appreciate the mullet design, which adds some agility to the rear end.
- Testers feel confident, planted, and stable through downhill chunk.
- The entry-level build’s FOX Performance Elite suspension impresses reviewers with its comfort, tracking, and predictable feedback.
- An expert relishes the progressive, bottomless feel of the suspension system on large impacts and drops.
- Reviewers call the Vanth a "magic carpet ride,” that feels like a downhill bike.
- Testers say the steep seat angle places the rider in a comfortable seated position for climbing.
- The companion app offers a semi-automatic shifting mode.
11 reasons not to buy
- The Priority Vanth is only available in three sizes. Most competitors offer four or five.
- Reviewers say the high weight, mechanical drag, pedal engagement lag, and belt growth make pedaling and technical maneuvering difficult.
- A tester finds the gearbox still insufficient and draggy even after its 600-mile break-in.
- Experts feel the 9-speed gearbox is geared too high, and the jumps between gears are too large.
- The thin EXO casing on the Maxxis tires (bottom two tiers) is insufficent for an enduro MTB.
- Reviewers have to use significant effort to get the bike off the ground.
- At over 40lb, the Vanth is very heavy for an enduro bike.
- Reviewers wish the shifter had a gear indicator and a better charging solution.
- Rear wheel removal is complicated. One tester’s belt breaks mid-ride due to incorrect tensioning after a tire swap.
- Reviewers say the rear hub on the two lower builds is noticeably buzzy.
- The Vanth lacks any geometry adjustments, and chainstay length is the same on all sizes.
Bottom line
The Priority Vanth enduro bike is a unique ride. While reviewers initially find the complex build overwhelming, they appreciate the silent, low-maintenance drivetrain that shifts under any condition. On chunky downhill trails, the Vanth’s composed handling inspires loads of confidence. However, the bike lacks playfulness and is a chore to pedal or maneuver, making the uncommon drivetrain of questionable benefit. Overall, the Vanth offers impressive specifications for the price, but experts recommend it strictly for riders with lift access at the bike park.Expert Reviews
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