Whyte G-170 S v2 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,344$
Weight | 14.7 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 180mm -
Fork RockShox Lyrik Select
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Groupset SX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 Alloy, SCR Aluminium Front Triangle with Tapered Head Tube and Intergrip Seat Clamp System, 2 hole ISCG Mount, Alloy Symmetrical SCR Rear Triangle, 148mm Boost Dropouts
Suspension Fork
RockShox Lyrik Select RC 27.5", 180mm Travel, 37mm Offset, DebonAir, Charger RC Damper, Fast Black Coating, Tapered Steerer, 110mm x 15mm Boost, Maxle Ultimate
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select + RT, DebonAir, Fast Black Coating, Adjustable Rebound, 2 position compression adjustment
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle, 12 Speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle, MMX, 12 Speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230 Eagle, 11-50, 12 Speed
Crank
SRAM Descendant 6K Eagle, X-SYNC 2, Direct Mount 30T, DUB, 170mm, Boost, 12 Speed
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, BSA, 73mm
Chain
SRAM Eagle, 12 Speed
Pedals
None
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, Double Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 15mm x 110mm Boost Through Axle, 31mm Torque Caps, 32 Hole
Rear Hub
Alloy, Double Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 12mm x 148mm Boost Through Axle, 32 Hole
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 System, Pinned Joint, Tubeless Ready, 32 Hole
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion 2.0mm, Black Stainless, Brass Nipples
Tires
WTB Vigilante TCS System 27.5" X 2.5" Light/High Grip, Tri-Tec triple compound, Slash Guard sidewall protection, Front, WTB Trail Boss G2 TCS System 27.5" X 2.4" Tough/Fast Rolling, Tri-Tec triple compound, Enduro Casing, Rear
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide RE, 4 Pot with Sintered Metal Pads, 200mm Rotor
Brake Levers
SRAM Guide RE, MMX
Cockpit
Stem
Whyte Enduro Stem, 35mm Bar Bore, 35mm Extension
Handlebar
Whyte Custom 6061 Alloy, 30mm Rise, 35mm Bar Bore, 780mm Wide
Grips
Whyte Lock-on V Grip
Headset
FSA No. 57E Orbit ZS, 1 1/2" Lower and 1 1/8" Upper Sealed Cartridge Bearings
Seat
Saddle
Whyte Custom, Dual Density, Triple Panel Design
Seatpost
Whyte drop.it II Post, 30.9mm, S 125mm Travel, M/L/XL 150mm Travel, Paddle Remote Lever
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm |
| Stack | 629.4 mm | 638.4 mm | 647.4 mm | 652.4 mm |
| Reach | 442.4 mm | 458.4 mm | 479.4 mm | 502.4 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 589.4 mm | 609.4 mm | 634.4 mm | 658.4 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 406.4 mm | 431.8 mm | 457.2 mm | 482.6 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1206 mm | 1227 mm | 1251 mm | 1281 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Standover Height | 846 mm | 850 mm | 875 mm | 881 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
G-170 S v2 completes the Whyte G 170 model. Whyte released 6 bikes variations of this model so far.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Enduro bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Enduro bike that is reliable is 3599$. However, you could also get a good Enduro bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 3040$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that G-170 S v2 price is 18.39% smaller than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Enduro bikes average weight
The average weight for Enduro bikes is 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Whyte G-170 S v2 it’s weighing 14.7 kg (32.41 lbs). At this weight, is slightly heavier than average. In other words, this model is 3.01% heavier than the average Enduro bike.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Lyrik Select fork installed. The fork’s travel is 180mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the G-170 S v2 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The G-170 S v2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
The Whyte model is also equipped with a dropper post. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.