YT Industries YT PLAY CF 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,699$
Weight | 10.7 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork RockShox Pike DJ
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Groupset e*thirteen LG1 Race -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
PLAY CARBON 26" high modular carbon fiber frame | single pivot | concentric BB | down tube / seat stay / chain stay protection
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox PIKE DJ 26" | 15x100mm
Rear Shock
Rock Shox Monarch RT3 200X57mm, Manual
Drivetrain
Cassette
MR Control Singlespeed 14t
Crank
e*thirteen LG1r Carbon 165mm | 34T, Manual
Bottom Bracket
e*thirteen BB Threaded
Chain
SRAM PC1051
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss 533D 26"
Tires
MAXXIS Ikon 26" x 2,2" | Dual | Wire bead
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM LEVEL TL 2-piston caliper | Tooled reach adjust | DirectLink™ | Expandable Bladder | Timing Port Closure | DOT 5.1
Cockpit
Stem
RaceFace AEFFECT R35 50mm
Handlebar
Race Face TURBINE R 35 35mm Rise | 800mm Width, Manual
Grips
KORE MX Grip Black
Headset
Acros AiX-326 High Cap
Seat
Saddle
SDG Apollo I-Beam
Seatpost
SDG I-Beam 30,9mm, 300mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | One Size |
|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.33 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 316 mm |
| Front Center | 672 mm |
| Rake | 40 mm |
| Trail | 82 mm |
| Stack | 562 mm |
| Reach | 422 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 521 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 80 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 340 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 107 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 376 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1046 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 29 mm |
| Standover Height | 626 mm |
| Wheels | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 120 cm |
About this model
PLAY CF is part of the Yt Play model. There are 2 bikes that carry this model name.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Dirt Jump bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Dirt Jump bike that is reliable is 863$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Dirt Jump bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2018 for 2699$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that PLAY CF price is 212.75% more expensive than the average cost of a Dirt Jump bike.
Average weight for Dirt Jump bikes
The average weight for Dirt Jump bikes is 12.37 kg (27.27 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
With a weight of 10.7 kg (23.59 lbs), YT bike is much lighter than average. In short, the average Dirt Jump bike weight is 15.61% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
YT PLAY CF 2018 bike is equipped with the RockShox Pike DJ fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Rock Shox Monarch RT3 200X57mm rear shock model, which has a travel of 100mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, YT PLAY CF 2018, has a 26″ aluminum model. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The PLAY CF comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.