Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Fork RockShox ZEB
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Groupset GX Eagle, EX1 -
Suspension Full -
Motor Bosch 250W 85Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch 625 Wh internal PowerTube. Reaches full charge in 5 hours with supplied 4A Compact Charger, 80% charge from 0 in 2.5 hours -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 Alloy, Hydro Formed T6 Aluminium, Multi Butted, Custom Drawn, Tapered Headtube, Internal Cable Routing for Dropper Post and 12mm X 148mm Boost Dropouts
Suspension Fork
RockShox ZEB 27.5", 160mm Travel, 44mm Offset, DebonAir, Charger R 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 GX Eagle, 12 Speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM GX-E, Single Click, MMX, 12 Speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1210 Eagle, 11-50, 12 Speed
Crank
SRAM EX1, 165mm, ISIS with X-SYNC 2, Direct Mount 34T for Bosch Gen 4, Black
Bottom Bracket
N/A
Chain
SRAM GX 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, e-bike specific, Double Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 12mm x 148mm Boost Through Axle, 32 Hole
Rims
WTB HTZ i30 TCS 2.0 System, Asymmetric, Sleeved Joint, Super Tough Construction, Tubeless Ready, 32 Hole
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion 2.0mm, Black Stainless, Brass Nipples
Tires
WTB Verdict TCS System 27.5" X 2.5" Light/High Grip, Tri-Tec triple compound High Grip, Lightweight Casing with Slash Guard, Front, WTB Verdict TCS System 27.5" X 2.5" Tough/High Grip, Tri-Tec triple compound, Fast Rolling, Enduro Casing, Rear
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide RE, 4 Piston with Sintered Metal Pads, 220mm Disc
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, Triple Panel Design
Seatpost
Whyte drop.it Adjust, 30.9mm, XS/S 120-150mm Travel, M/L 140-170mm Travel, XL 170-200mm Travel, Paddle Remote Lever
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance Line CX (Gen 4). 85 Nm max Torque, 250 W nominal power, 2.79 kg 4 Power settings including progressive eMTB mode which automatically adjusts the support
Battery
Bosch 625 Wh internal PowerTube. Reaches full charge in 5 hours with supplied 4A Compact Charger, 80% charge from 0 in 2.5 hours
Remote
Bosch Purion
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm |
| Stack | 600.4 mm | 609.6 mm | 622.3 mm | 633.2 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 412.3 mm | 432.3 mm | 457.3 mm | 482.3 mm | 507.3 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 560 mm | 581.5 mm | 611.4 mm | 640.6 mm | 670.1 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.4 ° | 75.2 ° | 75 ° | 74.8 ° | 74.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 368.3 mm | 406.4 mm | 431.8 mm | 457.2 mm | 482.6 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 112 mm | 116 mm | 130 mm | 142 mm | 155 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1188 mm | 1199 mm | 1230 mm | 1260 mm | 1291 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Standover Height | 794 mm | 809 mm | 824 mm | 824 mm | 826 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
E-160 S v1 is part of the Whyte E E 160 model. Whyte released 14 e-bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Whyte E-160 S YOUTH v1 2021 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 6325$. Whyte E-160 RS v1 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 7116$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Enduro e-bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 4785$. However, you could also get a good Enduro e-bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 6325$. Comparing this to the average Enduro e-bike price, we see that the price is 32.18% higher.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork
The E-160 S v1 comes factory-installed with the RockShox ZEB fork. This has a travel range of 160mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Whyte E-160 S v1 2021, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
Whyte E-160 S v1 comes with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.