Whyte E-Lyte 140 Works XC 2024
2024 E-bike
Estimate price |
14,902$
Weight | 16.4 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 34
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Groupset XX SL Eagle Transmission, X01 Eagle AXS -
Suspension Full -
Motor mid-drive -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 Electronic -
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
Uni-directional carbon mainframe and seatstays, tapered head tube, ISCG 2 guide mounts, internal cable routing, Shape.it Link V2 and 12mm x 148mm Boost dropouts
Suspension Fork
Fox Float 34 Factory 29in, 140mm travel, 44mm offset, FIT4 damper, tapered steerer, 110mm x 15mm Boost Kabolt axle
Rear Shock
Fox Float Factory, Evol LV, adjustable rebound and two position compression adjustment
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX SL T-Type AXS, 12 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM AXS Pod, right, MMX, 12 speed
Cassette
SRAM XS 1297, T-Type, 10-52T, 12 speed
Crank
SRAM XX Isis Carbon, 165mm arms, XX Gen4 Direct Mount 32T chainring, T-Type Light eMTB
Bottom Bracket
N/A
Chain
SRAM XX T-Type, 12 speed
Pedals
Fibre reinforced composite platform
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss 240, straight pull, six bolt, 15mm x 110mm Boost spacing
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 240, e-bike specific, double sealed cartridge bearings, straight pull, 12mm x 148mm Boost spacing, six bolt, XD driver
Rims
DT Swiss XRC 1501 Spline
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition spokes straight pull (SP)
Tires
Good Year Escape tubeless ready tan wall 29in x 2.4in, 800g front and rear
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level Ultimate Stealth, four piston hydraulic, 180mm diameter disc rotor
Brake Levers
SRAM Level Ultimate Stealth
Cockpit
Stem
Whyte Trail full CNC, 40mm extension, 35mm bar bore
Handlebar
Race Face NEXT R Carbon, 20mm rise, 35mm bar bore, 800mm wide
Grips
Whyte Enduro lock-on
Headset
FSA No. 69/56/SRS, 1-1/8in upper and 1.5in lower with sealed angular contact bearing (ACB) catridge bearings, with side entry internal routing
Seat
Saddle
Terra Aidon X1, 145mm, fibre reinforced nylon with Wingflex, Carbon 7x7mm rail
Seatpost
KS Lev Ci, 30.9mm, 175mm drop, with Southpaw remote lever
Motor & Battery
Motor
DT Swiss 240, e-bike specific, double sealed cartridge bearings, straight pull, 12mm x 148mm Boost spacing, six bolt, XD driver
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.431 mm | 1.379 mm | 1.333 mm | 1.289 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 347.8 mm | 347.8 mm | 347.8 mm | 347.8 mm |
| Front Center | 759 mm | 789 mm | 820 mm | 850 mm |
| Rake | 48 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm |
| Trail | 117 mm | 116 mm | 116 mm | 116 mm |
| Stack | 622.7 mm | 634.5 mm | 646.3 mm | 657.2 mm |
| Reach | 435 mm | 460 mm | 485 mm | 510 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.9 ° | 77.7 ° | 77.5 ° | 77.3 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 395 mm | 420 mm | 445 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.6 ° | 65.6 ° | 65.6 ° | 65.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 114 mm | 127 mm | 140 mm | 152 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1207 mm | 1238 mm | 1268 mm | 1298 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm |
| Standover Height | 739 mm | 739 mm | 739 mm | 739 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
E-Lyte 140 Works XC completes the Whyte E E Lyte model. Whyte released 3 e-bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Whyte E E Lyte e-bikes models from 2024, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Whyte E-Lyte 150 RSX 2024 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 9742$. On the other hand, Whyte E-Lyte 140 Works XC 2024, is the most expensive and costs 13395$.
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.
Trail e-bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail e-bike you should know that the average price is 3365$. However, even though the average price of a Trail e-bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality e-bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal e-bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Whyte released this model in 2024, its price was 13395$. If we compare this with the average Trail e-bike cost we notice that the price is 298.07% higher.
Average weight for Trail e-bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail e-bike, we get 23.7 kg (52.25 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.
Weighing 16.4 kg (36.16 lbs), the E-Lyte 140 Works XC model is much lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 44.51% lighter than the average weight of Trail e-bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The E-Lyte 140 Works XC comes factory-installed with the Fox Factory Float 34 fork. This has a travel range of 140mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
The E-Lyte 140 Works XC 2024 e-bike is equipped with 29″ carbon wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the e-bike itself.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Whyte E-Lyte 140 Works XC has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This e-bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Whyte E-Lyte 140 Works XC includes 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.