YT Industries YT Capra 29 AL 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,499$
Weight | 14.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork RockShox Lyrik
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Groupset SLX, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminum
Suspension Fork
RockShox Lyrik RC, 51mm rake, Boost
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe R, 230mm x 60mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX Shadow Plus
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX, 11-speed
Cassette
e*thirteen TRS+, 9-46 tooth, 11-speed
Crank
Race Face Aeffect SL, 170mm, Boost
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BB92
Chain
Shimano CN-HG601-11
Chain Guide
e*thirteen TRS+
Pedals
None included
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss E1900 Spline, Front: Boost, 15mm x 110mm, Rear: Boost, 12mm x 148mm
Rear Hub
DT Swiss E1900 Spline, Front: Boost, 15mm x 110mm, Rear: Boost, 12mm x 148mm
Rims
DT Swiss E1900 Spline, 28 hole, 25mm width
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHR II, 2.4" WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II, 2.4" WT EXO
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code R with Centerline 200mm rotors
Brake Levers
SRAM Code R
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Aeffect R, 40mm length
Handlebar
Race Face Aeffect R 35, 20mm rise, 780mm width
Grips
ODI Elite Motion V2.1 Lock-on
Headset
Acros AZX-203
Seat
Saddle
SDG Fly MTN Cutout, teal, YT custom
Seatpost
e*thirteen TRS+, 125mm or 150mm drop
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD High | LG High | XL High | XXL High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 348 mm | 348 mm | 348 mm | 348 mm |
| Stack | 624 mm | 630 mm | 639 mm | 643 mm |
| Reach | 448 mm | 468 mm | 488 mm | 508 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 586 mm | 622 mm | 645 mm | 667 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 420 mm | 445 mm | 465 mm | 490 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 438 mm | 438 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1204 mm | 1226 mm | 1255 mm | 1277 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 26 mm | 26 mm | 26 mm | 26 mm |
| Standover Height | 702 mm | 726 mm | 738 mm | 748 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Capra 29 AL is a Yt Capra model. YT launched 84 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
YT Capra 27 AL 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2499$. On the other hand, YT Capra 29 CF Pro Race 2018, is the most expensive and costs 5199$.
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$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2018 for 2499$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 44.02% smaller.
Enduro bikes average weight
Enduro bikes weigh an average of 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
slightly heavier than average, Capra 29 AL has a weight of 14.4 kg (31.75 lbs). To sum up, it’s 0.91% heavier than the average weight of Enduro bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
YT Capra 29 AL 2018 bike is equipped with the RockShox Lyrik fork, and has 160mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is RockShox Super Deluxe R, with a travel distance of 160mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, YT Capra 29 AL 2018, has a 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. YT Capra 29 AL is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
YT Capra 29 AL includes a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!