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First Look: 2023 Yeti SB160
Join us as we take a first look at the new 2023 Yeti SB160! To answer market demand, Yeti has dropped a new long-travel enduro 29er in place of the SB150. With all of the changes Yeti has made with this new bike, including an updated suspension platform, sleek new cable routing, a widely desired threaded bottom bracket, tweaks in geometry, and many more important updates, the SB160 is a worthy new competitor in the enduro category!
2023 SB160 FRAME HIGHLIGHTS
- NEW Switch Infinity assembly on T-Series
- NEW Threaded bottom bracket
- NEW High-clearance downtube
- NEW Dual-density downtube protection
- Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH)
- Secure, fully enclosed internal cable management
- Compatible with long dropper posts
- 100% standard sealed Enduro Max bearings
- Floating collet axle pivot design
- Compact-wishbone shock extender
- Downhill tested
- Yeti/Fox Factory team approved
- Boost spacing
- Sizes S-XXL
SPEC HIGHLIGHTS
- Fox Factory 38 & Fox Float X2 Shock
- Fox Transfer dropper post
- DT Swiss EX Wheels
- 4-piston brakes
- ODI Elite Pro grips
- 220 front and 200 rear rotors for max stopping power
- Maxxis Assegai 2.5 & Minion DHR 2.4 EXO+ casing
- Downhill tested and used by the Yeti Fox Factory team
SB160 TURQ Builds
TURQ Series carbon fiber frame, Switch Infinity suspension technology, threaded bottom bracket, fully enclosed internal cable routing, 148mm x 12mm BOOST dropouts, sealed Enduro Max pivot bearings, integrated derailleur hanger, and axle.
| T1 | T2 | T3 | |
| F O R K | FOX FACTORY 38 GRIP 2/170MM | FOX FACTORY 38 GRIP 2/170MM | FOX FACTORY 38 GRIP 2/170MM |
| S H O C K | FOX FACTORY FLOAT X2 | FOX FACTORY FLOAT X2 | FOX FACTORY FLOAT X2 |
| T I R E ( F ) | MAXXIS ASSEGAI 2.5 EXO+ | MAXXIS ASSEGAI 2.5 EXO+ | MAXXIS ASSEGAI 2.5 EXO+ |
| T I R E ( R ) | MAXXIS MINION DHR II 2.4 EXO+ | MAXXIS MINION DHR II 2.4 EXO+ | MAXXIS MINION DHR II 2.4 EXO+ |
| R O T O R ( F ) | SRAM CENTERLINE 220 | SRAM CENTERLINE 220 | SRAM CENTERLINE 220 |
| R O T O R ( R ) | SRAM CENTERLINE 200 | SRAM CENTERLINE 200 | SRAM CENTERLINE 200 |
| H E A D S E T | CANE CREEK 40 INTEGRATED | CANE CREEK 40 INTEGRATED | CANE CREEK 110 INTEGRATED |
| W H E E L S E T | DT SWISS CUSTOM EX1700 30MM | DT SWISS CUSTOM EX1700 30MM | DT SWISS CUSTOM EX1700 30MM |
| B B | SRAM DUB BSA 73 | SRAM DUB BSA 73 | SRAM DUB BSA 73 |
| G R I P S | ODI ELITE PRO | ODI ELITE PRO | ODI ELITE PRO |
| B A R | YETI CARBON 35X800MM | YETI CARBON 35X800MM | YETI CARBON 35X800MM |
| S T E M | BURGTEC ENDURO MK3 35X50MM | BURGTEC ENDURO MK3 35X50MM | BURGTEC ENDURO MK3 CNC 35X50MM |
| C R A N K | SRAM X1 EAGLE 30T 170MM | SRAM X1 EAGLE 30T 170MM | SRAM X01 EAGLE 30T 170MM |
| B A S H G U A R D | ONEUP BASH GUIDE | ONEUP BASH GUIDE | ONEUP BASH GUIDE |
| S E AT | SILVERADO CUSTOM | SILVERADO CUSTOM | ERGON SM ENDURO SADDLE |
| B R A K E S | SRAM CODE RSC | SRAM CODE RSC | SRAM CODE RSC |
| D E R A I L L E U R | SRAM X01 EAGLE | SRAM XX1 EAGLE AXS | SRAM XX1 EAGLE AXS |
| C A S S E T T E | SRAM GX EAGLE 1275 10-52 | SRAM X01 EAGLE 1295 10-52 | SRAM XX1 EAGLE 1299 10-52 |
| C H A I N | SRAM GX EAGLE | SRAM GX EAGLE | SRAM XX1 EAGLE |
| S H I F T E R | SRAM GX EAGLE | SRAM EAGLE AXS | SRAM EAGLE AXS |
| P O S T * | FOX TRANSFER 31.6MM / SM: 150MM, MD: 175MM, LG-XXL: 200MM |
FOX TRANSFER 31.6MM / SM: 150MM, MD: 175MM, LG-XXL: 200MM |
FOX TRANSFER FACTORY 31.6MM / SM: 150MM, MD: 175MM, LG-XXL: 200MM |
| U P G R A D E S + | DT SWISS EXC 1501 30MM CARBON | DT SWISS EXC 1501 30MM CARBON | DT SWISS EXC 1501 30MM CARBON |
SB160 C/SERIES BUILDS
C/Series carbon fiber frame, Switch Infinity suspension technology, threaded bottom bracket, fully enclosed internal cable routing, 148mm x 12mm BOOST dropouts, sealed Enduro Max pivot bearings, integrated derailleur hanger, and axle.
| C1 | C2 | |
| F O R K | FOX PERFORMANCE 38/170MM | FOX PERFORMANCE 38/170MM |
| S H O C K | FOX PERFORMANCE FLOAT X | FOX PERFORMANCE FLOAT X |
| T I R E ( F ) | MAXXIS ASSEGAI 2.5 EXO+ | MAXXIS ASSEGAI 2.5 EXO+ |
| T I R E ( R ) | MAXXIS MINION DHR II 2.4 EXO+ | MAXXIS MINION DHR II 2.4 EXO+ |
| R O T O R ( F ) | SHIMANO 220 | SRAM CENTERLINE 220 |
| R O T O R ( R ) | SHIMANO 203 | SRAM CENTERLINE 200 |
| H E A D S E T | CANE CREEK 40 INTEGRATED | CANE CREEK 40 INTEGRATED |
| W H E E L S E T | DT SWISS E1900 30MM | DT SWISS E1900 30MM |
| B B | SHIMANO XT BB 73 | SRAM DUB BSA 73 |
| G R I P S | ODI ELITE PRO | ODI ELITE PRO |
| B A R | BURGTEC RIDE WIDE ALLOY ENDURO 35X800MM 35MM RISE |
BURGTEC RIDE WIDE ALLOY ENDURO 35X800MM 35MM RISE |
| S T E M | BURGTEC ENDURO MK3 35X50MM | BURGTEC ENDURO MK3 35X50MM |
| C R A N K | SHIMANO SLX 30T 170MM | SRAM GX EAGLE 30T 170MM |
| B A S H G U A R D | ONEUP BASH GUIDE | ONEUP BASH GUIDE |
| S E AT | SILVERADO CUSTOM | SILVERADO CUSTOM |
| B R A K E S | SHIMANO SLX 4 PISTON | SRAM CODE R |
| D E R A I L L E U R | SHIMANO SLX | SRAM GX EAGLE |
| C A S S E T T E | SHIMANO SLX 10-51 | SRAM GX EAGLE 1275 10-52 |
| C H A I N | SHIMANO SLX | SRAM GX EAGLE |
| S H I F T E R | SHIMANO XT | SRAM GX EAGLE |
| P O S T | ONEUP DROPPER POST 31.6MM / SM: 150MM, MD: 180MM, LG-XXL: 210MM |
ONEUP DROPPER POST 31.6MM / SM: 150MM, MD: 180MM, LG-XXL: 210MM |
| U P G R A D E S + | FACTORY SUSPENSION | FACTORY SUSPENSION |
NEW SCHOOL GEOMETRY, MANIACALLY REFINED.
Industry-leading frame geometry has been revisited with a keen eye on making a more balanced ride. Yeti engineers and designers mined the depths of every millimeter to create a nuanced set of refinements that deliver another leap forward in how well a mountain bike can ride. No hyperbole here: these bikes ride even better than before. More to come on those millimeters.
FIG. 1 - SIZE-SPECIFIC SEAT TUBE ANGLES
Riders of all sizes stay in a powerful pedal position with seat tube angles that increase with frame size. This makes the transition from seated to standing easier, especially for taller riders.
FIG. 2 - A REACH FOR AGILITY
A more neutral position keeps riders weighting both wheels more evenly. This makes the bike more agile and sprightly. New reach numbers also scale with travel of each bike.
FIG. 3 - SIZE-SPECIFIC CHAIN STAYS
Chainstay length increases with frame size, ensuring the rear center of the bike is proportionately correct for riders of all sizes (XS-XXL).
FIG. 4 - BALANCED VERTICAL TRAVEL
Modern head angles are slack, so Yeti runs more front travel than rear travel to balance the bike. This delivers a brilliantly balanced ride.
LEVERAGE RATES REFINED.
With the release of the last generation of Yeti Switch Infinity bikes, Yeti focused on fine-tuning leverage rates. The results are apparent in their award and race-winning bikes. The new line of Yeti Switch Infinity bikes builds on this already successful set of suspension kinematics with subtly refined leverage rates that are adjusted for the added travel of each new bike. The new bikes maintain our balanced approach to leverage rate resulting in an incredibly predictable ride.
BETTER SHOCK TUNING
Yeti Cycles has been tuning its shocks in-house to ensure their kinematics pair seamlessly with their shocks. Using data acquisition and their shock dyno Yeti is able to correlate hours of ride testing, splitting hairs over tenths of millimeters, to deliver the most out of their suspension. Each new bike goes through countless hours of ride and lab testing with multiple, ground-up shock tunes before they settle on the final tune.
THE NEW SILHOUETTE OF SPEED
The refined main frame and swingarm silhouettes are more than just striking good looks — it’s an engineering approach that packages Switch Infinity and shock linkage in a tighter, more efficient package with added impact clearance. Holistic frame chassis stiffness has increased, along with frame ground clearance on all new models.
INCREDIBLE RIDE FEEL FROM THE INSIDE OUT.
Over the course of hundreds of virtual simulation comparisons and back-to-back carbon prototype testing, Yeti refined their carbon layups to deliver consistent torsional stiffness and flex profiles across all frame sizes. The feel is precise yet compliant while structurally balancing light weight and durability.
Switch Infinity Recalculated
Discover the next generation of translating pivot suspension designs. Setting new expectations for kinematics, longevity, sensitivity, and strength. All new T-series builds will be equipped with Yeti's new Switch Infinity system with improved seals, bearings, and hardware.
Speed Metal.
Yeti's new pivot designs use 100% standard-sized cartridge bearings secured with precision—machined floating collet axles. All bearings are pressed into the linkage assembly vs the swingarm or front triangle. Their new floating collet pivot design uses standard-sized cartridge bearings in precision and machined floating collet axles boosting longevity. The end result is perfect alignment and smooth suspension motion every time.
Patented compact wishbone link
A patented, two-piece wishbone shock extender is used on the SB160 ensuring optimal clamping, shock compatibility, and ease of shock removal for longer travel applications. This shock extender was designed to achieve specific goals: optimizing leverage rates while pushing the shock forward in the frame. This forward positioning allows for a large range of shock compatibility, decreases standover height, reduces shock tab sizes, increases water bottle compatibility, and increases downtube clearance.
Frame Protection
The new downtube protection system features two layers that work together. The foundation of the system is a rubber under-guard that provides a cushion against the frame. The external hard cap provides superior impact resistance. The new system brings edge-to-edge protection to the downtube and is easily replaceable. The hard cap is also removable to aid in dropper post cable routing.
Universally Ready
If a hanger bending crash occurs, the new Yeti models use the Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) interface — the industry standard mount for a rear derailleur. The UDH is available in nearly any bike shop, Yeti dealer or not.
Full Drop
As the capability of Yeti bikes continues to increase, so does their ability to run modern-day, full-stroke dropper posts. Our seat tube is shorter to allow for longer dropper posts. Most riders will be able to use 150mm dropper posts on Small frames*, 175mm on Medium frames*and 200mm+ dropper posts on L-XXL frames* respectively.
*Dependent on actual seat height on specific bike size
THREADED CO - MOLDED BOTTOM BRACKET
A threaded aluminum bottom bracket shell with internal ISCG-05 tabs is co-molded into the carbon during layup. No glued-in BB shells here — this critical drivetrain interface is more durable, cleaner, and easier to service.
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