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T-130 RS
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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| Weight | 30.9 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 130mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Elite Float 34 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | XT |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Whyte T-130 is a trail bike that excels in handling and suspension performance, offering a confident and playful ride. While it boasts cutting-edge handling and a well-tuned suspension system, it is often criticized for its weight and brake performance. The bike's design and components receive praise for their style and precision, though some note the firm rear end and climbing efficiency as drawbacks.
Outstanding flat-out handling and frame stiffness
Excellent ready-to-ride suspension balance
Cutting-edge handling
Sorted suspension
Stylish in every detail
Direct, playful handling
Precise handling
High overall and wheel weight
TRP brakes lack power and consistent control
SRAM Level TL brakes lack power and reliability
Sluggish climber
Firm rear end isn’t very comfortable
Heavy, with limp brakes, but brilliant handling and sorted suspension give it the aggro win
BikeRadarThe Whyte T-130 S is stylish in every detail, right down to color-coordinated components.
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineThe Whyte blasts through corners thanks to its short chainstays and loves to zig-zag its way playfully down the trail.
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Apr 2019 · Alan Muldoon
It's easy to quickly glance at the 2019 Whyte T-130 S and assume it’s the same as last year’s bike, albeit with fatter 2.6in tyres and a 140mm travel fork.
Aug 2018 · Aiden
Established in 1999, Whyte has continually pushed the innovation of mountain bikes, starting with its radically designed PRST-1, which helped put the
May 2017 · Wil Barrett
What has Wil made of the Whyte T-130 S longterm test bike so far? Read his glowing review here
Apr 2017 · Sean White
Mid travel with 27.5" wheels and sublime geometry and sizing adds up to making the T-130 a real gem.
Apr 2016 · Guy Kesteven
Whyte’s new T-130s all deliver a tight, highly controlled ride, top kit and killer geometry packages and the RS is a real ripper. Buy if you want a sharp, shorter-travel, full-bore trail blaster that oozes confidence wherever you take it
Tweaked, stretched geo, ground-hugging traction, infectiously rowdy descending prowess and impressive on the climbs too
Still a morsel of rear-end flex, suspension can occasionally be caught out by big hits
Feb 2016 · Trev Worsey
We've reviewed the Whyte T-130 C RS to find out if it's the ultimate 130mm trail bike for everyday riding. Read our full review to hear our verdict.
| Frame | Aluminum BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX Float Performance Elite 34, 3-position FIT4 damper, tapered steerer, black coating, 110x15mm Boost E-thru axle Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX Float DPS Performance, black coating, rebound adjustment, 3-positions adjust, EVOL Travel: 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Race Face BSA, 73mm |
| Headset | FSA No. 57E Orbit ZS, 1.5" cartridge sealed lower bearing, 1.125" upper bearing |
| Stem | Whyte Gravity, 40mm length (S/M), 50mm length (L/XL) |
| Handlebar | Whyte Custom alloy 6061, low rise, 760mm width (30mm rise and 780mm width on XL) |
| Saddle | Whyte Custom dual density, triple panel design |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb Stealth, 125mm travel (XS/S), 150mm travel (M/L), 170mm travel (XL) Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Grips | Whyte lock-on V |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8000, Shadow Plus, direct mount, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A (1x-specific) |
| Crank | Race Face Turbine Cinch, 30mm alloy Boost axle |
| Shifters | Shimano XT M8000, I-spec II, 11-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8000, 11-46 tooth, 11-speed |
| Chain | Shimano HG601, 11-speed |
| Chain Guide | N/A |
| Brakes | Shimano XT M8000, 180mm front rotor, 160mm rear rotor (200mm front and 180mm rear on XL) Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano XT M8000, I-spec II |
| Rims | WTB STp i29, TCS System, sleeved joint, 32 hole, 29mm internal width |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Champion 2.0mm, brass nipples |
| Front Hub | Front: alloy, double sealed cartridge bearing, 32 hole, 110x15mm Boost, Rear: Hope Pro 4, stainless steel bearings, 11-speed Shimano freehub, 32 hole, 148x12mm Boost |
| Rear Hub | Front: alloy, double sealed cartridge bearing, 32 hole, 110x15mm Boost, Rear: Hope Pro 4, stainless steel bearings, 11-speed Shimano freehub, 32 hole, 148x12mm Boost |
| Tires | Front: WTB Vigilante, TCS System, Light High Grip, 60tpi, folding, 27.5" x 2.3", Rear: WTB Trail Boss, TCS System, Light Fast Rolling, 60tpi, folding, 27.5" x 2.4" |
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