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T-130 SR
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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| Weight | 31.5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 130mm |
| Fork | Fox Rhythm Float 34 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | SLX |
| Brakes | TRP Slate T4 Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'1" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'5"
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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.
Dec 2018 · Guy Kesteven
Heavy, with limp brakes, but brilliant handling and sorted suspension give it the aggro win. Buy if you don't want to go direct but still want a bargain
Outstanding flat-out handling and frame stiffness
Excellent ready-to-ride suspension balance
Local bike shop sales, set-up and servicing gains
Great value compared to other shop-sold bikes
High overall and wheel weight
TRP brakes lack power and consistent control
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 2018 · Christoph Bayer
Since we reviewed the Whyte T-130 S in Scotland eight months ago, nothing has changed apart from Whyte Bikes’ step to finally open up their distribution in Germany. Reason enough to include the T-130 S in this group test.
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.
| Frame | Aluminum BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX Rhythm 34, grip sweep-adjust 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 (XS/S), 50mm length (M/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 | Whyte drop.it, 125mm travel (XS/S), 150mm travel (M/L/XL), Paddle remote Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Grips | Whyte lock-on V |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX M7000, Shadow Plus, direct mount, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Race Face Ride, Boost |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX M7000, I-Spec B, 11-speed, black |
| Cassette | Sunrace CSMX8, 11-46 tooth, 11-speed |
| Chain | Shimano HG601, 11-speed |
| Chain Guide | N/A |
| Brakes | Front: TRP Slate T4, 4-position, 160mm Rotor (180mm on M/L/XL), Rear: TRP Slate T2, 2-piston, 160mm Rotor (180mm on L/XL) Type: TRP Slate T4 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | TRP Slate, I-Spec B |
| Rims | WTB STp i29, TCS System, 32 hole, 29mm internal width |
|---|---|
| Spokes | WTB 2.0mm, black Sandvik stainless steel, brass nipples |
| Front Hub | Alloy, double sealed cartridge bearing, 32 hole, 110x15mm Boost front, 148x12mm Boost rear |
| Rear Hub | Alloy, double sealed cartridge bearing, 32 hole, 110x15mm Boost front, 148x12mm Boost rear |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis High Roller II TR, 60tpi, 3C (Maxx Terra), EXO sidewall protection, 27.5" x 2.3", Rear: Maxxis Crossmark II TR, EXO sidewall protection, 27.5" x 2.25" |
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