Bikes up to 60% offWe monitor over 40,000 bikes daily to find the best prices
Today’s Deals2022 Whyte
E-180 RS
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro e-bike with ultra high-end components.
Compare the full range
Manufacturer Price
£7,699($10,326)| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 180mm front |
| Fork | Fox Factory Float 38 |
| Shock | Fox Float X2 Factory |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | X01, X01 Eagle |
| Motor | Bosch 250W 85Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Bosch 625Wh |
| Brakes | SRAM Code RSC Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'4" – 5'10"
5'8" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'6"
🐐 Estimated
None yet.
Do you have this bike? Help other riders make a decision about which size will work for them by sharing your own size and fit notes.
Summary
The Whyte e 180 is a high-performance enduro e-bike praised for its monster truck-like suspension and descending prowess. It features a Bosch motor with significant torque and a well-tuned suspension system that excels in rough terrain. However, its weight and limited frame sizes may deter some riders.
Monster truck suspension performance
Bosch motor with high torque and assistance
Well-tuned suspension system
Low centre of gravity enhances handling
High-quality build kit
Heavy weight
Limited frame sizes
Loud on descents
Rudimentary finish
The Whyte E-180 RS v3 is a hard-charging monster truck suited to outright speed on the gnarliest descents.
BikeRadarIt’s not the total weight but its distribution that’s crucial: thanks to the super low placement of the battery, the Whyte’s handling is phenomenal.
E-Mountainbike MagazineThe new Whyte E-180 Works MX is a high-performance electric mountain bike that means business
MBRFeedback?
View all reviews
Sep 2022
Whyte Bikes e-180 Works MX With CX Race Whyte is pleased to introduce its latest gravity race eMTB: the all-new e-180 Works MX. Built around the first ever competition focused eMTB engine, the brand-new Bosch Performance Line CX Race Limited Edition motor, the e-180
Jun 2022 · Alex Evans
Speed-focused ride thanks to supportive, sorted suspension and Goldilocks geometry
Immensely capable on gnarly terrain
Geometry flip chip makes marked difference to its ride
Well-specced
Easy to set up
Muted, soft-feeling ride
Better suited to hard chargers
Weight could be a problem for lighter riders
Sep 2021 · Mick Kirkman
The Whyte E-180 RS V3 is self-shuttling gravity enduro machine with 170mm travel out back, paired with a 180mm fork and the Bosch system.
One of the best long travel e-bikes on the market. Sublime suspension matched with ultimate control.
In some situations, this much suspension, strength and capability requires some serious manhandling. Could be even better with a 29in front wheel.
Dec 2019 · Felix Stix, Robin Schmitt, Jonas Müssig
Every inch of the Whyte E-180 RS V1 is trimmed to the bike's downhill performance. Can you even have fun with such a 180 mm travel beast outside of a bike park?
Mountain bike-like handling
Sensible and robust componentry
It won't hold you back
Rudimentary finish
Only two frame sizes
Loud on the descents
| Frame | 6061 Alloy, Hydro Formed T6 Aluminium, Multi Butted, Custom Drawn, Tapered Headtube, Internal Cable Routing, Shape.it Link and 12mm X 148mm Boost Dropouts |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox Float 38, Factory 27.5", 180mm Travel, 44mm Offset with Grip 2 Damper and custom tune, Tapered Steerer, Kashima Coating, 110mm x 15mm Boost, E-Thru Axle Travel: 180mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float X2, Factory, independently adjustable Compression and Rebound damping, Kashima coating |
| Bottom Bracket | N/A |
| Headset | FSA No. 57E Orbit ZS, 1 1/2" Lower and 1 1/8" Upper Sealed Cartridge Bearings |
| Stem | Race Face Atlas, 35mm Bar Bore, 35mm Extension |
| Handlebar | Race Face Turbine R, 35mm Rise, 35mm Bar Bore, 800mm Wide |
| Saddle | Fizik Terra Aidon, 145mm wide, Wingflex, S-Alloy Mobius rail |
| Seatpost | Crank Bro High-Line 3, 30.9mm, M/L 150mm Travel, XL 170mm Travel, High-Line Ball Socket Remote Lever Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | None |
| Grips | Whyte Lock-on Enduro Grip |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle, 12 Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Race Face Affect E-Bike, 165mm, ISIS with X-SYNC Direct Mount 36T for Bosch Performance Line CX, Black |
| Shifters | SRAM X01-E Eagle, Single Click, MMX, 12 Speed |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1275 Eagle, 10-52, 12 Speed |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle, 12 Speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Code RSC, 4 Piston with Sintered Metal Pads, 220mm Disc Type: SRAM Code RSC Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Code RSC, MMX |
| Rims | DT Swiss Hybrid 30, Sleeved Joint, 28 Hole |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Hybrid triple butted 2.34mm/1.8mm/2.0mm, Black Stainless, DT Pro Lock Squorx Nipples |
| Front Hub | DT Swiss 350, 15mm x 110mm, Centre-Lock, 28 Hole |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss 350 Straightpull with 24T Ratchet System, 12mm x 148mm, 6 Bolt with Magnet carrier, 28 Hole |
| Tires | Maxxis Assigai WT, TR, 27.5" x 2.5" 120TPI, EXO + Sidewall Protection, 3C Maxx Terra, Dual Compound, Folding Bead, Front, Maxxis Assigai WT, TR, 27.5" x 2.5" 120TPI, Double Down Casing, 3C Maxx Terra, Dual Compound, Rear |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line CX (Gen 4). 85 Nm max Torque, 250 W nominal power, 2.79 kg 4 Power settings including progressive eMTB mode which automatically adjusts the support |
|---|---|
| Battery | Bosch 625 Wh internal PowerTube. Reaches full charge in 5 hours with supplied 4A Compact Charger, 80% charge from 0 in 2.5 hours |
| Display | Bosch Purion |
First added February 22
Last updated November 26
Not listed for 1,285 days