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ELyte EVO RS
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension enduro e-bike with high-end components.
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£7,250($9,724)| Weight | 46.1 lbs |
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| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 150mm front |
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik Select+ |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe Select+ |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Eagle AXS, S1000 Eagle Transmission |
| Motor | Bosch 750W 100Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Bosch 400Wh |
| Brakes | SRAM Code Bronze Stealth 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 elyte series stands out in the lightweight eMTB category, offering a blend of performance, adjustability, and premium components. Its Bosch Performance Line SX motor and efficient battery system provide excellent range, while the adjustable geometry and suspension setup cater to a variety of riding styles. However, some reviews note limitations in motor performance at low cadences and the stock tyres' performance in wet conditions.
Lightweight design with premium components
Bosch Performance Line SX motor with good battery range
Adjustable geometry for versatile riding
Composed suspension and balanced handling
Thoughtful design details and weatherproofing
Motor performance issues at low cadences
Stock tyres less effective in wet conditions
Higher price point
Noticeable drag above assist limit
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Whyte has taken the lightweight eMTB segment to a whole new level here.ebiketips
The ELyte 150 is simply a flying machine. It was animated when I needed it to be, but it was also composed enough to keep me safe when riding well beyond my limits.
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Nov 2024
Given its overall agility, the reserves and reassuring feeling when pushing the Whyte ELyte EVO Stag Works hard are impressive.
Nov 2024 · Alan Muldoon
Is it groundhog day? It sure feels that way to me. Because exactly one year and three days ago, I was typing up a review on the (then) new Whyte E-Lyte 150 Works. Whyte’s first foray into the weird and wonderful world of SL e-bikes. Now, Whyte is launching the Evo version. To read our news story on the new Whyte ELyte 150 Evo Stag Works click here. – Short of time? Click here to skip to the verdict – So what’s evolved? Well, Whyte has dropped the hyphen and 150 from the name, so the new model is called the ELyte Evo. The important difference though, is that the new Evo version gets the brand new Bosch CX motor with 85Nm torque and zero rattle when coasting, rather than the 55Nm Bosch SX motor on the standard ELyte 150. There are two models in the ELyte Evo range – the flagship Stag Works build that I’m testing here at £9,999, and the ELyte Evo RS for £7,250. And both come with the 250Wh Bosch Powermore range extender included in the price. Frame and Geometry So what else has changed? To be frank, not a lot. Sure, the new Evo rolls on an MX wheel format, rather than being a full 29er, but the carbon frame is identical in every way to the winning Whyte ELyte from our bumper SL E-bike of the Year test. So we already know that the geometry, suspension and handling are all best-in-class. The Evo version just has more low-end grunt and finesse to the power delivery, and you no longer have to spin like a maniac to get that 600 watts peak power. And I’m kinda kicking myself here. Because as a tech geek, I should have seen this coming from a mile away. Whyte’s custom housing that shrouds the Bosch SX motor on the standard ELyte was there to mask the fact that the frame was always designed with this upgrade in mind. So does that mean the standard ELyte is dead? No. Well, not yet anyway, as Whyte plans to run both platforms in tandem. It also means that you could potentially upgrade the existing Whyte ELyte from the SX motor to the CX. Whyte ELyte Evo Stag Works Need to know Two Evo models: Stag Works £9,999, RS £7,250 Same enduro-rated full-carbon ELyte frame Evo version gets new Bosch CX motor with 85Nm torque Peak power is still 600 watts Integrated 400Wh Bosch battery + 250Wh Powermore range extender included Fox Factory suspension on Stag Works Frame travel is 142mm, the fork gets 150mm High/Low geometry flip chip New 2.5in Maxxis Minion DHR II rear tyre Fidlock water bottle compatible (as well as range extender) SRAM X0 AXS T-type transmission Adjustable drop seat post 29er compatible with aftermarket Shape.it Link Weight 22.34kg (49.25lb) Sizes S to XL Motor and battery So with the extra torque, do you get more battery capacity? In short, no. The ELyte Evo gets the exact same …Continue reading »
• Great suspension and handling
• Bosch CX motor is a big step up
• Maxxis Minion DHR II rear tyre
• Hope brakes and hubs are first rate
• Super silent ride
• Solid feel, without being too stiff
• Only 4 frame sizes
• Fox 36 Grip X2 fork is over-damped
• It's the same weight as a full-fat e-bike
Oct 2024
Verdict: An incredible e-bike from Whyte, with careful attention paid to all aspects of design
Lightweight at around 17kg
Bosch Performance Line SX mid-drive motor with 55Nm of torque and 600W peak power
Excellent battery range with combined 650Wh
Adjustable geometry with Whyte’s Shape.it Link V2
Premium components including Fox Factory suspension and SRAM AXS T-Type gearing
Good weatherproofing and thoughtful design details
Fidlock mount for water bottle even on small size
Tyres (Goodyear Escapes) less confidence-inspiring in wet conditions
Higher price point at £10,999
May 2024 · Alex Evans
Whyte’s lightweight ebike tames trails with its incredibly balanced ride
Balanced geometry both up and downhill
Composed suspension
Excellent spec
Relatively light
Good battery life
Adjustable geometry
Motor cadence sweet spot
36t chainring
Weedy stock rear tyre
Mar 2024 · Seb Stott
The Elyte uses Bosch's new SX motor, which has 600 Watts of peak power.
Confident yet agile handling especially on steep and tight descents
Impressive suspension performance
Bosch SX motor gives powerful support and range with the included extender
Fits a water bottle and a range extender
Not the best for steep and technical climbs
Stock cockpit is too low for the XL size
It's ten grand
| Frame | Uni-directional carbon mainframe and seatstays, tapered head tube, ISCG 2 guide mounts, internal cable routing, Shape.it Link V2 and 12mm x 148mm Boost dropouts |
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| Fork | RockShox Lyrik Select+, 150mm travel, DebonAir+, Charger 3.1 Damper, Fast Black coating, tapered steerer, 110 x 15mm Boost Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe Select + RT, DebonAir, Fast Black coating, adjustable rebound and two position compression adjustment, custom tuned for Whyte |
| Bottom Bracket | N/A |
| Headset | FSA No. 69/56/SRS, 1-1/8in upper and 1.5in lower with sealed angular contact bearing (ACB) cartridge bearings, with side entry internal routing |
| Stem | Whyte Trail full CNC, 32mm extension, 35mm bar bore |
| Handlebar | Whyte Custom 6061 alloy, 30mm rise, 35mm bar bore, 800mm wide |
| Saddle | Whyte custom |
| Seatpost | TranzX +RAD 30.9mm, Adjustable, 125 drop (S), 150 drop (M), 170mm drop (L), 200mm drop (XL) Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Fibre reinforced composite platform |
| Grips | Whyte Enduro lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM S1000 T-Type AXS, 12 speed |
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| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Whyte 155mm ISIS arms, SRAM Direct Mount 36T chainring, T-Type |
| Shifters | SRAM AXS Pod, right, MMX, 12 speed |
| Cassette | SRAM XS 1270, T-Type, 10-52T, 12 speed |
| Chain | SRAM GX T-Type, 12 speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, four piston hydraulic, 200mm diameter disc rotor Type: SRAM Code Bronze Stealth Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Code Bronze Stealth |
| Rims | WTB ST Tough, 30mm internal width |
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| Spokes | DT Swiss Elemental |
| Front Hub | Alloy, double sealed cartridge bearings, 15mm x 110mm Boost spacing, 28 hole |
| Rear Hub | Alloy, light assist e-bike specific, double sealed cartridge bearings, 12mm x 148mm Boost spacing, 32 hole |
| Tires | Maxxis Minion DHF, EXO TR MaxxGrip 29in x 2.5in front; Maxxis Dissector, EXO+ TR MaxxTerra 29in x 2.4in, rear |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line CX (Smart System) Drive Unit, ready for the latest free software upgrade to unlock 100Nm torque + 750W peak power + the all-new E-MTB+ mode. Features four power mode settings including Tour+ and eMTB+. |
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| Battery | Bosch Compact PowerTube 400Wh, integrated within the downtube as the lowest point for stability and control. |
| Display | Bosch System controller mounted in the top tube, paired with discrete bar-mounted Mini Remote. Also connects to the Bosch eBike Flow smartphone app to give you even more insight and control at your fingertips. |
| Charger | 4A Compact Charger (230V). Charges to 50% in 1.5hrs, and to 100% in 3.5hrs. |
First added November 25
Last updated June 4