SB165 T2
A 29″ / 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with ultra high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
$7,900Frame | Carbon |
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Suspension | Full, 165 / 170mm |
Fork | Fox Factory Float 38 |
Shock | Fox DHX2 Factory |
Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
Groupset | X01 Eagle, X1 |
Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
Seatpost | Dropper |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Jul 2024 · Mick Kirkman
Arguably the most boutique of boutique brands, there can’t be many of us who haven’t fanaticised about owning a Yeti at some point or other. The brand’s been doing things its own way in turquoise and making stunning bikes for decades; most recently using its signature Switch Infinity suspension on SB-labelled trail and enduro bikes of which this SB165 has the longest travel. Yeti SB165 need to know 165mm rear travel and a Fox coil shock make this the most DH-orientated bike in Yeti’s retail line up Full carbon Turq-series frame uses the brand’s best fibres and construction methods to save weight and build-in double crown fork compatibility Switch Infinity suspension has the most progressive leverage rate of any SB Yeti, with 22% average progressivity Latest model ditches dual 27.5in wheels in favour of an MX 29/27.5in set-up Kit list blends SRAM electronic T-Type drivetrain and brakes with Fox Factory suspension, dropper and some Yeti own brand parts Four frame sizes up to 505mm reach with chainstays growing from 433mm to 439mm depending on the size Since the rise of enduro, Yeti’s specialist machines have been the SB66 followed by the SB150 (that morphed into the Yeti SB160 we tested here) and, more recently, this SB165 that leans more towards freeride and DH playtime than the purer race pedigree of the other bikes. Which begs the question, can the SB165 follow its more illustrious stablemate – the SB160 – on to our rundown of the best enduro bikes on the market? I’ve always thought of the brand as pretty cutting-edge and up on all the latest trends, but what’s interesting is this latest SB165 is actually the first MX (mixed wheel) size bike Yeti has ever offered. Previous generation SB165s came with a 180mm fork and dual 27.5in wheels, which likely explained why it didn’t really make much of an impact on a public already sold on bigger wheels. Although it took plenty of impacts caused by some of its riders bolting on twin crown DH forks and chucking it off cliffs at Rampage. Yeti’s latest 165 incarnation comes with a shorter 170mm travel fork (now it has a bigger 29in front wheel), and a coil shock out back; in this case a Fox DHX2 with a DH-length stroke and 4-way adjustability. Four models are offered laid up in two tiers of carbon fibre frame with prices ranging from £6k to £9.5k. Our top-end Turq-series test bike here has all the drool factor you’d expect, as well as all the latest incremental frame updates carried over from the shorter travel SB bikes. Higher grade carbon fibre saves weight (around 225g) from the frame, as well as your wallet – this T3 model using SRAM’s latest T-Type electronic gears is the best part of ten grand. The beautiful SB165 frame comes in black, and there’s also another colour option called Spruce (a kind of metallic teal), but it’s a bit surprising to not see Yeti’s iconic turquoise colourway among the options. …Continue reading »
• Sublime rear suspension with the prefect amount of float/tracking vs support/progression
• Very easy to set up (much easier than SB150/160)
• Pedals and climbs OK for such a plush descender
• Looks amazing
• Not a single rattle, bolt loosen or hiccup after around 40,000m of descending
• The price and the fact I can’t just keep it forever
• Thin/harder compound tyre specification is silly with this much capability
• I swapped the 220mm front rotor to the back for extra stopping power
May 2024 · Scotty Prendergast
Hailing from a long-esteemed career in all facets of MTB culture from DH, Enduro, Freeride, XC etc Yeti Cycles have always been at the forefront of creating bikes with a unique style and attention to detail. As far as bucket list bikes on the market, the word ‘Yeti’ would always be in the conversation and that is just a fact. A few years back we saw Yeti release a very freeride orientated whip being their SB165 which boasted a 165mm […]
Apr 2024 · Jeremy Benson
We take a look at the new 2024 Yeti SB165 and give our first ride impressions.
Apr 2024 · Peter Walker
We tested the new 2024 Yeti SB165. Freeride, enduro or mini downhill bike?
High-quality craftsmanship and well-thought-out detail solutions
Awesome suspension with plenty of reserves
Inspires tons of confidence
Mini DH-vibes
Set spring rate for each frame size might require you to buy another spring
Tires don’t do justice to the bike’s character and intended use
NOT available in turquoise…
Apr 2024 · Mike Kazimer
Back in 2020 we called it the 'pedalable park bike,' and I'd say that moniker still rings true, although the shorter fork and 29” wheel does bring it closer to the enduro category; there's a little more speed available than the previous version, and the larger front wheel also helps improve its climbing abilities..
Jun 2021 · Alex Evans
One of the best riding bikes out there, just make sure you stick to a rigorous maintenance schedule to avoid irreversible damage
A genuinely fast, forgiving and fun bike to ride
Internal cable routing, even with cable guides, is a hassle
I experienced linkage and bearing wear much sooner than I was expecting
Frame | TURQ Series carbon fiber frame, Switch Infinity suspension technology, internally tunneled cable routing, 148mm x 12mm BOOST dropouts, sealed enduro max pivot bearings, universal derailleur hanger (UDH) and axle. BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Hanger Standard: UDH Colors: Raw Gloss; Spruce Gloss |
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Fork | FOX FACTORY 38 GRIP 2/170MM Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
Shock | FOX FACTORY DHX2 2 POS LEVER / SM: 400#, MD: 450#, LG: 500#, XL: 550# Travel: 165mm Spring Type: Coil |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB BSA 73 |
Headset | CANE CREEK 40 INTEGRATED |
Stem | BURGTEC ENDURO MK3 35X50MM |
Handlebar | YETI CARBON 35X800MM |
Saddle | SILVERADO CUSTOM |
Seatpost | FOX TRANSFER 31.6MM / SM: 150MM, MD: 175MM, LG-XL: 200MM Type: Dropper |
Grips | ODI ELITE PRO |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 EAGLE |
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Crank | SRAM X1 EAGLE CARBON 30T 170MM |
Shifters | SRAM X01 EAGLE |
Cassette | SRAM X01 EAGLE 1295 10-52 |
Chain | SRAM GX EAGLE |
Brakes | SRAM CODE RSC Type: Hydraulic Disc |
Rims | DT SWISS CUSTOM EX1700 30MM |
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Tires | Front: MAXXIS ASSEGAI 2.5 EXO+, Rear: MAXXIS MINION DHR II 2.4 DD |
Disc Rotors | SRAM CENTERLINE 200/SRAM CENTERLINE 200 |
Last updated July 20