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Capra 27 AL Comp
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$2,999| Weight | 30.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 170 / 170mm |
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | SLX |
| Brakes | SRAM Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Summary
The YT Industries Capra is a highly versatile enduro bike that excels in downhill performance while maintaining respectable climbing capabilities. Its geometry and suspension setup are praised for being well-balanced and confidence-inspiring in rough terrain. The bike offers great value for money, with high-quality components and a full carbon frame in many builds. However, some reviews note issues with suspension tuning and pedal strikes, as well as the lack of water bottle mounts.
Versatile performance suitable for both downhill and climbing
High-quality components and full carbon frame in many builds
Well-balanced geometry and confidence-inspiring handling
Great value for money compared to competitors
Suspension tuning may require adjustments for optimal performance
Frequent pedal strikes due to low bottom bracket
Lack of water bottle mounts on the frame
The Capra is a bike of significance.
MTBRFor the money, the YT Capra is unbeatable.
NSMBYT has ticked every box and delivered a perfectly evolved machine.
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Nov 2019
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Sep 2019 · Mick Kirkman
This YT Capra 27 CF Pro version is entirely carbon (there’s no alloy rockers or chainstays as before) to save grams and refine the look.
Low slung chassis with excellent suspension and parts
Not perfect out of the box
Jul 2019 · Christoph Bayer
ENDURO Review – One bike that had to be part of this group test was the YT CAPRA 29 AL Comp. But is it all good?
Confidence inspiring geometry
Good value for money
Plush suspension
The larger option isn't very agile
Climbing is only a means to an end
No bottle cage bosses
Sep 2018 · Mike Kazimer
The Capra Pro Race is one of the longest travel 29ers in existence outside of the DH world.
Very manageable, especially considering the amount of travel
Never met a jump it didn't like
Excellent value
No room for a water bottle
Not super plush in rough terrain
Limited availability
Feb 2018 · Francis Cebedo
If the top spec’d Capra was priced at $10,400, we believe they’d still sell. But at $5200 it's an amazing deal. - Mtbr.com
Feb 2018
The new Capra is now available in both 27.5 and 29-inch versions. A few other things changed too, but it is still an incredible value.
Feb 2018 · Hector Saura
Last month, YT Industries published a documentary video that told the story of the brand, accompanied by its new bicycle line for 2018. Among them, one was missing, the Capra. Soon people began to ask themselves where they were. Since YT didn’t show off an update, some people wondered if the Capra was not going to be in the new range of models this year. Well, everything was part of YT’s the marketing plan, and today they officially present one of their most famous bicycles, which helped them to settle and establish themselves in the mountain bike industry, the beloved Capra. I will mainly talk about the CF PRO
Apr 2017 · Rob Weaver
The Capra offers impressively tuned, well-balanced suspension and a fantastic spec for the money, but be careful with the sizing because it’s not as long as it could be. Buy if you’re happy to ride something a little shorter than many of its counterparts and are looking for simple suspension set up that offers incredible balance and control
Beautifully balanced suspension — set the sag and you’re good to go — both fork and shock feel like they balance support and progression straight from the off
Very composed and nicely quiet in the rough stuff
Great build kit with some really solid performers included, especially the Maxxis tyres
Great angles that are nicely slack, low enough and aggressive enough when it counts
The sizing, a bit more in terms of reach would certainly expand the Capra’s appeal
Neither front or back gets Boost axle spacing
| Frame | Aluminum BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik RCT3, 46mm rake, Boost Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe RC3, 250mm x 70mm Travel: 170mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Race Face BB92 |
| Headset | Acros AZX-203 |
| Stem | Renthal Apex 35, 40mm length |
| Handlebar | Renthal Fatbar Carbon 35, gold, 35mm rise, 800mm width |
| Saddle | SDG Fly MTN Cutout, red, YT custom |
| Seatpost | e*thirteen TRS+, 125mm or 150mm drop Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | None included |
| Grips | ODI Elite Motion V2.1 Lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX Shadow Plus |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Race Face Turbine, 170mm length, Boost |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX, 11-speed |
| Cassette | e*thirteen TRS+, 9-46 tooth, 11-speed |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG601-11 |
| Chain Guide | e*thirteen TRS+ |
| Brakes | SRAM Code RS with Centerline 200mm rotors Type: SRAM Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Code RS |
| Rims | DT Swiss E1900 Spline, 28 hole, 25mm width |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | DT Swiss E1900 Spline, Front: Boost, 15mm x 110mm, Rear: Boost, 12mm x 148mm |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss E1900 Spline, Front: Boost, 15mm x 110mm, Rear: Boost, 12mm x 148mm |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis High Roller II, 2.40" 3C MaxxTerra EXO, Rear: Maxxis High Roller II, 2.40" EXO Maxx Pro |
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