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Capra Base AL
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with upper mid-range components.
Manufacturer Price
$2,699| Weight | 34.2 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 180 / 180mm |
| Fork | RockShox ZEB |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | Truvativ Descendant, SX Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM Code R Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Summary
The YT Industries Capra is a highly capable enduro bike that excels in rough terrain, offering a blend of comfort, efficiency, and descending prowess. Its suspension performance is frequently praised, with models featuring Fox Factory components standing out. The bike's geometry and handling inspire confidence, making it a favorite for aggressive riding. However, some reviews note limitations in climbing efficiency and dropper post performance.
Excels in rough terrain with confident descending
Comfortable and efficient suspension setup
Inspires confidence with intuitive handling
Good value for high-performance components
Versatile for both climbing and descending
Climbing efficiency relies heavily on lockout
Dropper post performance can be frustrating
Some models lack robustness in tire casings
Geometry could be slacker for enduro use
The new Capra 29 is like the old Capra 29, but better.
BetaIt strikes an almost perfect price-to-performance ratio for the cash-conscious enduro rider.
BikeRadarRockShox’s new electronic and fully-automated Flight Attendant suspension system does the thinking for you and dramatically increases the climbing performance of your bike.
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Sep 2023 · Jessie-May Morgan
YT release the Capra Uncaged 12 model with RockShox's Flight Attendant suspension components, SRAM Transmission group and a carbon wheelset
Aug 2023 · YT Industries
It’s time to have your cake and eat it too; coming to a bike park near you in both aluminum and carbon fiber MX options, everyone please welcome the Capra Uncaged 10..
Feb 2023 · Nelson
The newest version of the Capra is an evolution of that original bike and has features and geometry that have evolved with the sport.
Nov 2022 · Robert Johnston
The YT Capra in either wheel configuration are excellent options in the enduro market, subtly different in feel and will... Read the Review.
Oct 2022 · Jamie Darlow
YT’s Capra has always been one of the hottest enduro bikes on the market, and this latest entry-level option makes a versatile step up for plenty of trail riders. Need to know New Core 2 model comes in 29er or mixed wheel (29in and 27.5in rear) MX options 29er bike gets 165mm travel, MX uses 170mm, and both have 170mm forks Aluminium frame uses Side Wing design, water bottle, and flip chip geometry adjust MX bike has a shorter back end and increased progression, the 29er here gets more linear performance Five sizes: S-XXL MX model gets different chainstays, shock yoke and kinematics, with more progression and anti-squat Petrol, gas, cars… crisps. Everything’s going up in price this year, but not the Capra Core 2, which incredibly costs less now than at its launch in the spring. True, only by £100 but YT has also rejigged its pricing structure, so now all the taxes you pay as a UK customer are included in the list price, with no nasty surprises at the checkout page. The Core 2 was already YT’s most budget-friendly Capra to date, and now at just north of £3,000, on paper it’s great value. As you’d expect from a bike at this kind of money, the Core 2 is made from aluminium. YT has done a good job echoing the layout of the latest carbon Capra, launched in 2021. The redesign centres around an asymmetrical Side Wing brace that makes space for a water bottle. There are also a ton of cosmetic changes that make the bike prettier, while the head angle is a smidge slacker and the seat tube a hair steeper. All frame details are bang up-to-date too, with mounts under the top tube for an enduro strap for your banana, a SRAM UDH hanger, threaded BB and internal cable routing. Most importantly now though, you can go for a 29in bike like the one I rode, or an MX option (click here for our Capra Core 3 MX review). YT says the main difference is that the 29er bike gets 165mm travel while the MX bike gets 5mm more. The MX bike also has a shorter back end and increased progression than the more linear-feeling 29er I’m riding here. The Capra is in no way a progressive bike in terms of sizing. I rode the size Large and found its diminutive 467mm reach measurement way too cramped for my 6ft 1in size. There are two sizes bigger in the range though, step up to XL and above and the bike also comes with a longer chainstay to ensure the front to back bias remains in balance. Geometry wise the bike is decently low and slack, but nothing out there in the modern era of sub-63º head angles. Of course there’s a flip-chip just like on the carbon bike, located on the shock yoke and that changes the head angle a smidge (0.3°). More importantly, it will also lengthen the back end of the bike …Continue reading »
Great value for an entry-level enduro bike. Easy to set up, fun and addictive to ride.
BB could be lower and the head angle slacker for enduro riding. EXO tyre casings aren’t robust enough
Jun 2022 · Caseyo
The YT Capra delivers an awesome ride at a solid price.
Versatile for a big 29er
Easy to get a long with
Well-balanced feel
Loves to jump
Great value for the money
Agile, quick steering
Silly-short dropper post
EXO tire casing is too light for this bike
Apr 2022 · Alex Evans
The Capra Mk III Core 2 strikes an almost perfect price-to-performance ratio for the cash-conscious enduro rider
Easy to set up
Supportive suspension
Intuitive ride feel and addictive cornering
Geometry could be slacker, lower, and longer
Tyre casings thin for enduro use
Apr 2022 · Ben Haworth
After the carbon launch models, then the aluminium Uncaged versions, here is the more affordable alloy YT Capra Core 2.
| Fork | ROCKSHOX ZEB, 27,5" | 180 mm | Charger R | 15 x 110 mm | 44 mm Offset Travel: 180mm Spring Type: Air |
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| Shock | ROCKSHOX SUPER DELUXE SELECT, Shock Length: 250 mm | Shock Stroke: 75 mm ≙ 180 mm Travel Adjustable Rebound, Air Pressure, Custom Tune Travel: 180mm |
| Headset | Acros AZX 576, ZS44 ZS56 | High Cap | 2 Spacer 5mm |
| Stem | E13 Base 35, 50 mm | 0 Rise | 6061 AL | Black |
| Handlebar | E13 Base 35, 800 mm | 35 mm Rise | 9° Back | 5° Up 6061 AL | Black |
| Saddle | SDG RADAR MNT, YT Custom |
| Seatpost | YT Postman, 31.6mm | 125mm/150mm/170mm Drop Type: Dropper |
| Grips | ODI Elite Motion V2.1, Lock On |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM SX Eagle, 12-Speed |
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| Crank | SRAM Descendant 6K, 170 mm | 32T | DUB |
| Shifters | SRAM SX Eagle, 12-Speed |
| Cassette | SRAM PG 1210 Eagle, 11 - 50 T | 12 Speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Code R, Rotor CENTERLINE 200mm/200mm, Adjustable reach Type: SRAM Code R Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT SWISS E 1 9 00 SPLINE, 27,5’’ x 30 mm | 110 x 15 mm | 148 x 12 mm | HG | 3 Pawl |
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| Tires | MAXXIS Assegai / Minion DHR II, 27,5’’ x 2. 5 / 27,5’’ x 2.4 | DUAL Compound | EXO | TR |
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