2023 YT Industries

Capra CORE 2 MX

A 29″ / 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.

MSRP$3,499
Weight36.4 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 165 / 170mm
ForkFox Performance Float 38
ShockFox Float X Performance
Wheels29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetGX Eagle
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Lowest gear

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26 mph

Capra CORE 2 MX

26 mph

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Sizing
SM

5'0" – 5'6"

MD

5'4" – 5'10"

LG

5'8" – 6'1"

XL

5'11" – 6'5"

XXL

6'3" – 6'8"

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Reviews
MBR
YT Industries Capra Core 2 GX review - MBR

Aug 2023 · Jamie Darlow

It’s hard to believe but the Capra is nearly a decade old, having launched in 2014 with a carbon frame, killer parts list, 27.5in wheels (modern indeed) and a price tag literally half that of the competition. And while it’s true this Mk3 version isn’t the absolute giveaway the Capra once was, thanks to stiff competition from the other direct sales brands, it’s still unbelievable value.  Best enduro mountain bikes: 150 to 180mm monsters In fact that gave us something of a problem because the Core 2 GX mullet version is on sale right now for £2,799, and if YT could guarantee it would stay there we’d have been obliged to bump it up a mark on price alone. It couldn’t, so let’s get back on track. YT introduced the third iteration of the Capra back in 2021 in carbon only, the reworked asymmetrical Side Wing design made space for a badly needed water bottle and better geometry, specifically the improved seat tube angle for improved climbing.  A year later this alloy version turned up, and impressively it mirrored that of the carbon bike in both form and function. There’s a choice of MX or full 29in wheels, the mullet version gets 5mm more travel at 170mm and more importantly extra progression when you get to the bottom of it. On top of those bare bones the Capra uses a UDH, internal cable routing, and downtube protection from rock strikes. The two biggest sizes in the range get longer rear triangles to keep the bike in balance as the front centre grows. It’s not exactly true proportional geometry, but it’s useful, and rare at this price point. The XL felt a little cramped with its 480mm reach, but with five sizes to pick from – including an XXL above the XL we tested – everyone should find the right fit. YT Industries Capra 29 Core 2 first ride review Also the Capra has an ace up its sleeve in the flip chip, this means you can steepen the bike by a degree and raise the BB 5mm if you’re riding mellow terrain. Then hop in the car to the Lakes or South Wales and the low position puts you in the best position for flat out descending. Suspension Just like the Canyon Torque, the Capra uses a four-bar suspension design to deliver its 170mm travel but here there’s a linkage driving the shock rather than the seatstays. This gives YT more control over the suspension characteristics, and it’s an easy place to fit that flip chip. The Fox Float X Performance shock has a climb switch that we used extensively on the ups, and you can adjust low-speed rebound too. Best mountain bike forks: XC, trail and enduro forks reviewed and rated Up front, there’s a Fox Float 38 Performance fork, it’s not the superlative Grip2 damper but the fork is super sensitive and does have a compression dial that we used to help prop it up. Components YT should …Continue reading »

Highs
  • Calm, quiet and rocketship fast. Five frame sizes

Lows
  • Maxxis EXO casing tyres have no place here

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BikeRadar
YT Capra MX Core 4 review

Aug 2023 · Luke Marshall

A very capable bike that shines in a variety of situations, with supple and smoothly progressive suspension

Highs
  • Flawless spec

  • Easy to ride on all trails

Lows
  • Taller riders will benefit from a longer dropper post on the size large

  • Aggressive riders might prefer a tougher rear-tyre casing

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Pinkbike
Value Field Test: YT Capra Core 1 MX

Jul 2023 · Mike Kazimer

The Capra's back for another round, this time with mixed wheels and an aluminum frame.

Highs
  • Well rounded, especially considering amount of travel

  • Great value, and an even better one now that it's on sale

  • Frame is worthy of upgrading with nicer components as time goes on

Lows
  • Sizing could be tricky for some riders due to seat tube length

  • Issues with NX drivetrain

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Mountain Bike Action
YT CAPRA UNCAGED 6 REVIEW - A NO-COMPROMISE ENDURO MACHINE - Mountain Bike Action Magazine

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.

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Bikerumor
YT Capra Core 1 & Core 2 GX Improve Affordability of 29" & MX Enduro Bike

Jan 2023

The YT Capra Core 1 brings the price of the 165mm travel aluminum enduro bike down by $700 USD to a very attractive $2,699 USD

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Vital MTB
2022 YT Capra 29 Core 4 Bike

Jun 2022 · Caseyo

The YT Capra delivers an awesome ride at a solid price.

Highs
  • 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

Lows
  • Silly-short dropper post

  • EXO tire casing is too light for this bike

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Singletrack World
YT Capra Core 2 review: doing it for the lolz

Apr 2022 · Ben Haworth

After the carbon launch models, then the aluminium Uncaged versions, here is the more affordable alloy YT Capra Core 2.

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Loam Wolf
Review: YT Capra MK3 Core 4 29

Mar 2022 · Robert Johnston

YT's Capra MK3 offers a great balance of desirable handling and quality construction. Visit The Loam Wolf to learn more and read our review!

Highs
  • Reasonable pedaling

  • Bike park ripping

  • Reasonable sensitivity

  • Balanced handling traits

Lows
  • Not the most plow friendly

  • Could be more efficient

  • EXO+ tire spec

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Fork

FOX 38 FLOAT PERFORMANCE, 29“ | 170 mm Travel | 110 x 15 mm Axle | 44 mm Offset | Grip Damper, 3-way Adjustable Low-Speed Compression and Rebound, Air Pressure

Travel170mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

FOX FLOAT X PERFORMANCE, Shock Length: 230 mm | Shock Stroke: 65 mm ≙ 165 mm Travel | Custom Tune | 2-way Adjustable Low-Speed Compression, Adjustable Rebound and Air Pressure

Travel165mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB Pressfit, BB DUB BSA 73 MTB

Headset

ACROS AZX-576, ZS44 ZS56 | High Cap | 2 Spacer 5mm

Stem

RENTHAL AL6061, Length 50 mm | 35 mm Clamp | Rise 0°

Handlebar

RENTHAL AL2014, Width 800 mm | Rise 20 mm ( Frame Size S-M) I Rise 30 mm (Frame Size L-XXL) | 7° Back Sweep | 5° Up Sweep | Black

Saddle

SDG BEL AIR 3.0, YT Custom | Width 140 mm I Lux-Alloy Rail

Seatpost

YT POSTMAN V2, Ø 31,6mmI MMX-Remote | Adjustable drop 25/10/5mm | 125 mm (S) I 150 mm (M) | 170 mm (L) | 170 mm (XL) | 200mm (XXL)

TypeDropper

Grips

ODI ELITE MOTION V2.1, Lock On

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX EAGLE, 12-speed

Crank

SRAM GX EAGLE, Crank Arm Length 170 mm | 32T

Shifters

SRAM GX EAGLE, 12-speed

Cassette

SRAM GX EAGLE, 10-52T | 12-speed

Brakes

SRAM CODE R, Rotor CENTERLINE Ø front 200 mm / rear 200 mm

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

DT SWISS E1900, Front: 29’’ 30 mm I 110 x 15 mm I 6-Bolt |, Rear: 29’’ 30 mm | 148 x 12 mm I Ratchet LN | 6-Bolt | XD

Tires

FRONT: MAXXIS ASSEGAI I HINTEN: MAXXIS MINION DHR II, Front: 29’’ x 2.5 WT I 3C MaxxGrip I Double Down I TR |, Rear: 29’’ x 2.4 WT | 3C MaxxTerra | Double Down | TR

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