Released November 15

All-new SB120 from Yeti

Photo Credit: Yeti

Overview

Builds

5

Price Range

$6,300–$10,900

Wheels

29″

Suspension

Full, 120 / 130mm

Frame Material

Carbon

The SB120 is a brand new short travel model from Yeti, sitting between the existing SB115 and SB130 models. Key updates include all-new geometry, including the revised Switch Infinity suspension link recently introduced on the new SB160.

The highs and lows of this model family

Compare the SB120 Range
MSRP
$6,300$6,600$7,600$8,200$10,900
Spec Level
Weight
30.9 lbs30.5 lbs29.4 lbs29.4 lbs27.3 lbs
Fork
Fox Performance Float 34Fox Performance Float 34Fox Factory Float 34Fox Factory Float 34Fox Factory Float 34
Wheels
AluminumAluminumAluminumAluminumCarbon
Groupset
SLX, XTGX EagleX01 Eagle, GX EagleXX1 Eagle AXS, X01 Eagle AXSXX1 Eagle AXS, X01 Eagle AXS
Drivetrain
1 × 121 × 121 × 12 Electronic1 × 12 Electronic
Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

Geometry
Wheels
29″29″29″29″29″29″
604610615625635655
395425455475500515
1.531.441.351.321.271.27
540571603625652672
345365400440470485
76.576.576.576.576.576.5
9298104115126147
66.566.566.566.566.566.5
393939393939
335335335335335335
689722754778808831
433435437439441443
1,1221,1571,1911,2171,2491,274
444444444444
113113113113113113
699709714718720725

🐐 Measurements listed in mm and degrees

Reviews
Bike Perfect
Yeti SB120 T1 first ride review – sublime short travel thoroughbred

Nov 15, 2022 · Guy Kesteven

Yeti’s new SB120 is the bike we’ve been waiting for from Colorado for years. Seriously sublime ride dynamics come at a wallet and weight expense though

Highs
  • Superb overall dynamic feel

  • Brilliant suspension performance

  • Sorted all round geometry

  • Lifetime Warranty

Lows
  • Expensive

  • Relatively heavy

  • Unproven suspension upgrades

  • Limited UK build options

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
The new Yeti SB120 T3 2023 – From racer to fun machine!

Nov 15, 2022 · Peter Walker

New Yeti SB120 T3 2023 first ride review. More travel, strong climbing DNA and practical upgrades.

Highs
  • Excellent propulsion uphill

  • Stiff rear suspension makes it easy to generate speed

  • Usual high-quality look and craftsmanship

Lows
  • Brakes are underpowered and don’t live up to the potential of the bike

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Singletrack World
Yeti SB120: First Ride Review

Nov 15, 2022 · Ben Haworth

Yeti might not say the D word in its description of the new Yeti SB120 but this is clearly a Down Country bike.

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From Yeti
SWITCH INFINITY. RECALCULATED.

Discover the new Switch Infinity: the next-gen of translating pivot suspension design. Setting new expectations for longevity, sensitivity and strength. Learn more

LOOKS THE PART. BECAUSE IT IS.

With a new-gen approach to our shortest travel bike, the SB120 now has a frame silhouette that’s inspired by its longer legged siblings. Torsional precision and impact clearance has increased, without transferring unwanted feedback to the rider. And the refined Switch Infinity makes this bike punch well above its weight.

UNPARALLELED FEEL. FOR ALL RIDERS.

Every rider deserves a frame feel that’s tuned for them, regardless of frame size. Over the course of hundreds of virtual simulation comparisons and back-to-back carbon prototype testing, we’ve refined our carbon layups to deliver consistent torsional stiffness and flex profiles across all frame sizes. The feel is precise yet compliant while structurally balancing light weight and durability.

SPEED METAL.

Our new pivot designs use 100% standard sized cartridge bearings secured with precision — machined floating collet axles. All bearings are pressed into the linkage assembly vs the swingarm or front triangle.

LEVERAGE RATE.

A relatively linear progression curve gives riders usable, active travel at 30% sag – a far greater margin than other 120mm travel bikes. The SB120’s small bump compliance delivers incredible traction. Its supportive mid-stroke ensures riders don’t blow through travel when pushing against the suspension in turns or when getting the wheels off the ground. Oh shit moments are handled with ease – the curve has been tuned with increased bottom-out control.

CABLE MANAGEMENT.

Internally routed cable tubes with secure closures at entry and exit points eliminate rattles and cable rub. Whether running a mechanical drivetrain and dropper or a wireless setup, cable management is intuitively easy and quiet.

THREADED BB.

Threaded aluminum bottom bracket shell with integrated ISCG-05 tabs. This critical drivetrain interface is now more durable, cleaner, and easier to service.

UNIVERSALLY READY.

If a hanger bending crash occurs, the new Yeti models use the Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) interface — the industry standard mount for a rear derailleur. The UDH is available in nearly any bike shop, Yeti dealer or not.

FULL DROP.

As the capability of our bikes continues to increase, so does their ability to run modern day, full-stroke dropper posts. Our seat tube is shorter to allow for a longer dropper posts. Most riders will be able to use a 150mm dropper posts on Small frames*, 175mm on Medium frames*, and 200mm+ dropper posts on L-XXL frames*, respectively.

*Dependent on actual seat height on specific bike size.

MIRCO WISHBONE. MEET ULTRA COMPACT EXTENDER.

An all new ultra-compact, minimalist, 1-piece shock extender was designed specifically for the demands of the shorter travel SB120. It optimizes leverage rate while pushing the shock forward in the frame. This forward positioning allows for a large range of shock compatibility, decreases stand over height, reduces shock tab sizes, increases water bottle compatibility, and increases downtube clearance.

MORE BALANCED AT SPEED.

Its nimble reach darts through singletrack. Its steep seat tube angle makes light work of climbs. Its head angle and balanced vertical suspension travel prioritize downhill fun, making it an incredible Trans-Cascadia style race whip. Point is, the SB120’s geometry is so balanced and agile, forgetting how much travel it has on the way up and down is totally possible.

  • A REACH FOR AGILITY — A more neutral position keeps riders weighting both wheels more evenly with a modern reach for agility, keeping things spritely.  

  • BALANCED VERTICAL TRAVEL — Modern head angles are slack, so we run more front travel than rear travel to balance the bike. This delivers a brilliantly balanced ride.

  • SIZE SPECIFIC CHAIN STAYS — Chain stay length increases with frame size, ensuring the rear center of the bike is proportionately correct for riders of all sizes (XS-XXL).

  • SIZE SPECIFIC SEAT TUBE ANGLES — Riders of all sizes stay in a powerful pedal position with seat tube angles that increase with frame size. This makes the transition from seated to standing easier, especially for taller riders.