Syphon S
Trail mountain bike
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Be exceptional, everywhere
Confident, capable and ready for anything, Syphon S is built to help you ride better – and have more fun – on every trail. Progressive, proportionally-sized geometry and responsive suspension deliver exceptional grip, stability and control across rough terrain, steep descents and technical singletrack alike, keeping you composed when the trail gets demanding. Balanced handling inspires confidence at speed while efficient Quad-Link 4 suspension performance helps take the sting out of long climbs and big days in the saddle. With dependable components, weather-sealed durability and versatile 29in wheels, Syphon S is built to perform year-round — whether you’re chasing trail centre laps, technical descents or all-day mountain rides.
Highlights
– 140mm front + 135mm rear of Whyte custom-tuned suspension travel (RockShox Pike Base 29in fork + RockShox Deluxe Select RT rear shock).
– 6061 hydroformed T6 multi-butted alloy frame + geometry adjustment.
– Proportional sizing delivers perfect fit and uncompromised handling for every rider.
– Shimano Deore 1x12 transmission (30T chainring x 11-51T cassette).
– TRP EVO Comp four-piston hydraulic disc brakes (203mm front / 180mm rotor rear).
– Full-insertion dropper post (with frame size size-specific drop).
– 29er wheels front and rear (sizes M, L + XL) / MX/mixed/‘mullet’ wheels (size S) + Schwalbe Albert Radial tyres.
Ideal for... Trail and ‘down-country’ riders looking for the best all-round full-suspension performance wrapped up in a high value alloy package.
Perfect handling for everyone
Switchable geometry
Our Shape.It link ‘flip-chip’ allows you to change the geometry of the Syphon S easily so you can tailor it to suit you even more. Switch it from high to the low position to slacken the bike out by 0.6 degrees and lower the bottom brakcet (BB) by 8mm, or vice-versa. Want a more gravity-friendly ride? Put it in its low setting for a lower, slacker geometry. Want to pedal further? Keep it in its stock higher, more all-day ride-friendly set-up.
Changeable wheelsize
Want an even more corner-carving, steep-trail loving ride characther? With Syphon S you can tailor your bike to your taste even more by converting it from full 29er (29in wheels front and rear) to MX wheels (mixed/'mullet' (29in front, 27.5in rear wheel): simply swap the bike’s stock Shape.It link the MX-specific version (62-66mm; WAMLINK07), together with a suitable trail rated 27.5in rear wheel (category 3, trail) to retain the ability to switch between high and low geometry settings with the new wheelsize set-up. Please note: MX conversion is only possible on size M, L and XL frames. Size S bikes are already MX as stock and aren't full 29er compatible.
Built to resist
The Syphon S's alloy frame is equipped with a host of weather sealing features that ensure you can ride year-round without worry: weather-sealed cable, hose ports and seat clamps keep the water and mud out of the frame; generous tyre clearances prevent mud and debris slowing you down; robust chainstay and downtube protectors shrug off chain slap and trail debris, while helping to silence your ride, and phosphtate-coated, marine grease-packed pivot bearings maximise bearing life through even the worst conditions. Add in lifetime extended frame and pivot-bearing warranties* for peace of mind, and your set for the long-haul. *Free for the original owner. Learn more at whytebikes.com/warranty. Register for free within 28-days of purchase to activate at whytebikes.com/register.
Specifications
| COLOUR | Raw silver (gloss) | CASSETTE | Shimano CSM6100, 10-51T, black, 12 speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRAME | 6061 Alloy, SCR Aluminium Front Triangle with Tapered Head Tube, ISCG 2 Guide Mounts, Alloy Symmetrical SCR Rear Triangle, Shape.it and 148mm Boost Dropouts | CHAIN | KMC X12, 12 speed |
| FORK | RockShox Pike Base 29in, 140mm travel, 44mm offset, DebonAir+, Rush RC damper, Fast Black coating, tapered steerer, 110mm x 15mm Boost, Maxle Ultimate | CRANKSET | Whyte, forged two-piece cranks, direct mount, alloy 30T narrow/wide chainring, 165mm crank length (sizes M - XL,)/160mm crank length (size S), Boost, 12 speed, 55mm chainline |
| REAR SHOCK | RockShox Deluxe Select RT, DebonAir, Fast Black coating, adjustable rebound, custom tuned for Whyte | BOTTOM BRACKET | BSA, cartridge bearings, 73mm |
| HEADSET | ZS44 upper, ZS56 lower headset cups, 1 1/18in upper and 1.5in lower with sealed bearings | SEATPOST | TranzX dropper post, 30.9mm, frame size specific drop (size S 150mm drop; sizes M-XL 170mm drop) |
| REAR HUB | Alloy, double sealed cartridge bearings, 12mm x 148mm Boost thru axle, MicroSpline freehub, 32 hole | SEAT | Whyte Custom |
| FRONT HUB | Alloy, double sealed cartridge bearings, Centre Lock, 15mm x 110mm Boost thru axle, 31mm Torque Caps, 32 hole | BAR | Whyte 6061 alloy, 31.8mm bar bore, 30mm rise, 780mm wide |
| SPOKES | Pillar 14G, black stainless, brass nipples | STEM | Whyte Gravity, 35mm extension, 31.8mm bar bore |
| RIMS | Whyte Trail, pinned joint, tubeless ready, 32 hole, 30mm internal width; 29in front and rear (sizes M - XL), 29in front and 27.5in rear (size small) | GRIPS | Whyte Lock-on Enduro Grip |
| TYRES | Schwalbe Albert Trail Radial 29 x 2.5in Trail casing, Super Soft (front); Schwalbe Albert Radial 29 x 2.5in (sizes M - XL), 27.5 x 2.5in Trail casing, Soft (size S) (rear) | BRAKES FRONT | TRP EVO Comp hydraulic disc brake, four piston, sintered metal pads, 203 x 2.3mm rotor |
| SHIFT LEVERS | Shimano M6100 Deore, I-Spec EV, 12 speed | BRAKES REAR | TRP EVO Comp hydraulic disc brake, four piston, sintered metal pads, 180 x 2.3mm rotor |
| FRONT MECH | N/A | BRAKE LEVERS | TRP EVO Comp, I-Spec EV |
| REAR MECH | Shimano M6100 Deore, SGS, Shadow Plus, 12 speed | PEDALS | Fibre reinforced composite platform |
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Although we've taken every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information listed here sometimes things change so we reserve the right to change or update bike specifications, features, prices and colours as and when required.
Geometry
| FRAME SIZE | Small | Medium | Large | Extra Large |
| A - REACH (mm) | 432 | 460 | 485 | 510 |
| B - STACK (mm) | 625.3 | 634.1 | 646.8 | 659.5 |
| C - HEAD ANGLE (° degrees) | 64.7/ 64.1 | 65/ 64.4 | 65/ 64.4 | 65/ 64.4 |
| D - SEAT ANGLE (° degrees) | 77.6 | 77.6 | 77 | 76.6 |
| E - BB HEIGHT (mm) | 335 | 338.5 | 338.5 | 338.5 |
| F - WHEELBASE (mm) | 1186.4 | 1222.7 | 1263.6 | 1294.5 |
| G - REAR CENTRE (mm) | 429 | 435 | 445 | 455 |
| H - STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) | 753 | 753 | 753 | 753 |
| I - SEAT TUBE LENGTH (mm) | 375 | 400 | 425 | 450 |
| J - HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) | 114 | 126 | 140 | 154 |
| K - MAX SEATPOST INSERTION (mm) | 260 | 285 | 320 | 355 |