Sythe RS
Enduro & gravity mountain bike
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Master any terrain
Built to go full gas when the trail gets steep, fast and unforgiving, Sythe RS is made for riders who never hold back. Progressive, proportionally-sized geometry and premium Quad-Link 4 suspension deliver exceptional stability and control through rough terrain, big hits and high-speed lines, while balanced handling keeps it precise when trails tighten up. Efficient enough to earn every descent and tough enough for year-round abuse, Sythe RS is a hard-charging enduro bike that stays composed when things get wild and encourages you to push harder every ride.
Highlights
– 170mm front + 160mm rear of Whyte custom-tuned suspension travel (RockShox Lyrik Ultimate RC2 29in fork + RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RC2 rear shock).
– 6061 hydroformed T6 multi-butted alloy frame + geometry adjustment.
– Proportional sizing delivers perfect fit and uncompromised handling for every rider.
– SRAM Eagle S-100 1x12 transmission (30T chainring x 10-52T cassette).
– TRP EVO Expert four-piston hydraulic disc brakes (203mm rotors front + rear).
– Full-insertion dropper post (with frame size size-specific drop).
– MX/mixed/’mullet’ wheels (29in front, 27.5in rear) + Schwalbe Magic Mary Radial tyres (ready to be converted to full 29in front and rear (sizes M, L + XL only)).
Ideal for... Gravity thrill seekers, enduro racers, bike-park shredders and big mountain riders looking for the best descending performance in a long-lasting alloy package.
Perfect fit and handling
Switch it up
Our Shape.It Link flip-chip lets you fine-tune the Sythe RS to match your riding style and terrain. Switch between the high and low settings to adjust geometry, slackening the head angle by 0.6 degrees and lowering the bottom bracket by 8mm in the low position. For maximum stability and a planted feel on steep, fast bike park laps and technical descents, run it low. Want a more responsive, efficient set-up for longer rides and big days in the hills? Keep it in the higher position for improved pedal clearance and all-day versatility.
Go fast, go fun
Want to carry even more speed through rough terrain and high-speed lines? Our Shape.It link lets you convert Sythe RS from its stock MX wheel set-up (mixed/'mullet' (29in front, 27.5in rear wheel) to a full 29er configuration (29in wheels front + rear) for maximum rollover performance and stability. Simply swap the stock Shape.It link for the 29er-specific version (58-62mm; WAMLINK08), together with a suitable category 4-rated 29in rear wheel, to retain full geometry adjustment between the high and low settings. The result is a faster, more planted ride feel built for charging through rock gardens, blown-out tracks and demanding enduro terrain. Please note: full 29er conversion is only possible on size M, L + XL frames only – not on size S.
Built to last
The Sythe RS alloy frame is built to handle full seasons of hard riding, whatever the weather. Weather-sealed cable ports, hose routing and seat clamp help keep water and grit out, while generous tyre clearance prevents mud build-up when conditions turn bad. Robust chainstay and downtube protection silence trail chatter and fend off rock strikes, and phosphate-coated, marine grease-packed pivot bearings are designed to keep performing through relentless wet-weather abuse. Add our lifetime extended frame and pivot bearing warranties* for extra peace of mind, and the Sythe RS is ready for years of bike park laps, enduro stages and all-weather riding. Plus, if you want to run a chainguide for extra security, Sythe RS's ISCG tabs are ready. Just add our WMCG1 chainguide. 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 | Chili red (gloss) | CASSETTE | SRAM XG-1275 Eagle, 10-52T, 12 speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRAME | 6061 Alloy, Aluminium Front Triangle with ZS56 Head Tube, ISCG 2 Guide Mounts, proportional chainstays, Shape.it link and 148mm Boost Dropouts | CHAIN | SRAM GX, 12 speed |
| FORK | RockShox Lyrik Ultimate RC2 29in, 170mm travel, 44mm offset, Linear XL with ButterCups, Charger 3.2 RC2 damper, Fast Black coating, tapered steerer, 110mm x 15mm Boost, Maxle Ultimate | CRANKSET | SRAM S200, direct mount 30T chainring, DUB, 165mm crank length, 55mm chainline |
| REAR SHOCK | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RC2T, DebonAir+, Fast Black coating, adjustable rebound, low and high speed compression adjustment, 230 x 57.5mm, custom tuned for Whyte | BOTTOM BRACKET | SRAM DUB, BSA, 73mm |
| HEADSET | ZS56 upper / lower headset cups for 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; size M 170mm drop; sizes L-XL 200mm drop) |
| REAR HUB | Alloy, double sealed cartridge bearings, 12mm x 148mm Boost spacing, nine degree Micro Engagement, four pawl, XD Driver, 32 hole | SEAT | Whyte Custom |
| FRONT HUB | Alloy, double sealed cartridge bearings, 15mm x 110mm Boost thru axle, 32 hole | BAR | Whyte Custom 6061 alloy, 30mm rise, 35mm bar bore, 800mm wide |
| SPOKES | Pillar 2.0mm, black stainless, brass nipples | STEM | Whyte, 35mm extension, 35mm bar bore |
| RIMS | WTB ST Tough i30 TCS 2.0 System, pinned joint, tubeless ready, 32 hole, 29in (front), 27.5in (rear) | GRIPS | Whyte Enduro lock-on |
| TYRES | Schwalbe Magic Mary Radial 29 x 2.5in Trail, Super Soft (front); Schwalbe Magic Mary Radial 27.5 x 2.5in, Gravity casing, Soft (rear) | BRAKES FRONT | TRP EVO Expert hydraulic disc brake, four piston, sintered metal pads, 203 x 2.3mm rotor, MMX |
| SHIFT LEVERS | SRAM S200 Eagle Trigger MMX, 12 speed | BRAKES REAR | TRP EVO Expert hydraulic disc brake, four piston, sintered metal pads, 203 x 2.3mm rotor |
| FRONT MECH | N/A | BRAKE LEVERS | TRP EVO Expert, MMX |
| REAR MECH | SRAM S100 Eagle, Half-Mount, 12 speed | PEDALS | Fibre reinforced composite platform |
| WEIGHT | TBC |
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) | 435 | 457 | 482 | 507 |
| B - STACK (mm) | 623.2 | 636.5 | 648.2 | 661.6 |
| C - HEAD ANGLE (° degrees) | 64.1 / 63.5 | 63.8 / 63.2 | 63.8 / 63.2 | 63.8 / 63.2 |
| D - SEAT ANGLE (° degrees) | 77.6 | 77.6 | 77.5 | 77.5 |
| E - BB HEIGHT (mm) | 346 | 342 | 342 | 342 |
| F - WHEELBASE (mm) | 1201 | 1242.2 | 1282.8 | 1324.4 |
| G - REAR CENTRE (mm) | 428 | 439 | 449 | 459 |
| H - STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) | 774 | 774 | 774 | 774 |
| I - SEAT TUBE LENGTH (mm) | 395 | 420 | 445 | 470 |
| J - HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) | 99 | 111 | 124 | 139 |