Interesting...
Yeah it's my first thought too. Sometimes when I'm trying to pedal up stuff that only an emtb will get up, I wedge my foot between a root and the pedal with motor torque overrun on the back wheel, and am very thankful for my 5:10s
Can't be all on one leg with even pedals eh
Money is not a consideration for everyone. Have owned 3 Yeti's and found them to be very reliable. Been buying various products from Yeti over the years and have always found their customer service to be top notch. I decided to purchase the new 160e because my 2021 Levo S-Works was in the shop more than on the trails. First it was the TC, then the battery, then the motor and again th3 replacement battery. Lov3d the ride quality and range, Specialized jerked me around on endless waits for warranty replacement parts.£12k. On a bike with an off the shelf EP8 system, when you can buy an almost identical specification bike from another brand, for literally half the price.
It’s not even like you are getting the ‘premium’ support network, with Yeti’s legendary abysmal customer service (which I have experienced personally on more than one occasion). At least Specialized do something innovative whilst having your pants down for the price
I can’t think of an e-bike I am less interested in. £12 grand. Absolute LOL. I’m sure the Surrey Hills will be awash with them being piloted by absolute wobblers.
That's pretty horrendous when you look at that cash outlay to NOT be out riding.
Lots of winter fun in 2022 me thinks.
Totally agree Zed re Yeti's had 3 previously and next to no issues. In fairness no real issues with my Turbo Levo Expert (which I have upgraded almost everything on) but Yeti's are rare beasts and worth so much more than the price of the components. IMHO of course and £12k a lot of money but I will get more fun out of this than my wife's £25k Mini!
always the £9.5k cheap version
Thing is if people didn't buy these bikes they would stop making them, but we do so they make them and they become ever more expensive and I should add better. As with all things marginal gains are very expensive ones.They weren't the norm though, were they?
Don't become one of those guys who has to be contrary for the sake of it... oh.
Fantastic! Keep us posted.
Amazing bike! I just wish Yeti would have spec'ed AXS drivetrain on the top end build on these price range as well as a nicer cockpit, would love to see the cables internally routed through the handlebar as well as a 2x 220 rotors. But other than that I feel like it's an spectacular bike, a friend of mine has one and he really likes it.
Got one on order to replace my TL, hopefully arriving within the next few weeks so be interested to hear your thoughts. Also a Yeti Fanboy this will be my fourth. I see you have gone for the HXC1501 wheels I have the HX1501's on my TL and thinking of swopping these for the EX1700 when I get the bike. Also run Sram AXS gears on the TL so no doubt swop out the XT drive train as well and see what trade in my LBS will offer for the TL.
I have the SRAM AXS drivetrain on my Spesh Levo S-Works and Vado SL hybrid and had it on my last 2 previous mountain bikes. Running XT on my YT Decoy Elite and actually think the Shimano shifts smoother. The XT chain, rear cassette and chainring are actually less expensive then the SRAM AXS which is a consideration since emtb parts can wear faster even when you meticulously clean your drivetrain and shift gears 1 at a time (mostly). Absolutely love the AXS and considered swapping out. Will be installing Shigura brakes (Shimano Saint Brake Levers/Magura MT7 Calipers) with 220mm rotors front and back. Going with SQLAB Carbon 31 8 handlebars with 12 degree backsweep. For whatever reason, always love Nukeproof Horizon Stems and will be changing saddle to an Ergon SM E saddle. Running Deity TMAC pedals and changing tires to Schwalbe Eddy Currents 2.6 front/rear.
Hi, have you managed to get out on her yet?
Not yet. Ridewrap made an error with the pattern on the Tailored Kit, had to correct orientation on the plys and are sending a replacement kit. Its torture having a new Yeti and nit being able to ride it! Sure it'll be worth the wait. Will keep you posted.
Having owned a Specialized Levo S-Works and the new Yeti-160E, there is no comparison the Yeti wins hands down! Will give the nod to Spesh on the battery and intuitive feel of the motor. As far as riding characteristics and performance, Yeti is a much better all-round emtb. Rides extremely fast and very agile. Geometry is spot on and climbs as well if not a tad better the the Levo and absolutely shreds it on the dh. Albeit I did not have the new gen Levo, had the model right before they went mullet. Price of both the top line bikes is comparable. Never had a problem in 10 years with Yeti customer service, mainly since it never had any warranty issues like the 2 TC's, 2 batteries and 1 motor U had to replace on my Levo. When I did have to contact Yeti for normal wear items, received great service. When I purchased my new Yeti, contacted them to get detailed specs since I was swapping out some components a d communication was outstanding.£12k. On a bike with an off the shelf EP8 system, when you can buy an almost identical specification bike from another brand, for literally half the price.
It’s not even like you are getting the ‘premium’ support network, with Yeti’s legendary abysmal customer service (which I have experienced personally on more than one occasion). At least Specialized do something innovative whilst having your pants down for the price
I can’t think of an e-bike I am less interested in. £12 grand. Absolute LOL. I’m sure the Surrey Hills will be awash with them being piloted by absolute wobblers.
FINALLY got my Yeti back after receiving defective Ridewrap kit replacement and Shigura brakes installed.
Looks great, seems a shame to get it dirty
Glad I got in a couple of years ago at under 10K!
Not a Yeti fan thenAs you re-quoted me directly on this. For the sake of comparison. I have actually now ridden one of the new Yeti's, I don't own one, so no confirmation bias. I would agree, comparing to the Gen 2 Levo, it's an improvement. But then you are comparing a brand new bike to a one that's nearly 4 years old now, in a rapidly evolving sector.
Comparing to other current bikes, is it better than the current Gen 3 Levo? No, but it's very similar, albeit with the usual EP8 disappointment (poor BMS & weak/loud motor). The Decoy MX is a better & faster descending bike than both. The Kenevo SL is noticeably quicker again, but what you gain on the downs you lose on the ups.
Warranty wise, I literally have nothing positive to say about Yeti. Multiple QC issues with bikes & multiple broken frames, in a short period of time. The concept of having something that has an increased liability of failure over a normal bike would introduce a 'Falling Down' moment for me.
Price is of course subjective. For some it is a big consideration, for others less so & for some fortunate people, it isn't. However a bike that is literally double the price of others, with comparable specifications & no better performance, isn't in the realms of consideration, it's just weird. I don't just include Yeti in that statement - Pivot are probably an even worse example of losing the plot.
Prices of halo products are always expensive. But when your halo product is 25% more expensive than a Levo Pro, with a worse spec, then regardless, it's just poor value. And that doesn't matter how much money you have, you are being taken for a ride.
But, if you like it, that's all that matters
Nice to see your response. My intent was not to offend and I don't think you inferred it that way. Really enjoy reading all the different perspectives on this forum. Seems like we all have had different levels of customer service and satisfaction with our bikes. I actually spent an additional $2K in upgrades to get my Yeti just the way I like it. In all honesty, wish they would have used a better battery/motor combo. I usually switch my bikes out every 2 years and will be anxious to see advancements in technology over the coming years! Happy Trails!As you re-quoted me directly on this. For the sake of comparison. I have actually now ridden one of the new Yeti's, I don't own one, so no confirmation bias. I would agree, comparing to the Gen 2 Levo, it's an improvement. But then you are comparing a brand new bike to a one that's nearly 4 years old now, in a rapidly evolving sector.
Comparing to other current bikes, is it better than the current Gen 3 Levo? No, but it's very similar, albeit with the usual EP8 disappointment (poor BMS & weak/loud motor). The Decoy MX is a better & faster descending bike than both. The Kenevo SL is noticeably quicker again, but what you gain on the downs you lose on the ups.
Warranty wise, I literally have nothing positive to say about Yeti. Multiple QC issues with bikes & multiple broken frames, in a short period of time. The concept of having something that has an increased liability of failure over a normal bike would introduce a 'Falling Down' moment for me.
Price is of course subjective. For some it is a big consideration, for others less so & for some fortunate people, it isn't. However a bike that is literally double the price of others, with comparable specifications & no better performance, isn't in the realms of consideration, it's just weird. I don't just include Yeti in that statement - Pivot are probably an even worse example of losing the plot.
Prices of halo products are always expensive. But when your halo product is 25% more expensive than a Levo Pro, with a worse spec, then regardless, it's just poor value. And that doesn't matter how much money you have, you are being taken for a ride.
But, if you like it, that's all that matters
