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Yeti Cycles
SB6 Carbon Eagle Complete Mountain Bike - 2017

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With its 2017 SB6 Carbon Eagle Complete Mountain Bike, Yeti takes advantage of trickle-down technology in its choice to split its frame lines into standard Carbon and advanced Turq models this year, with the SB6 Carbon falling into the former category. Don't be mistaken though—this SB6's carbon construction is still top notch, and is a testament to just how far the industry has come with carbon. It's just a little bit heavier than the highest of high grade Turq, which means you're getting a bomber bike at a more attainable price point for the sacrifice of a mere claimed 260g, which is about the weight of a small cup of coffee if we put it in real world terms. Yeti pairs the SB6 frame with SRAM's new X01 Eagle drivetrain, which gives the surprisingly capable chassis an ultimate bailout gear in the form of a 50t cog.


The Switch Infinity suspension system is a key element behind the SB6's versatility. Switch Infinity originally replaced the Switch Link design, which experienced a momentary harshness when rapidly successive hits kept it hovering above the 30% stroke point. The new design has a more linear travel arc, so the eccentric link changes direction without getting caught in that minute dead spot. Of course, 95% of all riders won't ever push the Switch Link hard enough to experience this dead spot, but Yeti (being Yeti) went ahead and fixed it anyway. For those of us who are our own mechanics, Yeti also simplified maintaining the Switch Infinity by including easily accessible grease ports, which do away with the need for time-consuming rebuilds.


Aside from these updates, the two suspension systems are fairly similar. Like the Switch Link, the Switch Infinity slider travels upward under the first phase of compression, when the SB6 is settling into its sag point. As the rear end compresses deeper, the direction changes, and the DH-inspired slider travels down toward the bottom bracket shell to maintain a steady pedaling platform. This change of direction is smoother, without the above-mentioned dead space, but the effect is the same. Deep in the stroke, it works in conjunction with the upper pivot to produce a vertical wheel path that effortlessly flattens big, square-edged impacts.


Yeti's carbon fiber ethos maintains a focus on increased efficiency and decreased weight while dialing the geometry to its signature enduro standards. This involves dropping the head tube angle to a slack 65.5 degrees—down a full degree-and-a-half from Yeti's more trail-minded SB5. That, combined with the long top tube, makes for a long, low ride that can handle steep, lumpy terrain with ease and speed.


Details

  • A race-ready enduro sled that leaves a big footprint
  • Responsive Switch Infinity suspension with 6in of travel
  • Long, slack geometry sends big lines
  • Carbon construction balances light weight and stiffness
  • Boost axles increase stiffness on climbs and tracking on descents
  • One-by simplicity with a 12-speed range that tops out at 50t
  • Yeti Cycles refuses to rest on its laurels, continuously updating an already impressive model
  • Item #YTI007W
Frame Material
carbon fiber
Suspension
Switch Infinity
Rear Shock
Fox Float X Performance
Rear Travel
152mm
Fork
Fox 36 Performance
Front Travel
160mm
Headset
Cane Creek 40 inset taper
Shifters
SRAM X01 Eagle 12-speed
Front Derailleur
n/a
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 Eagle 12-speed
ISCG Tabs
yes, ISCG 05
Crankset
SRAM X1 1400 Eagle 12-speed
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP BB92
Cassette
10 - 50t SRAM 1295 Eagle 12-speed
Brakeset
SRAM Guide R
Brake Type
hydraulic disc
Rotors
180 / 180mm SRAM Centerline
Handlebar
Race Face Respond
Handlebar Width
785mm
Grips
Yeti lock-on
Stem
Race Face Respond
Stem Length
45mm
Saddle
Yeti WTB Custom
Seatpost
Race Face Turbine Dropper
Seatpost Diameter
30.9mm
Wheelset
DT Swiss E1900 Boost
Front Axle
15 x 110mm Boost thru-axle
Rear Axle
12 x 148mm Boost thru-axle
Tires
[front] Maxxis Minion DHF EXO Tubeless, [rear] Maxxis Aggressor EXO Tubeless
Tire Size
[front] 27.5 x 2.5in, [rear] 27.5 x 2.3in
Claimed Weight
30.3lb
Recommended Use
all-mountain, enduro
Manufacturer Warranty
5 years limited on frame

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