Whyte T-160: suspension setup & specs
The Whyte T-160 is an enduro bike with 160 mm of fork travel and 150 mm at the rear. Below you will find all 2 current builds with fork, shock and shock size, plus SAG values in millimetres and a tyre pressure table.
Calculate the setup for your Whyte T-160 →
All builds
Fork, shock, shock size (eye-to-eye length × stroke) and rear travel, weight and price according to the manufacturer. Wheel size: 29.
| Build | Fork | Shock | Shock size | Rear travel | Weight | RRP | Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RS | RockShox Lyrik Ultimate RC2 (160 mm) | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RC2T | – | 150 mm | – | – | Setup → |
| S | RockShox Lyrik (160 mm) | RockShox Deluxe Select + RT | 210x55 | 150 mm | – | – | Setup → |
How it compares
With 160 mm of fork travel, the Whyte T-160 is on the shorter side; the median of the 41 comparable bikes in the “enduro bike” category is 170 mm. The fork has 10 mm more travel than the rear end with 150 mm – a common layout that takes load off the front on steep terrain. On travel, it slots in between the Whyte T-140 and the Whyte Sythe in the Whyte range. The frame is made of aluminium.
Whyte uses RockShox suspension throughout. The fork line-up ranges from the RockShox Lyrik Ultimate RC2 to the RockShox Lyrik.
Setup notes for this spec
- Fork (RockShox Lyrik Ultimate RC2): air goes in through the valve on top of the left leg. After every change, compress the fork firmly a few times before measuring SAG.
- Rebound: on RockShox suspension the rebound adjuster is red. Always count clicks from fully closed (clockwise to the stop) so you can return to any setting.
- Air shock (RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RC2T): measure SAG in your riding position, ideally with a helper holding the bike. Cycle the shock a few times after every pressure change.
Target SAG for the Whyte T-160
SAG is the share of travel your weight already uses in the riding position. The table gives it straight in millimetres – read the O-ring on the stanchion and on the shock shaft and adjust the air pressure until it matches. Any figures from Whyte take priority.
160 mm fork (RS)
| Riding style | Fork SAG |
|---|---|
| XC / touring | 17 % = 27 mm |
| Trail | 20 % = 32 mm |
| Enduro / rough | 22 % = 35 mm |
| Bike park | 20 % = 32 mm |
160 mm fork, 55.0 mm shock stroke (S)
| Riding style | Fork SAG | Shock SAG |
|---|---|---|
| XC / touring | 17 % = 27 mm | 24 % = 13.2 mm on the shock shaft |
| Trail | 20 % = 32 mm | 28 % = 15.4 mm on the shock shaft |
| Enduro / rough | 22 % = 35 mm | 30 % = 16.5 mm on the shock shaft |
| Bike park | 20 % = 32 mm | 27 % = 14.9 mm on the shock shaft |
How to measure SAG is explained in our guide SAG setup.
Tyre pressure starting values
For 2.40″ wide tyres, tubeless with a trail casing. With an inner tube about 0.2 bar (2.9 psi) more, with an insert about 0.1 bar (1.5 psi) less. Stock tyres: Maxxis Assegai TR 29" x 2.5" 60TPI, EXO Sidewall Protection, 3C Maxx Terra, Front, Maxxis Minion DHR II TR 29" x 2.4" WT 120TPI, EXO+ Sidewall Protection, Dual Compound, Rear.
| Ready-to-ride weight | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
| 60 kg | 1.43 bar (21 psi) | 1.63 bar (24 psi) |
| 70 kg | 1.55 bar (22 psi) | 1.75 bar (25 psi) |
| 80 kg | 1.67 bar (24 psi) | 1.87 bar (27 psi) |
| 90 kg | 1.79 bar (26 psi) | 1.99 bar (29 psi) |
| 100 kg | 1.91 bar (28 psi) | 2.11 bar (31 psi) |
| 110 kg | 2.03 bar (29 psi) | 2.23 bar (32 psi) |
| 120 kg | 2.15 bar (31 psi) | 2.35 bar (34 psi) |
Air pressure in the fork and shock
You will find a suitable starting pressure on the sticker on the fork stanchion (or on the shock) or in the suspension manufacturers’ setup charts. Our calculator gives you a starting value including rebound for your weight and riding style. What matters afterwards is the measured SAG from the table above.