Whyte

905 TRAIL

PRICE

:£1467.11

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	Improved and redeveloped frame for 2009 season, with new geometry and a new butted 6061 tubeset for a sharper and more precise ride
	Shimano SLX/XT transmission for great value but faultless shifting performance
	Rockshox Reba SL suspension fork with 120mm of travel and Maxle lite through axle
	Proven UK specific trail geometry and great value for money offering a very high quality frame and ride quality with no performance compromises


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BB30

BB30 is the new standard for bottom brackets. The bearings are pressed directly into the frame for a lighter and stiffer interface between the crank and the frame. The axle of the crank can also be larger - allowing the use of aluminium for even lighter weight, but maintaining (or improving) the stiffness.

GETTA GRIPPER

Whytes unique quick release seat clamp doesn't have a slot, but instead uses a pad pressing through a window in the frame, for a lower clamping pressure while holding the seatpost secure. Approved by Easton for their carbon seatposts, the Getta Grip system is fast, secure and doesn't allow mud and dirt into the seat tube like a traditional slot.

19 DROPOUT

The Whyte 19 CNC adjustable dropouts allow the user to easily adjust the geometry and wheel base of the bike – the chainstays can be adjusted from 415mm to 435mm. Bike can be run singlespeed, and dropouts are easily replaced in the unlikely event of damage due to accident.

MAXLE LITE

All the convenience of a quick release, but with the stiffness benefits of a 20mm through axle. Completely tool free.

MODEL	905
COLOR	Gloss Cool Gray
SIZES	S, M, L
FRAME	6061 Hydro Formed T6 Aluminium, Custom Drawn and Multi Butted
FORK	RockShox Reba SL, Maxle Light 120mm Travel, Motion Control Damping with TurnKey Lock-out
HEADSET	FSA Orbit X/CF, Sealed Cartridge Bearings
REAR HUB	Hope II Pro Disc Hub 32 Hole with Shimano XT QR
FRONT HUB	Whyte 905
SPOKES	DT Competition Butted 1.8-1.6-1.8mm, Black Stainless with Brass Nipples
RIMS	Mavic XM-317, 32 Hole
TIRE	Panaracer Cinder 26 X 2.25" with Kevlar Bead
SHIFT LEVERS	Shimano SLX
FRONT DERAILLEUR	Shimano SLX
REAR DERAILLEUR	Shimano XT
CASSETTE	Shimano SLX 11-34
CHAIN	SRAM PC-971
CRANKSET	Shimano SLX FC-M660, 44/32/22 with Hollowtech II Arms
BOTTOM BRACKET	Shimano Big Pipe Billet Integrated with Crankset
SEATPOST	Easton EA50, 30.9mm x 350mm
SEAT	Fi'zi:k Gobi XM with Mag Rails
STEM	Easton EA50, 31.8mm Bar Clamp, 70mm XS & S, 80mm M, 90mm L
BAR	Easton MonkeyBar XC Mid Rise, 31.8mm ODe
GRIPS	Whyte Semi Lock-on's
BRAKES	Hayes Stroker Carbon, 180mm Front and 160mm Rear Rotors
BRAKE LEVERS	Hayes Stroker Carbon
PEDALS	None

SIZE	HEAD ANGLE	SEAT ANGLE	TOP TUBE	BB HEIGHT	STAND OVER	WHEEL BASE	CHAIN STAY	SEAT POST	HEAD TUBE

S	68	72.5	565.1mm	314.1mm	754.7mm	1076mm	425mm	30.9mm	122mm
M	68	72.5	584.5mm	314.1mm	780.1mm	1096.2mm	425mm	30.9mm	132mm
L	68	72.5	609.6mm	314.1mm	803.4mm	1123mm	425mm	30.9mm	152mm

19 AND 905 TESTS AND REVIEWS


	MBR - April 09 The Whyte 19 Trail Titanium is the bike made by NASA's experts Litespeed in the US - but it's still wholly designed in the UK for the tough Brit market and conditions. Whyte has definitely raised the bar with this bike and hasn't fallen into the trap of just making a titanium race bike. This is a once in-a-lifetime purchase and you are getting a superbly crafted piece of kit.

	What Mountain Bike - January 09 Whyte's 905 is our clear winner! The stiffer front is the perfect platform for the Reba fork, creating a bike that loves to be pushed hard in technical situations. The mid-travel fork and confident geometry keep it predictable on all terrain. Add low weight, responsive wheels and a good power kick and you're ready to race. But the compliant rear end means it will cruise all day too. Its quality kit and competitive price make this a superb all-round hardtail.

	What Mountain Bike - April 08 In terms of frame and handling, the light, laid-back yet agile 905 is the best bike here. It has the natural aptitude and attitude to tackle anything from XC racing and spic wilderness rides to techy singletrack and it will instantly flatter whatever skills and fitness yu have. Howevr good the framer and other bits are, though, the Recon fork definitely makes it look a very average deal in terms of value.

	Singletrack - December 08 In the gaudy and hyped-up world of modern mountain bikes the hardtail Whyte 19 came as a refreshing palette cleanser. A genuine all-rounder: very capable at everything I threw at it without ever feeling like a compromise. If I had to choose the fabled 'one-bike-for-everything' it would be the Whyte 19.

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