YT Decoy CORE 4 29 Review

  • 6999 €
  • Carbon
  • Shimano EP8
  • 150 mm
  • 540 WH
  • 145 mm
  • 2022
  • 29"
  • 21,8 kg
With the 29 inch wheels, the Decoy CORE 4 29 has 150 mm of travel at the fork. The frame, which sits in the shock, leaves little room for a bottle cage. Lush rubberised chains and seatstays make for quiet riding.
Shimano motors remain at the top of the engine popularity alongside Bosch motors. No wonder, as evidenced by EP8. The well-rounded motor control and the harmonious power output characterise the character of the Shimano motor. Fans of XXL tours are greatly restricted by the Decoy CORE 4 29 , because of its low range.

At a glance

The most importanten ratings of the YT Decoy CORE 4 29 in comparison to the competitor bikes of following categorie: (7000) .

Carbon is considered a premium material in the bike industry. In the price range about 7000€, aluminium is usually the frame material used. With the carbon frame, YT can clearly differentiate itself from many competitors. The high-quality Fox chassis also takes away the fear of rough root sections. Thanks to the solid power, the SRAM brakes can be counted on in the upper class segment. With four pistons and 200 millimeter rotors , YT won't take any chances in that area. At the drivetrain components and the rest of the parts, YT uses good equipment. The moderate head tube angle provides a good compromise between stability and agility when going downhill. The reach is also right there in the middle ground. The low bottom bracket height is a party pooper for the handling on the trail. On other bikes, you are more centrally located behind the handlebar. Overall, the YT developers have done a great job with a god geometry. On the scale, the Decoy CORE 4 29 makes a good figure with 21,8 kg. Most All Mountains are significantly heavier.

Value for money

If you are keen on value for money, this is your chart. It shows you at a glance how much bike you get for 6999 €.

Conclusion


Expirience with the YT Decoy CORE 4 29

If you're looking for a comfortable ride for everyday use, the Decoy CORE 4 29 isn't for you, because this bike only knows one gear when going downhill - full throttle! With a very good chassis, a very good geometry and a good brake system, it puts most of the competition in its place. The warranty of 5 years proves that YT has a lot of trust in its products.
Ludwig Döhl - emtb-test.com
YT Decoy CORE 4 29 Review
Ludwig Döhl
Bike enthusiast and founder of emtb-test.com

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technical Details

Je steiler der Winkel des Sitzrohrs ist, desto effizienter können Sie in die Pedale treten.

SIZE XXS XS S M L XL XXL
Sizing of Manufacturer
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-
SM
MD
LG
XL
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Wheelsize
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-
29
29
29
29
29
Stack
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-
614
619
623
632
641
Reach
-
-
423
443
463
483
503
Top Tube Length
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-
565
587
608
631
654
Seat Tube Length
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-
400
420
445
470
495
Seat Tube Angle
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-
77
77
77
77
77
Head Tube Length
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-
95
100
105
115
125
Head Tube Angle
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-
65,8
65,8
65,8
65,8
65,8
Bottom Bracket Drop
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-
32
32
32
32
32
Bottom Bracket Height (absolut)
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-
345
345
345
345
345
Chainstay Length
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-
458
458
458
458
458
Wheelbase
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-
1197
1219
1241
1265
1289
Standover Height
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-
744
731
718
708
697
  • Motor Shimano EP8
  • Display SC-E7000
  • Battery 540
  • Frame Carbon;Colours: Ice Green
  • Frame Material Carbon
  • Fork FOX 36 FLOAT FACTORY E-BIKE+, 29“ | 150 mm Travel | 110 x 15 mm Axle | 51mm Offset Grip2 Damper, Adjustable High- and Low-Speed Compression and Rebound, Air Pressure, Kashima Coating
  • Spring Unit air
  • Remote-Lockout no
  • Damper FOX FLOAT DPS FACTORY, Shock Length: 230 mm | Shock Stroke: 60 mm ≙ 145 mm Travel 3-pos lever, Low-Speed Compression, Low-Speed Rebound, Air Pressure, Kashima Coating
  • Gearrange 510%
  • Drivetrain 12
  • Gear Lever SHIMANO XT, M8100 | 12-speed I 2-Way-Release
  • Rear Derailleur SHIMANO XT, M8100 | Shadow Plus | 12-fach
  • Crank SHIMANO XT, M8150 | Crank Arm Length 165 mm | HOLLOWTEC
  • Cassette SHIMANO XT, M8100 | 10-51T | 12-speed I Hyperglide+
  • Brake Set SRAM CODE RSC, Rotor CENTERLINE Ø front 200 mm / rear 200 mm Adjustable Bite Point and Reach
  • Brake Rotors 200/200
  • Rims CRANKBROTHERS SYNTHESIS ALLOY E-MTB I9 1/1, Front: Aluminum Rim 29“ | Inner Width 31,5 mm | Front Hub 110 x 15 mm | Rear: Aluminum Rim 29“ | Inner Width 31,5 mm | Rear Hub 148 x 12 mm | Freehub I9 1/1 Microspline
  • Tires Front MAXXIS MINION DHF Tire Size 29“ x 2.5 WT | EXO Casing | 3C MaxxTerra Compound | Tubeless Ready
  • Tires Rear MAXXIS MINION DHR II Tire Size 29“ x 2.4 WT | EXO+ Casing | 3C MaxxTerra Compound | Tubeless Ready
  • Saddle SDG BEL Air 3.0, YT Custom | Width 140 mm I Lux-Alloy Rail
  • Seat Post YT POSTMAN, Ø 31.6 mm | 125 mm Drop (Frame Size S-M) | 150 mm Drop (Frame Size L) | 170 mm Drop (Frame Size XL-XXL) | MMX-Remote
  • Stem RENTHAL APEX 35, Length 50 mm | 35 mm Clamp | Rise +/-6°
  • Handle Bar RENTHAL FATBAR 35, Rise 30 mm | Width 780 mm | 7° Back Sweep | 5° Up Sweep
  • Handle Bar Width 780
  • Head Set ACROS AZX-260, Block Lock I High Cap I 2 Spacer 5 mm I Flatcapset
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