{"id":63274,"date":"2024-05-02T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-02T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ee09f6a9-c584-4988-b3b3-00e95e9bdaa9"},"modified":"2024-05-02T16:59:41","modified_gmt":"2024-05-02T14:59:41","slug":"oisin-ocallaghans-yt-tues-we-put-the-new-downhill-bike-under-the-microscope-at-the-fort-william-world-cup","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/oisin-ocallaghans-yt-tues-we-put-the-new-downhill-bike-under-the-microscope-at-the-fort-william-world-cup\/","title":{"rendered":"Oisin O’Callaghan’s YT Tues | We put the new downhill bike under the microscope at the Fort William World Cup"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fourth-generation Tues now has a flip chip, enabling you to run a mullet setup <\/p>

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Published: Thursday, 02 May 2024 at 14:00 PM<\/p>

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YT has unveiled the fourth generation of its Tues downhill bike at Fort William ahead of the 2024 UCI Downhill World Cup.<\/p>

Like its predecessor, the new Tues uses YT\u2019s Virtual 4 Link (V4L) suspension system, providing 200mm of rear travel. But the linkage now features a Flip Link flip chip, enabling you to run the bike with a mullet wheel size for the first time.<\/p>

For consumers, the Tues is only available in two spec levels built around a carbon fibre frameset. Prices start at \u00a33,999 \/ $3,990 \/ \u20ac3,999 for the Core 2, while the top-of-the-range Core 4 is priced at \u00a35,999 \/ $5,990 \/ \u20ac5,999.<\/p>

For racing fans, we’re in Fort William ahead of this weekend’s season-opening DH World Cup, so have taken a closer look at YT MOB rider Oisin O\u2019Callaghan\u2019s new YT Tues, custom-built with a TRP drivetrain.<\/p>

Carbon-only construction<\/h2>
The new YT Tues is only available with a carbon frame. This is YT MOB rider Oisin O\u2019Callaghan\u2019s custom-built bike. – Max Wilman \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
The first thing that stands out from the previous Tues is the new integrated fork bump-stops at the top of the down tube.<\/p>
We\u2019ve seen many manufacturers include this feature on their latest downhill bikes<\/a>, including but not limited to the latest Saracen Myst<\/a>.<\/p>
The design protects your frame and stanchions when over-rotating the handlebar.<\/p>
$\"Oisin$
There are now integrated fork bump-stops. – Max Wilman \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
The bike\u2019s frame is made from YT\u2019s Ultra Modulus Carbon Fibre.\u00a0<\/p>
Unlike the previous generation of the Tues, there is no aluminium option. We asked YT if there was one in the pipeline, but we\u2019ve yet to hear back.<\/p>
Flip Link linkage for mullet compatibility<\/h2>
$\"Oisin$
The bike has gained a flip chip so you can run a mullet-wheel setup. – Max Wilman \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
The bike uses the V4L suspension system, which YT says provides sensitivity off the top, with good mid-stroke support and plenty of end-stroke progressivity.<\/p>
Built into the linkage is YT’s new party piece, the Flip Link flip chip<\/a>, which enables riders to swap between a full 29in wheel or 29in front and 27.5in rear mullet-wheel setup<\/a>.<\/p>
Previously, you had to swap out parts of the linkage to adjust the bike\u2019s geometry<\/a> for a mixed setup, but now the Flip Link enables you to switch between 29in and 27.5in wheels.\u00a0<\/p>
While this is not new tech, it will be a welcome feature for those looking for a mullet downhill bike and wanting to capitalise on YT\u2019s reputation for offering value for money.<\/p>
SRAM UDH and more practical tweaks<\/h2>
$\"Oisin$
The fourth-generation bike has also adopted SRAM’s UDH. – Max Wilman \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
YT has also updated the rear dropout to use SRAM\u2019s Universal Derailleur Hanger<\/a> (UDH). This should make finding spares at the park or track a lot easier.<\/p>
Replaceable shock hardware inserts are now used too, which YT says will prevent you having to sacrifice the frame if you strip the bolt threads.<\/p>
In another win for home mechanics, YT has replaced the press-fit bottom bracket with a threaded bottom bracket<\/a> \u2013 hopefully making for less creaky cranking and easier servicing.<\/p>
A large frame protector on the underside of the down tube provides cover from rock strikes.\u00a0<\/p>
The driveside chainstay and seatstay feature wrap-around protectors to minimise chain-slapping noise.\u00a0<\/p>
YT Tues geometry<\/h2>
$\"Oisin$
The Flip Link means you can adjust the head angle. – Max Wilman \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
The new YT Tues will be available in five sizes, ranging from S to XXL, with all bikes being mullet-compatible.<\/p>
Reach measurements increase in 20mm increments, with the size S measuring 430mm and the XXL topping out at 510mm \u2013 15mm longer than the previous model.<\/p>
The Flip Link flip chip adds head-angle adjustability, giving you the choice of 63.2 degrees or 63.5 degrees.<\/p>
This also gives 5mm of BB height adjustment, though these can\u2019t be tuned independently.<\/p>
YT has given the bike size-specific chainstay lengths as well as a separate adjustable long\/short flip chip that brings 5mm of adjustment to the rear end.<\/p>
S to L frames feature 438mm or 443mm chainstays in the MX position and 440mm or 445mm in the 29in position.<\/p>
The XL to XXL models are 10mm longer at 448mm or 453mm, and 450mm or 455mm.<\/p>
Oisin O\u2019Callaghan’s custom YT Tues Core 4<\/h2>
$\"Close-up$
O’Callaghan’s drivetrain uses a rear derailleur and cranks from TRP. – Max Wilman \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
YT-sponsored riders have the option of custom spec on their downhill bikes.<\/p>
O\u2019Callaghan has decided to spec Fox\u2019s gold 50th-anniversary Float 40 Factory suspension fork<\/a> on his YT Tues Core 4 instead of the standard orange fork.\u00a0<\/p>
The Irish rider runs his fork with 94psi and the DHX2 Factory rear shock<\/a> with a 475lb coil.<\/p>
$\"Close$
O’Callaghan is running TRP brakes. – Max Wilman \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
He also rides with TRP\u2019s DH-R EVO brakes matched to 223mm rotors.<\/p>
His rear derailleur of choice is TRP\u2019s EVO 7, which is paired with Ochain\u2019s latest unadjustable anti-pedal-kickback chainring. The chainring is claimed to improve suspension performance by reducing the chain’s effect on the system.<\/p>
The 20-year-old uses Continental\u2019s Kryptol tyres rather than the Maxxis Assegai mountain bike tyres<\/a> found on the stock Tues Core 4 bike.\u00a0<\/p>
$\"Oisin$
Oisin O’Callaghan has made a few custom tweaks to his Tues Core 4 ahead of the opening DH World Cup of the 2024 season. – Max Wilman \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
O’Callaghan also appears to have a different Renthal handlebar and mountain bike grips from the off-the-shelf bike.\u00a0<\/p>
Despite the option to run the new Tues with a mullet setup, O\u2019Callaghan uses 29in wheels front and rear.<\/p>
2024 YT Tues specs and prices<\/h2>
This weekend’s racing will give us the chance to see O\u2019Callaghan’s new YT Tues in action. As for the consumer line-up, YT is offering two models with the specs as follows.<\/p>
YT Tues Core 2<\/h3>
$\"Pack$
The YT Tues Core 2 has a RockShox Boxxer Base fork and Super Deluxe Coil Select shock. – YT<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Fork: <\/strong>RockShox Boxxer Base, 200mm<\/li>
Shock:<\/strong> RockShox Super Deluxe Coil Select<\/li>
Drivetrain:<\/strong> SRAM GX DH 7-speed<\/li>
Brakes: <\/strong>SRAM DB8<\/li>
Wheels: <\/strong>SunRingle Duroc SD 37 Comp<\/li>
Tyres: <\/strong>Maxxis Assegai DH 2.5 3C MaxxGrip DH TR<\/li>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a33,999 \/ $3,999 \/ \u20ac3,999<\/li><\/ul>
\u00a0YT Tues Core 4<\/h3>
$\"Pack$
The top-tier YT Tues Core 4 gets a Fox Float 40 Factory fork and DHX2 Factory shock. – YT<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Fork:<\/strong> Fox Float 40 Factory, 200mm<\/li>
Shock:<\/strong> Fox DHX2 Factory<\/li>
Drivetrain: <\/strong>SRAM XO1 DH 7-speed<\/li>
Brakes: <\/strong>TRP DH-R EVO<\/li>
Wheels:<\/strong> Crankbrothers Synthesis DH Alloy I9<\/li>
Tyres:<\/strong> Maxxis Assegai DH 2.5 3C MaxxGrip DH TR<\/li>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a35,999 \/ $5,999 \/ \u20ac5,999<\/li><\/ul> <\/body><\/html>\n
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Oisin O\u2019Callaghan’s custom YT Tues Core 4<\/h2>O’Callaghan’s drivetrain uses a rear derailleur and cranks from TRP. – Max Wilman \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>YT-sponsored riders have the option of custom spec on their downhill bikes.<\/p>

2024 YT Tues specs and prices<\/h2>This weekend’s racing will give us the chance to see O\u2019Callaghan’s new YT Tues in action. As for the consumer line-up, YT is offering two models with the specs as follows.<\/p>

2024 YT Tues specs and prices<\/h2>
This weekend’s racing will give us the chance to see O\u2019Callaghan’s new YT Tues in action. As for the consumer line-up, YT is offering two models with the specs as follows.<\/p>