YT Industries has its roots in the gravity sector. So it's no wonder that the Forchheim-based company also has a knack for e-enduro bikes. The centrepiece of the Decoy Shred is a stylish carbon frame with a solidly mounted four-bar rear triangle. The Shimano E8000 motor is powered by a 540 watt-hour battery developed in-house. This sits securely in the down tube, secured with two bolts. The suspension consists of a solid steel spring shock at the rear and the brand-new 38 mm Fox Performance at the front. For the wheels, YT relies on the tried and tested 29/27.5-inch mix. With these key data, nothing can go wrong. Downhill, the bike scores top marks. It is agile and playful to ride and still provides a lot of confidence on the downhill. Just hold on tight - the stiff fork does a great job of guiding you, and thanks to the flat geometry you can pull the bike out of any tricky situation. The compact, flat geometry and the short chainstays make the Decoy a lot of fun on the descents, we would only replace the 2.8 plus rear tyre with a 2.6 tyre with a stronger casing. Uphill, the Shred wants to be used more as a shuttle to the downhill start. It is less fond of overly steep, technical climbs - a tribute to the compact riding position, the short chainstays and the relatively slack seat tube angle. If in doubt, sporty riders should go for the larger size, as the reach is compact. Decoy owners are currently struggling with the fact that replacement batteries cannot be ordered. In response to our enquiry, the direct mail order company has promised that the battery will be available in the fourth quarter of 2020. However, the originally announced larger battery (700 Wh) is not in sight.
Test summary of the YT Industries Decoy Shred:
The YT Decoy Shred lives up to its name: a fun machine with compact geometry and powerful suspension. Great in the bike park and on rough trails. Chic design.
YT Industries Decoy Shred 29/27.5+" - model year 2020/2021
Reach height⁴ 1267 hm
Average speed 18.43 km/h
Price 5999 Euro
Drive
Engine Shimano Steps E8000
Maximum torque 70 Nm
Battery¹ / weight² / price Replacement battery YT, 540 Wh, 3676 g / 699 Euro
Circuit Shimano XT (12-speed)
Translation (v. / h. ) 36; 10-51
Display / Size Shimano E7000 / 13 x 37 mm
Equipment
Max. system weight 150 kg
Fork/damper Fox Float 38 Performance / Fox DHX2 Coil Performance
Suspension travel¹ (f./h.) 170 mm / 165 mm
Telescopic support / lift YT Postman / 150 mm
Brake / Disc Ø (front / rear) Sram Code R / 200 mm / 200 mm
Impellers e13 E-Spec 30/35 system wheels
Wheel size 29 / 27,5+''
Tyres Maxxis Assegai Exo 3C 29x2.5 / DHR II Exo+ 3C 29x2.8
Measured values²
Sizes / frame material S / M / L / XL / XXL / Carbon/aluminium
Weight 24.5 kg
Centre of gravity height 521 mm
Handlebar width 800 mm
Crank length / Q-factor 165 mm / 182 mm
Reach / Stack 456 mm / 629 mm
EMTB test judgement³ VERY GOOD (351 points)
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You can find these seven E-MTB enduro bikes in the comparison test:
- Cannondale Moterra Neo 2
- Cube Stereo Hybrid 160 HPC
- Giant Reign E+ 1 Pro
- KTM Macina Prowler Master
- Moustache Samedi 29 Game 6
- Specialised Kenevo Comp
- YT Industries Decoy Shred
¹Manufacturer's specification
²Determined on the test stands in the EMTB test laboratory, weight without pedals.
The judgement reflects the subjective impression of the testers and the results of the reach measurement and laboratory tests. The EMTB judgement is independent of price. EMTB judgements: super (from 355 points), very good (from 320 points), good (from 285 points), satisfactory (from 250 points), with weaknesses (from 215 points), below insufficient.
⁴Determined on the roller test bench in the EMTB laboratory at the highest support level, constant incline without flat sections, 130 watts of pedalling power from the rider, 85 kg rider weight.
