Yeti LTe: The Full-Power eMTB Built for Speed

Yeti Cycles has just dropped a game-changer – the Yeti LTe, their latest full-power electric mountain bike built for uncompromising speed, control and confidence. Designed with race-winning DNA, this beast isn’t just another eMTB. It’s a mountain bike first, with power to push limits further than ever before.

If you’re a UK rider looking for a high-performance e-MTB that thrives on everything from bike park laps to steep Lake District climbs or rugged Scottish descents, the LTe is here to set a new standard. We were lucky enough to ride the LTe ahead of release, for details on our thoughts head to the bottom of this blog post.

The Yeti LTe is unapologetically fast. With 160mm rear travel, 170mm fork travel, and a slack 64º head angle, this bike is built to stay stable when terrain gets rowdy. It comes set up for 29” wheels or a mullet (MX) configuration, giving you flexibility to dial in your ride style.

At its heart is Yeti’s Sixfinity suspension platform, tuned specifically for the power demands of Bosch’s CX and CX Race drive units. The result? A suspension system that feels bottomless, stays active under braking, and delivers race-ready acceleration response. Whether you’re smashing down Snowdonia’s rocky trails or flowing through Surrey Hills singletrack, the LTe stays planted and playful.

Bosch Power, UK Trail Ready

The LTe comes maxed out with Bosch’s latest CX and CX Race motors. That means up to 100Nm of torque and 750W of output, paired with an 800Wh battery (with 600Wh compatibility if you prefer to keep weight down). For epic days out, it’s also compatible with the Bosch PowerMore Range Extender, giving you an extra 250Wh to keep exploring those long Scottish Highland routes.

Riders will also appreciate the full-colour Bosch Kiox display, seamless smartphone connectivity, and hidden wireless remote controls for a sleek, rattle-free cockpit.

Tuned for Every Rider

One of the standout features of the LTe is its adjustable leverage rate. With a simple flip chip, you can fine-tune the suspension feel:

• Racy & Consistent (25%) – efficient for climbing and aggressive lines

• Balanced Ride (30%) – the sweet spot for all-round UK trail use

• Plush & Poppy (35%) – more bottom-out resistance for bike park laps

This adjustability means you can set it up for the Dyfi Laps one weekend, then tweak it for janky Lakes tech the next.

The Faster You Go The Better It Gets

The LTe is a geometry work of wonder that stays consistent whether you set it up full 29 or run mixed wheels. More importantly, it’s a unique geo that takes modern riding to the maximum. Pumping a mountain bike and using terrain to generate speed is fun. But when you unleash the LTe and let it run through, rather than around, you experience its unbelievable ability to leverage speed. The faster you go, the better it works. A flipchip lets you choose your wheel-size, but comes specced with 29″.

Carbon Layup With DH Tough Vectran Plies

Yeti’s use of Vectran was pioneered on our Special Projects bikes, offering World Cup DH toughness. The LTe carbon fiber frame is enhanced with Vectran plies, a high-performance multifilament like Kevlar offers exceptional impact resistance and contributes to overall strength. Key areas have added protection including chainstays, seatstays, top-tube and downtube.

Yeti LTe First Ride: Our Verdict

We were lucky enough to ride the LTe on some local trails before the official release. The ride feel was absolutely brilliant. The Yeti 30mm rise carbon bar had a good level of compliance, very impressive for an ‘own brand’ bar, no need to upgrade unless you have very specific needs. The handling when pointed down some rough stuff was incredible. The LTe truly living up to the marketing of uncompromised kinematics/build, the more you push the more you are rewarded with a stable platform to drive the legs through. A slack but not ridiculous head tube angle eats rocks and roots, but allows responsive steering in the UK’s classic tight turns. Top-tier!

If you’re ready to take on the UK’s toughest trails with a bike that doesn’t compromise, the Yeti LTe should be at the top of your list. It’s not cheap, but then again, the best never is.

This is a full-power eMTB designed to handle absolutely anything.

The Yeti LTe stock is arriving soon at Wheelbase. To reserve your bike email: info@wheelbase.co.uk