2023 Yeti SB165 Inventory

A bike that covers you at home and beyond.

Searching for a bike for the steepest, angriest, and most vengeful trails? It's the 2023 Yeti SB165. Offering a 180mm fork and 165mm rear travel, along with a 63.5-degree head angle and 77-degree seat tube angle. The leverage ratio works with coil and air shocks. Go with whatever has the best feel for your rides.

The short fork offset design brings the front axle back closer to you. Better for tight corners and getting more weight on the front wheel. Internal cable routing keeps things tidy while preventing rattling or rub sounds. You can focus on the serene sounds of the paths you're shredding. Enjoy an integrated headset and an in-frame water bottle amount.

There's also room for 2.6" tires for optimal ground clearance. Roll over the biggest obstacles like it's nothing. This bike is rated to Yeti downhill standards, so you know it can perform anywhere. It's also Red Bull Rampage podium proven, and the choice of Reed Boggs and Robin Goomes. Need we say more?

Key Details

  • Front Travel

    180mm

  • Rear Travel

    165mm

  • Wheel Size

    27.5"

  • 2023 Yeti SB165 in Black
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Specifications

2023 Yeti SB165

KIT C1 C2 T1 T4
MSRP $6,700 $7,100 $9,400 (FRAME ONLY $5,200) $12,000 (FRAME ONLY $5,200)
FORK FOX PERFORMANCE 38/180MM FOX PERFORMANCE 38/180MM FORK FOX FACTORY 38 GRIP 2/180MM FOX FACTORY 38 GRIP 2 180MM
SHOCK FOX FACTORY DHX2 2 POS LEVER FOX FACTORY DHX2 2 POS LEVER SHOCK FOX FACTORY DHX2 2 POS LEVER FOX FACTORY DHX2 2 POS LEVER SLS SPRING
TIRE (F) MAXXIS ASSEGAI 2.5 EXO+ MAXXIS ASSEGAI 2.5 EXO+ MAXXIS ASSEGAI 2.5 EXO+ MAXXIS ASSEGAI 2.5 EXO+
TIRE (R) MAXXIS MINION DHR II 2.4 EXO+ MAXXIS MINION DHR II 2.4 EXO+ MAXXIS MINION DHR II 2.4 EXO+ MAXXIS MINION DHR II 2.4 EXO+
ROTOR (F) SHIMANO 220 SRAM CENTERLINE 220 SRAM CENTERLINE 220 SRAM CENTERLINE 220
ROTOR (R) SHIMANO 203 SRAM CENTERLINE 200 SRAM CENTERLINE 200 SRAM CENTERLINE 200
HEADSET CANE CREEK 40 INTEGRATED CANE CREEK 40 INTEGRATED CANE CREEK 40 INTEGRATED CANE CREEK 110 INTEGRATED
WHEELSET DT SWISS E1900 30MM DT SWISS E1900 30MM DT SWISS CUSTOM EX1700 30MM DT SWISS CUSTOM EX1700 30MM
BB SHIMANO XT BB92 SRAM DUB BB92 SRAM DUB BB92 SRAM DUB BB92
GRIPS ODI ELITE PRO ODI ELITE PRO ODI ELITE PRO ODI ELITE PRO
BAR BURGTEC RIDE WIDE ALLOY ENDURO 35X800MM 35MM RISE BURGTEC RIDE WIDE ALLOY ENDURO 35X800MM YETI CARBON 35X800MM YETI CARBON 35X800MM
STEM BURGTEC ENDURO MK3 35X50MM BURGTEC ENDURO MK3 35X50MM BURGTEC ENDURO MK3 35X50MM BURGTEC ENDURO MK3 35X50MM
CRANK SHIMANO SLX 30T 170MM SRAM GX EAGLE 30T 170MM SRAM X1 EAGLE 30T 170MM SRAM X01 EAGLE 30T 170MM
SEAT SILVERADO CUSTOM SILVERADO CUSTOM SILVERADO CUSTOM ERGON SM ENDURO SADDLE
BRAKES SHIMANO SLX 4 PISTON SRAM CODE R SRAM CODE RSC SRAM CODE RSC
DERAILLEUR SHIMANO SLX SRAM GX EAGLE SRAM X01 EAGLE SRAM XX1 EAGLE AXS
CASSETTE SHIMANO SLX 10-51 SRAM GX EAGLE 1275 10-52 SRAM X01 EAGLE 1295 10-52 SRAM XX1 EAGLE 1299 10-52
CHAIN SHIMANO SLX* SRAM GX EAGLE* SRAM GX EAGLE* SRAM XX1 EAGLE*
SHIFTER SHIMANO XT SRAM GX EAGLE SRAM X01 EAGLE SRAM EAGLE AXS
POST ONEUP DROPPER POST 31.6MM / SM: 150MM, MD: 180MM, LG-XL: 210MM ONEUP DROPPER POST 31.6MM / SM: 150MM, MD: 180MM, LG-XL: 210MM FOX TRANSFER 31.6MM / SM: 150MM, MD: 175MM, LG-XL: 200MM FOX TRANSFER 31.6MM / SM: 150MM, MD: 175MM, LG-XL: 200MM
UPGRADES FACTORY SUSPENSION FACTORY SUSPENSION DT SWISS 30MM CARBON DT SWISS EXC 1501 30MM CARBON
*ALL SB165 KITS COME WITH A ONEUP CHAIN GUIDE STANDARD

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Switch Infinity

The translating pivot switches directions as the bike moves. Providing a tailored anti-squat curve and independently-tuned leverage ratio.

Geometry

2023 Yeti SB165

180MM FORK SM MD LG XL
SEAT TUBE LENGTH 380 410 450 495
EFF. TOP TUBE LENGTH 567 598.5 621.5 649.4
HEAD TUBE ANGLE 63.5 63.5 63.5 63.5
EFF. SEAT TUBE ANGLE 77 77 77 76.9
CHAINSTAY LENGTH 433 433 433 433
WHEELBASE 1197.7 1230.2 1255.2 1285.2
ESTIMATED BB HEIGHT 344.9 344.9 344.9 344.9
STANDOVER 710.4 716.3 723.4 746.7
HEAD TUBE LENGTH 104.8 110.4 121.6 132.8
FORK (AXLE TO CROWN) 569.1 569.1 569.1 569.1
FORK (OFFSET) 37.5 37.5 37.5 37.5
STACK 594.9 599.9 609.9 619.9
REACH 430.1 460.1 480.1 505.1
FRONT CENTER 764.7 797.2 822.2 852.2
VERTICAL FORK TRAVEL 161.1 161.1 161.1 161.1
Bike Geometry Chart
2023 Yeti SB165 Inventory

Frequently Asked Questions

2023 Yeti SB165

  • What's the difference between the TURQ and Carbon Series SB165?

    TURQ Series bikes have the highest quality carbon fiber available to optimize their weight, stiffness and durability. Carbon Series bikes have a modified carbon fiber layup. So they have the same stiffness and durability, but they weigh more.

  • What's Switch Infinity technology?

    The suspension has a patented translating pivot that switches directions as the bike moves through its travel. This provides anti-squat characteristics for superior pedaling performance. It also maintains re responsive suspension characteristics throughout the travel.

  • Does Switch Infinity require any maintenance?

    It has external grease ports to lube the bushings and seals. Re-grease it after 40 hours of riding. You should also clean off any excess dust and dirt throughout the week.

  • Does this bike have ISCG mounts?

    Yes, integrated ISCG '05 mounts. It works best with low-profile modern guides. Some older models with larger upper guides might not fit. You should always do a fit-check with a specific chainguide to see what works.

  • What travel fork is this bike made to use?

    180mm fork, but you can run up to 200mm. It will slacken the head and seat tube angles and raise the bottom bracket. You can also run a shorter fork. It will steepen the head and seat tube angles and lower the bottom bracket.

  • What's the maximum tire size for this bike?

    Up to 2.6" tires. It has great tire clearance but sizes vary by manufacturers, so there's no number that works for all brands.

  • Can I use plus size tires on this bike?

    Yes, up to 2.6".

  • What size rotor fits on the frame?

    203mm with a brake adaptor, 180mm without.

  • What type of shock does this bike use?

    230x65mm coil-sprung shock.

  • What type of shock hardware does this bike use?

    M8x36mm hardware on the air can side, and a custom Yeti reducer on the shaft side.

  • Can I put an air shock on this bike?

    Yes, it's compatible with air and coil-sprung shocks.

  • What cranks and bottom bracket can I use on this bike?

    PF92 (92mm) bottom bracket and only wide "q" factor cranks. It readily works with Shimano, SRAM, and RaceFace cranks. You have to do a fit check for other brands.

  • What rear wheel axle fits on this bike?

    Yeti or Shimano 14mmx12mm E-Thru rear axle.

  • What type of headset does this bike use?

    Integrated 41mm/52mm tapered headset. The bearings are contained in the head tube, giving you a lower ride height, more stiffness, and easier installation.

  • What's the largest single-chainring I can use on this bike?

    It depends on the crank chainline and the chainring shape. Shimano/SRAM Boost cranks: 34t round/32t oval. RaceFace 52mm chainline cranks: 34t round/32t oval. Minimum chainring size: 28t round/30t oval. For more information, ask your local dealer or call Yeti at (303) 278-6909.

  • What's the recommended spring rate for this bike?

    Choose the spring rate that gets you as close to 30% sag as possible. This percentage supplied with the frame is optimal for most riders for the frame size. You can buy extra spring rates through FOX or your local bike shop.

  • What size seat post and seat collar does this bike use?

    31.6mm seat post and 36.4mm seat collar.

  • What's the longest travel dropper post I can run on this bike?

    It depends on your inseam. You can run any travel as long as you're above the minimum insert mark. Also as long as your tires don't rub on your saddle or your dropper doesn't bottom out in the frame. Yeti runs 125mm drop on XS/SM frames, 150mm drop on MD, and 175mm drop on LG/XL.

  • Can I run a stealth seat post dropper on this bike?

    Yes, it has routing options for stealth only.

  • Can I use an angleset on this bike?

    It's made with an integrated headset with the cups molded into the frame, so you can easily drop the bearings into the cups. There are some aftermarket anglesets for this style headset, but the frame wasn't tested for them, so they shouldn't be used. Yeti's warranty is also void if one is installed.

  • Can I make this a mullet bike with a 29" wheel/front fork?

    Yes, but it's not recommended. It would slacken the the geo a bit. The head and seat tube angles get slacker and the bottom bracket gets higher. Some people like these changes and some don't. You can decide for yourself.

  • Can I replace or modify any Yeti frame parts?

    You should only replace them with genuine Yeti parts. Yeti can't qualify and ensure other products are safe to use on its frames. If you use parts from other brands, all warranties will be voided, and you assume full liability.

  • Can I change or upgrade the spec components?

    Some parts from Fox, Shimano, SRAM and other brands are standardized. Check with a mechanic to make sure your parts are the correct standard. And make sure they're correctly and securely mounted to the bike without any interference.

  • Can I fit a water bottle in the front triangle?

    Yes, it fits a standard-sized water bottle in the front triangle with a piggy-back shock. Use a side-entry cage for easy access.

  • What's the warranty on this bike?

    Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty.