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Whyte801
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Origin
The 801 sits below Whyte's 900-series enduro hardtails, offering a more accessible trail geometry and component specification for riders stepping up from beginner bikes or cross-country hardtails. It shares the hydroformed alloy frame construction of the wider Whyte hardtail family but runs less aggressive head angles and lighter-duty components suited to moderate trail riding.
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Specifications
- Frame
- 6061 Alloy hydroformed T6 aluminium, multi-butted, tapered headtube, internal cable routing
- Drivetrain
- Shimano Deore 1x11 or 1x12 (build-year dependent)
- Brakes
- Shimano hydraulic disc (MT400 or similar), 180mm rotors
- Wheels
- 27.5" alloy rims, tubeless-ready (WTB or similar)
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The verdict
+Strengths
- Hydroformed alloy frame quality from a proven UK manufacturer
- Maxxis Forekaster tires roll faster than plus-width alternatives for mixed terrain
- Accessible price point (~£1,099) with genuine trail capability
−Weaknesses
- Less aggressive geometry limits capability on steep enduro terrain vs the 900-series
- Shimano Deore 1x11 is adequate but lower tier than the SRAM Eagle setups on 900-series
- Component spec has varied across versions — confirm current build before purchase
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