Yeti ASR C2 Bike w/RockShox SID Ultimate Fork
-
RA price match promise
-
Pay later with
,
and
In-store pickup only for this product.
Pickup available at RA Cycles - Brooklyn
Normalmente pronto em 24 horas
Questions about this product?
Questions about this product?
What size do I need?
What size do I need?
Schedule a Bike Fit in Walnut Creek, CA.
Schedule a Bike Fit in Brooklyn, NY. Please call 718-636-5242
Yeti ASR C2 Bike w/RockShox SID Ultimate Fork
Yeti ASR C2 Bike w/RockShox SID Ultimate Fork Info
The Yeti ASR is built to be the best XC mountain bike Yeti has ever made — and the Yeti ASR C2 Bike w/RockShox SID Ultimate Fork is how you get there for $6,200. The C2 shares the ASR’s geometry, suspension architecture, travel, and integrated frame features with the higher-tier builds. The key differences are C-Series carbon instead of TURQ-Series, a RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock instead of Ultimate, and SRAM GX Eagle mechanical shifting instead of X01 or AXS. What doesn’t change: the 115mm flex stay suspension, the 66.5° head tube angle, the Hangerless Interface, the integrated rear fender, the dual water bottle mounts, and the shorter seat tube that allows longer dropper posts than most XC bikes accommodate.
Yeti’s C-Series is their standard-grade carbon construction, a step below the TURQ-Series custom ply engineering that defines the top ASR builds. That gap shows primarily in weight and ride feel — the C-Series frame is stiffer and heavier than TURQ by a measurable margin, but it’s still a full carbon XC frame with the same geometry Yeti designed for racing. The flex stay suspension design has Yeti roots going back to 2003 and has been refined for modern kinematics on every build level — C-Series included. The SL Rocker Link, the near-linear leverage rate curve, and the 20% sag recommendation carry through unchanged.
The product name singles out the RockShox SID Ultimate fork because it’s the upgrade that defines this build. Base C-Series ASR builds come with a lower-spec fork; the C2 steps up to the same SID Ultimate found on T2 and T3 builds. The rear shock is a RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ 3P — 3P indicating Predictive Steering compliance, which keeps the suspension geometry consistent under braking loads. It’s a quality unit and the right pairing for an XC-focused build at this price. The Fox Transfer SL Performance Elite dropper runs 125mm on XS and S frames, 150mm on medium through XL, taking advantage of the ASR’s unobstructed seat tube design.
The cockpit spec on the C2 reflects a broader trail orientation than the tighter T-tier builds. The Burgtec Ride Wide Alloy bar runs 760mm wide — 20mm wider than the T-tier ASR cockpit — and the Burgtec Enduro MK3 stem is a short 50mm. These dimensions prioritize stability on technical terrain and descents over the efficient sprint position of a dedicated race cockpit. If you’re planning to race XC on this bike, a narrower bar swap is easy; if you’re primarily trail riding or racing courses with technical descents, the stock setup works well as-is.
Design Benefits
- RockShox SID Ultimate Fork — The fork is the standout spec at this build level. The SID Ultimate is the same fork Yeti runs on the T2 and T3, and it defines how this bike feels at the front end. TwistLoc capability routes internally through the frame for clean integration, and the SID Ultimate’s suspension performance is not compromised by the rest of the C2’s build spec.
- SRAM GX Eagle Drivetrain — GX Eagle is SRAM’s value-tier 12-speed drivetrain, and it’s remarkably good for the price. Shifting is reliable, the 10-52T range handles any gradient, and the mechanical system requires no charging and can be tuned on the trail. For riders transitioning from older drivetrains or not racing seriously, GX Eagle is a legitimate long-term choice.
- ASR Suspension Architecture — The C2’s flex stay suspension, leverage rate curve, and sag spec are identical to every other ASR build. The 3P-compatible SIDLuxe Select+ shock maintains suspension geometry under braking. At 115mm travel with a near-linear progression and 10% ramp in the last quarter, the suspension character is the same regardless of the frame material.
- Trail-Oriented Cockpit — The 760mm Burgtec Ride Wide Alloy bar and 50mm Burgtec Enduro MK3 stem position the C2 for stability on technical terrain. Wider bars lower the front end slightly and give more leverage for steering through rough sections — a reasonable default for a bike that will likely see varied trail conditions.
- Full ASR Frame Package — Integrated rear fender, dual water bottle mounts inside the frame triangle, Hangerless Interface for Eagle derailleur mounting, and the shorter seat tube for full dropper travel. The C-Series frame carries all of the ASR’s integrated features at a lower carbon tier.
Final Take
The Yeti ASR C2 is the entry into the ASR platform — the bike for riders who want Yeti’s XC race geometry and the SID Ultimate fork experience without the cost of TURQ-Series carbon or a premium drivetrain. The C-Series frame is heavier than TURQ, but the geometry, suspension design, and integrated features are the same. At $6,200, this is a capable, honest XC mountain bike with room to grow as you upgrade individual components.
Yeti ASR C2 Bike w/RockShox SID Ultimate Fork - Specifications
*Specifications are subject to change.
Yeti ASR C2 Bike w/RockShox SID Ultimate Fork Geometry
The RA Perspective
Yeti ASR C2 Bike w/RockShox SID Ultimate Fork Video
The RA Black Experience - Transforming How You Buy a Bike
The R&A Transporter Bike Box
Shipping bikes can be tricky. They are big and bulky but delicate. Shipping your passion / investment is nothing we take lightly. We go through great detail to ensure your new ride will get to you in perfect condition.
So you've purchased the bike of your dreams! We've put together this video to outline the R&A concept of shipping bikes and the steps we take to get you your new bike in perfect condition. It will show you the careful steps we take to assemble your bike to make it as easy as possible for you to get your bike on the road when you receive it. Ready to ride. It will also show you the tips and tricks of removing all of your parts in the most careful way to ensure your riding as quickly as possible.
