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YETI SB5C
YETI CYCLES
600 Corporate Circle, Unit D
Golden, CO 80401
888.576.9384
www.yeticycles.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
BRAND OVERVIEW
06
FRAME FEATURES
08
GEOMETRY
10
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
12
SETUP
OVERVIEW
12
SHOCK SETUP
14
16
CABLE/LINE SETUP
18
TECHNICAL
ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
20
EXPLODED VIEWS
26
REBUILD KITS
30
LEGAL
4.
WARRANTY
32
CONTACT INFORMATION
33
5.
Warning: Make sure you review and understand the warnings, instructions, and content of this manual and accompanying
manuals for your bicycle.
Warning: Technological advances have made bicycles and bicycle components more complex and the pace of innovation is
increasing. It is impossible for this manual or the accompanying manuals to provide all the information required to properly
repair and/or maintain your bicycle. In order to help minimize the chances of an injury, it is critical for you to have work
performed by an authorized Yeti retailer.
6.
7.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
1.
2.
3.
Oversized pivot pins help create a stiff interface between the front
and rear triangles of the frame. Enduro Max sealed bearings keep
things moving freely at the pivots.
4.
The removable ISCG 05 tab is available for your SB5c. The bolt on
system is lighter than a conventional welded tab and allows for a
full myriad of chain-guide options.
5.
Using our inset head tube on the SB5c allows for a larger head tube
with more area, increased stiffness, and lower overall ride height
without compromising any performance.
6.
The SB5c uses a 2.0 inch stroke, 7.875 inch eye to eye shock, by
Fox Racing Shox.
7.
Custom chain-slap guards on the seat stay and chain stay keep
things quiet while riding and protect the frame.
8.
The SB5c features routing for both internally and externally routed
dropper seat posts.
9.
Mount any direct mount (E-type) front derailleur to the SB5c with
ease. The direct mount derailleur gives you the best shifting in any
condition.
10.
8.
9.
GEOMETRY
FOX 34 / 140MM FORK
XS
SM
MD
LG
XL
15
16.5
17.5
19
20.5
21.6
22.6
23.6
24.6
25.6
67
67
67
67
67
72.75
72.75
72.75
72.75
72.75
17.4
17.4
17.4
17.4
17.4
43.4
44.4
45.5
46.6
47.6
13.4
13.4
13.4
13.4
13.4
29.6
29.7
29.8
30.0
30.5
3.7
4.3
4.8
5.6
6.3
21.0
21.0
21.0
21.0
21.0
1.73
1.73
1.73
1.73
1.73
22.6
23.2
23.6
24.4
25.0
14.6
15.5
16.3
17.1
17.9
D
C
K
E
F
FIT
10.
X-SMALL
SMALL
MEDIUM
LARGE
X-LARGE
11.
SCHEDULE
CLEAN AND LUBE CHAIN
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
CLEAN BIKE OF MUD AND DEBRIS
CHECK BRAKE FUNCTION
ANNUALLY
Yeti strongly recommends using a torque wrench when assembling your frame. Torque
specifications for individual parts on the SB5c are listed below, as well as in the step by step
assembly instructions later in the manual. For general bicycle maintenance please consult the
torque specifications of the manufactures component you are adjusting.
3 MONTHS
Following these guidelines will help maintain the performance of your bicycle and prevent
more serious problems from arising. It is important to remember that service intervals can vary
depending on climate, trail conditions and riding frequency. If you are unsure about working
on your own bicycle, contact your authorized Yeti Dealer or visit the repair help section at
www.parktool.com for more information on general bicycle maintenance.
MONTHLY
TORQUE
WEEKLY
OVERVIEW
DESCRIPTION
TORQUE (NM)
300030151
6.5
300030057
14
300040454
COLLET BOLT M8
10
300040448
300040446
300040447
12.
13.
SHOCK SETUP
YETI TIPS
TOOLS NEEDED
Shock Pump
Metric Tape Measure
02. SAG
03. REBOUND
The rebound has 14 clicks of adjustment. The rebound knob is the red adjustment dial located above the
blue compression damping adjustment lever. As a general rule, adjustments that are too fast (counterclockwise adjustment) will produce a springy ride with excessive kick-up of the rear end causing a bucking
sensation. Adjustments that are too slow (clockwise adjustment) will cause packing of the rear wheel
indicated by a sluggish ride feeling ride.
Slower rebound- turn the knob clockwise
Faster rebound- turn the knob counter-clockwise
14.
15.
SHOCK SETUP
SETTING
15-16MM
REBOUND
*5 CLICKS
COMPRESSION DAMPING
BASED ON TERRAIN
TRAIL ADJUST
OPEN (DESCEND)
*All clicks are counted clockwise, rotating from the all the
way out or counter - clockwise dial position.
16.
17.
CABLE SETUP
YETI TIPS
The SB5c uses full length cable housing. By using full cable housing, we have eliminated break
points in the line of your shifter housing. This allows riders to experience better overall shifting
performance by reducing the entrance of unwanted elements such as sweat and sediment.
Use of full cable housing helps prevent corrosion from the elements and keeps the shifting
smoother for a longer period of time.
The staff at Yeti are sold on riding with a height adjustable seat post so we included specific
cable guides for the posts line on the SB5c. Run the line from your remote along the guides on
the bottom of the top tube or use out internal routing option for a clean set-up. If you havent
tried a dropper, we strongly recommend you do, as it makes trail riding even more fun.
Caution: The failure to properly route shifter housing can cause malfunction of the shift mechanism and
unexpected shifting of gears.
18.
19.
FRAME ASSEMBLY
YETI TIPS
TOOLS NEEDED
01.
02.
03.
04.
20.
21.
ASSEMBLY
22.
ASSEMBLY
05.
06.
09.
10.
Torque to 14nm
Torque to 8nm.
07.
08.
11.
12.
Slide the upper link over the lower pivot axle hole
on the front triangle. Ensure the Switch Infinity
logo faces the front of the frame.
23.
ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY
13.
14.
17.
18.
Torque to 8nm
Torque to 10nm
15.
16.
24.
25.
EXPLODED VIEW
2
19
GREASE
LOCTITE
18
33
37
28 32
29
33
31
28
32
20
28
31
30
36
22
21
23 22
10
34
11
26
24
24
27
13
35
25
26
15
35
25
35
35
14
26
16
17
16
5
4
12
26.
27.
28.
ITEM#
PART #
N/A
DESCRIPTION
QTY
ITEM#
PART #
28
300030151
BOLT-TI-MALE M6X12.0MM
300070006
29
300030154
300060067
30
300030249
300040443
31
300030069
WASHER 8.8X12.5X0.5 MM
300030246
32
300030062
WASHER 6.5X12.5X0.5 MM
300030148
WASHER 5.1X8.9X1MM
33
300040454
COLLET-WEDGE SUB-ASSEMBLY
300030010
34
300040444
300030215
35
300030057
300040473
36
300040447
COLLET_AXLE_15X52.5SX12T_M15X1.5
10
400100098
PROTECTOR DT SB-5C
37
300040448
COLLET_AXLE_15X53.5SX14.0T_M15X1.5
11
N/A
SB-5C SWINGARM
12
300060070
13
400100101
PROTECTOR SS SB-5C
14
400100100
PROTECTOR CS SB-5C
15
200020201
16
300020045
17
233-00-202
18
N/A
19
214-09-006
20
214-09-035
21
300040445
LINK SB-5C
22
300020045
23
300030248
24
300020046
25
300030214
WASHER (10X6.2X1MM)
26
300030271
27
300040446
DESCRIPTION
QTY
29.
REBUILD KITS
PART #
DESCRIPTION
200020226
DESCRIPTION
200020227
QTY
300030057
300030062
300020045
300030069
300020046
300030151
BOLT-TI-MALE M6X12MM
300030057
300030154
STUD-TI-FEMALE 8X54.5MM
300030062
300030214
WASHER 10 X 6.2 X 1
300030069
300030215
300030151
BOLT-TI-MALE M6X12MM
300030249
300030154
STUD-TI-FEMALE 8X54.5MM
300030271
300030214
WASHER 10 X 6.2 X 1
300040444
300030215
300040446
300030248
SPACER 15X25.75MM
300040447
300030249
300040448
300030271
300040454
COLLET-WEDGE ASSEMBLY
300040444
300040473
300040446
300040447
COLLET_AXLE_15X52.5SX12T
400100098
300040448
COLLET_AXLE_15X53.5SX14.0T
400100100
300040454
400100101
300040473
200020228
30.
QTY
PART #
400100125
200020229
300020045
200020230
300020046
200020231
300030248
SPACER 15X25.75MM
200020199
31.
WARRANTY
YETI LIMITED (5) FIVE YEAR FRAME WARRANTY
(applies to SB5c / SB6c / ASR-4)
Yeti Cycles will repair or replace, at its option, any of the above listed frames it determines to
be defective due to defective materials and/or workmanship. The (5) five year limited warranty
is conditioned upon the bicycle being ridden under normal conditions and having been
properly maintained. This warranty does not apply to the components attached to the frameset
such as suspension components, wheels, drive train, brakes, seat post, handlebar and stem.
This warranty applies only to the original owner and is non-transferable. This warranty is void if
the bicycle was not properly assembled by an authorized Yeti dealer.
DISCLAIMER
YETI Cycles is not responsible for any damages to you or others arising from riding,
transporting or other use of your bicycle. In the event that your frame breaks or malfunctions,
YETI Cycles shall have no liability or obligation beyond the repair or replacement of your frame
pursuant to the terms outlined in the warranty.
*If you have a warranty concern, please contact your authorized Yeti dealer.
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS
These limited warranties do not apply to normal wear and tear, nor to claimed defects,
malfunctions or failures that result from abuse, neglect, improper assembly, improper
maintenance, alteration, collision, crash or misuse. The original owner shall pay all labor
charges connected with the repair or removal of all components. Under no circumstance does
this limited warranty include the cost of travel or shipment to and from an authorized Yeti
dealer. In order to exercise your rights under these limited warranties, the bicycle or frameset
must be presented to an authorized Yeti dealer, together with proof of purchase.
*The above warranties have been in effect since July 2014. For warranty information on Yeti
frames sold prior to that date please consult that models manual or your local authorized
dealer.
NO FAULT REPLACEMENT POLICY
Yeti Cycles will make replacement parts available at a minimum charge to the original owner
in the event of a crash or any other non-warranty situation. Yeti Cycles does this at its sole
discretion and reserves the right to refuse this offer.
PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE
Every YETI frameset has a useful product life cycle. The length of that useful product life
cycle will vary depending on the construction and the materials of the frameset, maintenance
and care the frameset receives , and the amount and type of use the frameset is subjected to
over its life. YETI recommends that an authorized YETI dealer should inspect the frame for
stress annually. Frame stress could cause potential failure and the signs are usually apparent
in the form of cracks, fracture lines, deformation, dents, and any other visual indicators of
abnormality. These safety checks for frame stress are important to prevent accidents, injury to
the cyclist, and product failure of a YETI frameset.
32.
YETI CYCLES
621 Corporate Circle, Unit B
Golden, CO 80401
(p) 303-278-6909
(f) 303-278-6906
www.yeticycles.com
BUSINESS HOURS
Monday-Friday
8AM-11:30AM, 1:00PM-5:30PM
(Mountain Time)