We Rode Yeti's New 2027 LT: Did Sixfinity Suspension Deliver?

Robert Wilson · 2026-07-14

The Yeti LT marks the beginning of a new era for the iconic MTB brand. Their latest enduro bruiser is the first LT model to feature the American manufacturer's proprietary Sixfinity suspension platform, combining 6.7 inches of front travel and 6.3 inches in the rear with an exceptionally versatile geometry. We've already put the $11,900 carbon bruiser through the wringer on the trails around Innsbruck. Yeti LT X0 | 6.7/6.3 inches (f/r) | 35.9 pounds in Size L | $11,900 | Manufacturer's website With the new Yeti LT, the cult brand from Colorado ushers in the next generation of enduro bikes, and there's a lot more going on beneath that iconic turquoise paint finish than first meets the eye. Alongside the brand-new carbon frame with integrated frame storage, Yeti have given the LT an extensive range of geometry and suspension adjustments using several flip chips and modular dropouts. At the same time, they're saying goodbye to one of the defining features of their bikes over the past decade: the Switch Infinity suspension platform. ### Sixfinity: A New Suspension Era Its successor is Sixfinity, a six-bar linkage that represents the culmination of almost ten years of development. The platform first debuted on the 160E eMTB before making its way onto the LTE and MTE, with further refinement coming through Yeti's current Downhill World Cup program. Now, Sixfinity makes its debut on a non-motorized enduro bike. The real advantage isn't the number of pivots, but the additional freedom it gives Yeti's engineers to fine-tune the suspension kinematics, geometry, and overall ride character. On paper, the LT promises more traction, greater composure at speed, and a more balanced ride feel all round. But does all that engineering effort translate into real gains on the trail? We headed to Innsbruck to find out how the $11,900, 35.9-pound enduro bike performs in the real world. ### Exciting Facts About the New 2027 Yeti LT **Highs** - Complex Sixfinity six-bar suspension platform - First Yeti bike with integrated downtube storage - Modular geometry and suspension kinematics - Integrated AirTag mount in the downtube protector **Lows** - Storage compartment only has one pouch and a relatively small opening - No torque specs printed on the bolts - Dirt tends to accumulate around the lower shock mount **Key Facts** - Full carbon frame reinforced with Vectran fibers - 6.7/6.3 inches travel (f/r) - 35.9 pounds in size L ### The Ride Experience We spent three days hammering the LT on everything from flowy singletrack to technical, rock-strewn descents. The Sixfinity suspension feels noticeably different from the old Switch Infinity system. It's more supple off the top, which means you get better traction on loose corners and rooty sections. But it also ramps up predictably for big hits, so you don't feel like you're bottoming out on every drop. The geometry adjustments are a game changer. You can flip a chip in the linkage to change the head angle by half a degree and the bottom bracket height by about a quarter inch. That might not sound like much, but on the trail, it transforms the bike from a slack, stable descender into a more playful, poppy machine for tighter terrain. Modular dropouts let you adjust chainstay length by 0.4 inches, which is great for fine-tuning how the bike handles on different tracks. ### What's Not So Great No bike is perfect, and the LT has a few quirks. The downtube storage is a nice touch, but the opening is small, and you only get one pouch inside. It's fine for a tube and a multi-tool, but don't expect to stash a full jacket in there. Also, the lower shock mount seems to collect dirt like a magnet. You'll want to clean it regularly if you ride in wet or muddy conditions. ### Bottom Line The 2027 Yeti LT is a serious evolution for the brand. The Sixfinity suspension delivers on its promise of better traction and composure, and the adjustability means you can really dial it in for your local trails. At $11,900, it's not cheap, but if you're looking for a top-tier enduro bike that can handle everything from park laps to backcountry epics, this is one of the best options out there.