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Furiously fast, powerfully capable
Furiously fast, powerfully capable
Whyte Bikes

Whyte Karve RS in Dark Silver

£5,650.00
Pre-Order

With Pre-Order, you can purchase the latest items added to our store in advance of them arriving with us.

Your Pre-Order is prioritised (at no additional charge); meaning that as soon as the product arrives with us, we can wrap it straight back up; ready for collection via Click & Collect or despatch to you — it often never even hits the stock room shelves!

Pre-Launch

With Pre-Launch, the date when we expect to receive the product ourselves is still a little too hazy to be confident in accepting Pre-Orders.

So, instead, you can submit your email address against the item you are interested in and we will email you as soon as stock arrives on the system.

Estimated Delivery & Collection Dates

Estimated Delivery & Collection Dates are given on Pre-Order and Pre-Launch products. They are for indication purposes only and can change at any time without notice.

The dates we provide are based on indications given by our suppliers. Whenever we get updated information from our suppliers we will endeavour to update the Estimated Delivery & Collection Dates provided on product pages.

We estimate this will be ready for despatch to you or collection via Click & Collect on Undetermined

Hassle free returns

Our policy lasts 30 days. If 30 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.

RETURNS

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For returns concering finance products please see end of section.

Our policy lasts 30 days. If 30 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.

Several types of goods are exempt from being returned. Perishable goods such as food or magazines cannot be returned. We also do not accept products that are intimate or sanitary goods, hazardous materials, or flammable liquids or gases.

Additional non-returnable items:
Gift cards
Downloadable software products
Some health and personal care items

To complete your return, we require a receipt or proof of purchase.

Please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer.

There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted: (if applicable)

Book with obvious signs of use
Any item not in its original condition and packaging, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error.
Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery

Refunds (if applicable)

Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.

If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within a certain amount of days.

Late or missing refunds (if applicable)

If you haven’t received a refund yet, first check your bank account again. Then contact your credit card company, it may take some time before your refund is officially posted. Next contact your bank. There is often some processing time before a refund is posted.

If you’ve done all of this and you still have not received your refund yet, please contact us at hello@rourkecycles.co.uk.

Sale items (if applicable)

Only regular priced items may be refunded, unfortunately sale items cannot be refunded.

Exchanges (if applicable)

We only replace items if they are defective or damaged. If you need to exchange it for the same item, send us an email at hello@rourkecycles.co.uk and send your item to: 194 Waterloo Road, Stoke-on-Trent, ST63HF, England.

Gifts

If the item was marked as a gift when purchased and shipped directly to you, you’ll receive a gift credit for the value of your return. Once the returned item is received, a gift certificate will be mailed to you.

If the item wasn’t marked as a gift when purchased, or the gift giver had the order shipped to themselves to give to you later, we will send a refund to the gift giver and he will find out about your return.

Shipping

To return your product, you should mail your product to: Rourke Cycles, Pennant House, Salem Street, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 5PR, England.

You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.

Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary.
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Returning items purchased with finance

There are no shipping costs incurred for returning finance products. Please contact us if returning a finance product and we shall assist.

Whyte Karve RS in Dark Silver

Brand:Whyte Bikes

Code:KarveRSSIL

Furiously fast, powerfully capable
Powerful, agile and balanced, Karve RS is a thrilling all-rounder that pairs proportional geometry with size-specific tuning to deliver balanced, assured handling for every rider.Confident and highly capable, it’s built for those who expect more control, composure and consistency from every ride. From steep descents to technical climbs and demanding back-country trails, it delivers the stability and precision to stay on line when it matters. Controlled handling, strong, responsive support and a planted feel let you ride with commitment and carry speed with confidence. Designed, developed and proven in the UK, Karve RS is built to be dependable, resilient and ready to perform all year-round. All so you can turn every ride up to 11 –and keep it there.

Highlights
– 160mm front + 160mm rear of proven Quad-Link 4 suspension, with carefully custom-tuned rear shocks.
– Uni-directional carbon fibre (front) and alloy (rear) frame with geometry adjustment is light and strong.
– Avinox M2S full-torque (up to 150Nm), full-power (1300W peak) motor with five assistance modes (auto, eco, trail, turbo + boost)
– SRAM Eagle 90 mechanical T-Type 1x12 transmission + SRAM Maven Base four-piston hydraulic brakes.
– Avinox DPC100 OLED top-tube touchscreen display delivers a wealth of customisable information at your fingertips.
– 800Wh internal battery so you can ride further.
– 29in trail-smoothing wheels front and rear + MX ready.

Ideal for... Enthusiast riders who want a light, mid-travel full-power enduro-capable eMTB that delivers the very best handling and performance possible for maximum thrills –everywhere.

Charge time (800Wh): 80% in 4hr 54mins approx. from empty, and to 100% in 6hrs 11mins approx. with 4A charger.

Discover Karve >

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Changeable wheelsize

Want an even more corner-carving, steep-trail loving ride characther? With Karve RS you can tailor your bike to your taste even more by converting it from full 29er (29in wheels front and rear) to MX wheels (mixed/'mullet' (29in front, 27.5in rear wheel): simply swap the bike’s stock Shape.It link the MX-specific version (62-66mm; WAMLINK07), together with a suitable e-MTB rated 27.5in rear wheel (category 4, enduro) to retain the ability to switch between high and low geometry settings with the new wheelsize set-up.

Perfect handling for all

Karve RS benefits from proportional sizing throughout the range, with specifically tuned dimensions, geometry, and front- and rear-centres designed to deliver balanced handling and uncompromised trail performance for every rider. By refining fit, weight distribution and ride dynamics for each frame size, Karve RS stays planted, stable and predictable when trails get steep, rough and fast — delivering greater control, more confidence and a composed ride feel whether charging bike park laps, technical descents or full-gas enduro stages.

Avinox inside

Karve RS is powered by the Avinox M2S system. Combining high peak power (up to 1300W) and torque (155Nm) with smooth, responsive delivery, the Avinox system gives you instant drive alongside high-fidelity control to ensure power arrives precisely when you need it, maintaining traction and composure on technical terrain. The internal 800Wh battery delivers the range for longer rides and repeat runs, while its compact, low-weight design preserves agile handling. Fully connected and highly customisable, it lets you fine-tune support to suit your riding – delivering consistent, dependable performance that works seamlessly with you on every trail.

Switchable geometry

Our Shape.It Link flip-chip lets you fine-tune the Karve RS to match your riding style and terrain. Switch between the high and low settings to adjust geometry, slackening the head angle by 0.6 degrees and lowering the bottom bracket by 8mm in the low position. For maximum stability and a planted feel on steep, fast bike park laps and technical descents, run it low. Want a more responsive, efficient set-up for longer rides and big days in the hills? Keep it in the higher position for improved pedal clearance and all-day versatility.

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Technical Information

Specifications

COLOURDark SilverCASSETTESRAM XS 1270, T-Type, 10-52T, 12 speed
FRAMEUni-directional carbon mainframe, ZS56 top and bottom head tube, internal cable routing, 6061 Alloy swing arm, Shape.it Link V2 and 12mm x 148mm Boost dropoutsCHAINSRAM Eagle 70, 12 speed
FORKRockShox Lyrik Select, 160mm travel, 44mm offset, Linear XL, Delta RC damper, Fast Black coating, tapered steerer, 110mm x 15mm Boost, Maxle stealthCRANKSETWhyte 155mm long ISIS crank arms, SRAM direct mount 36T chainring, T-Type
REAR SHOCKRockShox Super Deluxe Select, DebonAir, Fast Black coating, adjustable rebound, 230 x 57.5mm, custom tuned for WhyteBOTTOM BRACKETN/A
HEADSETFSA custom headset, ZS56 upper / lower headset cups for 1 1/18in upper and 1.5in lower with sealed bearingsSEATPOSTTranzX +RAD adjustable dropper post, 34.9mm, frame size specific drop (size S 150mm drop; size M 170mm drop; sizes L-XL 200mm drop)
REAR HUBAlloy, e-bike specific, double sealed cartridge bearings, 12mm x 148mm Boost spacing, nine degree micro engagement four pawl, 32 hole, HG freehubSEATWhyte Custom
FRONT HUBAlloy, double sealed cartridge bearings, 15mm x 110mm thru axle, 32 holeBARWhyte Custom 7050 alloy, 40mm rise, 35mm bar bore, 800mm wide
SPOKES14g stainless black, brass nipplesSTEMWhyte, 35mm extension, 35mm bar bore
RIMSWhyte eMTB sleeved rims, 30mm internal width, tubeless ready, 29" front and rearGRIPSWhyte Enduro lock-on
TYRESMaxxis Assegai WT, TR, 29 x 2.5in 120TPI, EXO+ Sidewall Protection, 3C MaxxGrip, Dual Compound, folding bead (front); Maxxis Minion DHR 2 WT, TR, 29 x 2.5in 120TPI, Double Down casing, 3C MaxxTerra, Dual Compound (rear)BRAKES FRONTSRAM Maven Base hydraulic disc brake, four piston, sintered metal pads, 220mm six bolt Centreline rotor
SHIFT LEVERSSRAM Eagle 70, 12 speedBRAKES REARSRAM Maven Base hydraulic disc brake, four piston, sintered metal pads, 200mm six bolt Centreline rotor
FRONT MECHN/ABRAKE LEVERSSRAM Maven Base
REAR MECHSRAM Eagle 90 T-Type mechanical, 12 speedPEDALSFibre reinforced composite platform
WEIGHTTBC

Although we've taken every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information listed here sometimes things change so we reserve the right to change or update bike specifications, features, prices and colours as and when required.

eBike Specifications

DRIVE UNITAvinox M2S drive unit with 150Nm maximum torque, 1300W of peak power and 250W of nominal power. Features five power mode settings including Auto and Boost.
BATTERYAvinox 800Wh fixed battery, mounted into the frame by 2x bolts. Removeable for maintenance by removing motor.
DISPLAYAvinox DPC100 OLED display mounted within the top tube, paired with the discrete bar mounted wireless controller. Also connects to the Avinox Ride smartphone app to give you even more insight and control at your fingertips.
CHARGERCharger 4A (230V)

Please note: our custom motor covers are not currently compatible with the aftermarket Bosch eBike Alarm and Connect module to add bike tracking and alarm functionality to your Smart System bike

Sizing Information

Geometry

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FRAME SIZESmallMediumLargeExtra Large
A - REACH (mm)444469494519
B - STACK (mm)615.2626636.7651.1
C - HEAD ANGLE (° degrees)64 / 63.464 / 63.464 / 63.464 / 63.4
D - SEAT ANGLE (° degrees)80.1 (79.5)79.6 (79.0)79.0 (78.4)78.4 (77.8)
E - BB HEIGHT (mm)350.8350.8350.8350.8
F - WHEELBASE (mm)1220.21250.51290.81333
G - REAR CENTRE (mm)445445455465
H - STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm)795795795795
I - SEAT TUBE LENGTH (mm)395420445470
J - HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm)97109121137
K - MAX SEATPOST INSERTION (mm)260285310335
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