Whyte Kado
Whyte's most capable and affordable full-suspension eMTB ever.
The Whyte Kado RSX is a full-suspension electric mountain bike designed for enduro riding. The Kado has an optimised low center of gravity, custom-tuned suspension, and confidence-inspiring geometry. It is powered by the latest Gen 5 Bosch motor and battery technologies, delivering 600W of peak power and 85Nm of torque. The bike comes with up to 800Wh of internal battery capacity as standard and is compatible with Bosch's aftermarket 250Wh 'PowerMore' range extender, giving you up to 1050Wh of combined battery capacity.
Rides like a dream
Whyte have poured everything into Kado to give you the best handling and ride performance possible: an optimised low centre of gravity which is even lower and more central than Whyte outgoing E-160; custom-tuned suspension; confidence-inspiring geometry, and much more. All masterfully combined to help you realise your riding dreams.
Geometry
Size | Reach mm | Stack mm | Head angle degree° | Seat angle degree° | BB height mm |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
S | 435 | 623 | 65 (64.4) | 77.9 | 350 |
M | 460 | 634.4 | 65 (64.4) | 77.8 | 350 |
L | 485 | 646.2 | 65 (64.4) | 77.7 | 342 |
XL | 510 | 659.8 | 65 (64.4) | 77.5 | 342 |
Size | Wheelbase mm | Rear centre mm | Standover height mm | Seat tube mm | Head tube mm |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
S | 1213.1 | 450 | 765.0 | 395 | 104 |
M | 1243.2 | 450 | 768.0 | 420 | 116 |
L | 1273.7 | 450 | 771.0 | 445 | 129 |
XL | 1305 | 450 | 774.0 | 470 | 144 |
FAQs: Whyte Kado RSX 2025
Basics
What is frame protection and is it worth fitting it to the Kado?
What is tubeless setup and can the Kado be set up tubeless?
What equipment & info will the bike arrive with?
Is it possible to see the Kado in your showroom & is it possible to have a test ride or demo it?
What type of bike is the Kado and what is it designed for?
What type of terrain is the Kado ideally suited towards?
Can the Whyte Kado RSX get wet and muddy?
How should you clean & maintain the Whyte Kado RSX ?
Can you tell me about the Mondraker brand?
I'm new to riding, what essential bits of kit do I need to get going?
Where can I ride the Whyte Kado RSX ?
Technical
Where can I find all of the major components that come on the bike?
Can you fit a water bottle on the Whyte Kado RSX ?
What warranty comes on the Whyte Kado RSX ?
Does the Whyte Kado RSX come with pedals?
Can I get hold of spare / replacement parts easily for the Whyte Kado RSX ?
Are electric bikes legal? How fast can the Whyte Kado RSX go?
Do I need a license to ride the Whyte Kado RSX in the UK?
Can I add upgrades to the bike?
Electric / Battery
How should I store the bike?
What is the battery lifespan on a Whyte Kado RSX ?
Are Lithium-Ion batteries safe?
Is the internal battery removable on the Whyte Kado RSX ?
What is the expected range of the battery on the Whyte Kado RSX ?
What is a range extender and can you add one to the Whyte Kado RSX ?
Does the bike arrive fully charged and ready to go?
How to charge the battery on the Whyte Kado RSX ?
How long does it take to charge the battery?
How is the motor protected ?
Purchasing
Why choose MTB Monster?
Do you offer 0% finance for the Whyte Kado RSX ?
Do you accept Cycle To Work vouchers? How does it work?
I'm still sorting my payment method, can I reserve a bike?
The bike is not yet in stock, can I pre-order one?
How will the bike be delivered & what are the setup requirements?
What are the delivery options?
Can I collect the bike in the store?
I still have more questions, can I speak to someone?
- FRAME:
- Uni-directional carbon mainframe and rear triangle, tapered head tube, internal cable routing, Shape.it Link V2 and 12mm x 148mm Boost dropouts
- FRAME MATERIAL:
- Carbon
- FORK BRAND:
- Fox
- FORK:
- Fox Float 38 Performance Elite, 160mm travel, 44mm offset with Grip X2 damper, tapered steerer, 110mm x 15mm Boost, E-thru-axle
- FORK TRAVEL:
- 160 mm
- REAR SHOCK:
- Fox Float X Performance Elite DPS, EVOL LV, 230 x 57.5mm, custom tuned for Whyte
- MOTOR:
- Bosch
- MOTOR CONTROLLER:
- Bosch Smart System Mini Remote & System Controller
- DISPLAY:
- Bosch Purion 400
- DRIVE UNIT:
- Bosch Performance Line CX Gen 5 (85 Nm ) Smart System
- BATTERY:
- Bosch PowerTube 800 Wh Battery
- RANGE EXTENDER:
- Bosch PowerMore 250Wh Available for Purchase
- CHARGER:
- Charger 4A (230V)
- WHEEL SIZE:
- 29
- WHEELS:
- Rims: DT Swiss Hybrid H1900 / Spokes: DT Swiss elemental / Front Hub: DT Swiss Hybrid H1900, 110mm x 15mm Boost, 6 bolt / Rear Hub:DT Swiss Hybrid H1900, 12mm x 148mm Boost spacing, SRAM XD steel driver, 6 Bolt
- TYRES:
- Maxxis Assegai WT, TR, 29in x 2.5in 120TPI, EXO+ Sidewall Protection, 3C MaxxGrip, Dual Compound, folding bead, front; Maxxis Minion DHR 2 WT, TR, 29in x 2.4in 120TPI, Double Down Casing, 3C MaxxTerra, Dual Compound, rear
- DROPPER SEATPOST:
- Yes
- SEATPOST:
- KS Vantage, 34.9mm, external 30mm adjustment, with Southpaw remote lever (150 drop (S), 170mm drop (M), 200mm drop (L&XL))
- SADDLE:
- Whyte Custom
- CRANKSET:
- Whyte 155mm ISIS arms, SRAM Direct mount 36T chainring, T-Type
- STEM:
- Whyte, 35mm Extension, 35mm Bar Bore
- GRIPS:
- Whyte Enduro lock-on
- SHIFTERS:
- SRAM AXS Pod, right, MMX, 12 speed
- BRAKE BRAND:
- Magura
- HYDRAULIC BRAKES:
- Yes
- BRAKES:
- Front: Magura MT7, 1 finger lever, 203mm MDRC 6 bolt rotors / Rear: Magura MT7, 1 finger lever, 203mm MDRC 6 bolt rotors
- REAR DERAILLEUR:
- SRAM S1000 AXS Eagle, 12 speed
- CHAIN:
- SRAM GX T-Type, 12 speed
- NUMBER OF GEARS:
- 12 Speed
- PEDALS:
- Fibre reinforced composite platform
- FRONT MUDGUARD:
- MTB Monster Mudguard
- EXTRAS:
- N/A
- TYPE OF BIKE:
- Enduro
- DESIGNED FOR:
- Conquering challenging terrain that mixes technical climbs with rough, steep descents. Its superb balance of weight and downhill capability making it a firm favourite with more aggressive riders.
- IDEAL TERRAIN:
- Excels on downhill sections with features like drops, jumps, rock gardens, and loose scree. Whether you're racing enduro, hitting the bike park, or tackling a black run, an enduro MTB can handle it all.
- PLEASE NOTE:
- Although Whyte have 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.