YOKO – Steel Trail Hardtail Frame (Deposit)

HUHN YOKO From 2400€ for the frame. 16–18 weeks delivery. (The 1000€ deposit secures your spot on the waiting list.) Overview The YOKO is not a classic hardtail. It's a precise tool for speed, flow and control. Inspired by bikes like the Neuhaus Hummingbird, the YOKO combines the best of two worlds: the directness and efficiency of a race bike with the lively ride feel of steel. Light-footed on the climbs. Razor-sharp on the trail. Stable when things get fast. The YOKO doesn't feel like a hardtail – it simply feels right. How Ordering Works Place the 1000€ deposit – this secures your spot on the waiting list. It counts towards the frame price. We get in touch to talk through sizing, cable routing, finish and your build plans. Your frame is built by hand in Germany. Final payment & delivery – the remaining balance is settled before your frame ships. Current lead time: 16–18 weeks. Key Features Fast trail geometry – slack enough for control, steep enough for speed Light Reynolds 853 steel frame – lively, efficient, durable 29" platform with clearance for 2.4–2.5" tires 130 mm fork sweet spot – perfect for flow trails & technical XC SRAM UDH dropout – ready for Transmission T47 bottom bracket (threaded) – easy to service External cables + optional internal routing Dropper ready (stealth routing) Handcrafted in Germany Frame Specifications Material: Reynolds 853 / custom butted Headset: IS52 / IS52 Seatpost: 30.9 mm Seat Clamp: 35 mm Bottom Bracket: T47 73 mm Rear Axle: 148x12 mm Boost Fork: 120–130 mm (optimized for 130 mm) Brake Mount: Post mount 180 mm Dropout: SRAM UDH Max Chainring: 32–34T Max Tire Size: 29 x 2.4–2.5" Cable Routing: External (default) + optional internal Finish: KTL + powder coat (wet paint or Cerakote optional) Geometry & Size Recommendations Fast, direct and intuitive – the YOKO is built for flow. Size Rider Height Reach Stack HTA STA CS BB Drop M 165–175 cm 445 mm 610 mm 66.5° 76.5° 435 mm 60 mm L 170–185 cm 470 mm 620 mm 66.5° 76.5° 435 mm 60 mm XL 180–195 cm 495 mm 630 mm 66.5° 76.5° 435 mm 60 mm Ride Character The YOKO is fast – but not nervous. Direct – but not harsh. It accelerates instantly, holds its line through fast corners and stays controllable when the trail gets rough. 👉 More flow than a race bike 👉 More speed than a classic trail hardtail Why Steel? Steel doesn't filter – it translates. You feel the trail, but without harshness. You get feedback, but without stress. That's what makes the YOKO special: a bike that doesn't just work – it feels good. Technology Fast Trail Geometry A modern sweet spot: not too slack, not too steep – just right for speed and control. External / Internal Routing External cables for maximum serviceability. Optional internal routing for a clean build. T47 Bottom Bracket Robust, silent, easy to service – built for many years. Inside-Out Coating KTL coating inside and out, topped with powder coat for maximum durability. For Riders Who Know The YOKO is not a beginner's bike. It's for riders who know what they want: Speed without full suspension. Control without over-damping. Simplicity without compromise. Who’s It For? Riders looking for a light, fast hardtail Riders who ride trails actively – not just roll down them Minimalists with high performance standards Anyone who wants a bike that feels alive FAQ What exactly am I buying here? A 1000€ deposit that secures your spot on the YOKO waiting list. The frame starts at 2400€ – the deposit counts towards that price. What happens after I pay the deposit? We contact you personally to go through sizing, routing, finish and your planned build. Every frame is built to order. Which fork should I run? 120–130 mm – the geometry is optimized around a 130 mm fork. Is it dropper ready? Yes, with stealth routing for a 30.9 mm post. Internal or external cable routing? External is the default for easy servicing. Internal routing is available as an option. How durable is the finish? KTL coating inside and out – automotive standard – topped with powder coat. Wet paint or Cerakote optional. Steel is repairable and fully recyclable. Can I service it myself? Yes. Threaded T47 bottom bracket, UDH dropout, post mount brakes and external routing – the YOKO is built to be maintained, not replaced. Less Bike. More Ride. The YOKO shows how good a hardtail can be today. Reduced to the essentials – optimized for everything that counts.