SZEPTER is gravel with a YT twist
The SZEPTER uproots all ideas of what a gravel bike should be. Leave your opinions at the door; this is the unruly sibling to gravel bikes of the past, built to redefine what is possible within the drop-bar genre. A tool with which to wield and rule over all terrain, the SZEPTER is gravel with a YT twist - reinvented for the modern-day gravity fiend.More than a reaction to what came before it, we saw this is an opportunity to do things differently. Gravel as it should be, and an exciting step outside our realm. Behind the front of drop bars and bartape, it has gravity in its genes. The SZEPTER defies convention, begging you to rise to an all-new challenge, explore uncharted terrain, and most importantly, LIVE UNCAGED.

SZEPTER Core 3
Searching for a no-bull choice to dominate all terrain? Look no further than the CORE 3. Carefully selected, the premium component selection delivers lasting durability and serious bang for your buck, offering the level of performance that ambitious riders need. These bombproof builds provide you everything you need to conquer any challenge - unlimited fun on all surfaces, guaranteed.

Mountain Bike Inspired Geometry
Crucial to solving the gravel-bike puzzle is geometry. The SZEPTER takes notes from our class-leading mountain bikes and features a long reach, short stem length, and 69-degree head angle to instill confidence on technical terrain.

Unique Frame Construction Ultra-Modulus Carbon
More than an aesthetic choice, the wild lines of the frame enhance power transfer and boost ride comfort, all while retaining the classic YT visual DNA. Ultra-Modulus carbon is a state-of-the-art frame material found only on our highest-end products. Optimized for performance, it is ultralight without sacrificing durability, improving the handling, comfort, and ride characteristics of the SZEPTER. As a testament to its strength, SZEPTER is robust enough to qualify for an ASTM 3 classification. The rear triangle is engineered to blend comfort with efficiency and ensures maximum lateral stiffness without compromising vertical compliance. This refinement permits flexibility, improving comfort and traction while increasing power transfer.

YT Headbox
An all-new design unique to the SZEPTER, this distinct feature delivers superior precision on technical terrain, improving front wheel tracking through rocks, roots, and other obstacles.

Tire Clearance
When riding in poor conditions, traction is crucial. With room for up to a 700 x 45mm tire, the SZEPTER supplies endless grip in the wet and comfort over longer distances.

Built For All Seasons
Bad weather shouldn't end your rides - the SZEPTER is designed for all-season adventures. The unique, integrated rear fender combines form and function to better handle wet, muddy conditions.

Design Utility Versatility

Progressive Geometry
Here at YT, we know a thing or two about what makes a bike a blast to ride. A slack 69-degree head angle ramps up the fun factor, elevating off-road performance without sacrificing climbing capability, while the modern, 74-degree seat angle creates an efficient body position to see you seek and destroy your elevation goals. Blaze up hills and destroy the descents - the SZEPTER will have you craving mileage.

On Frame Storage
The SZEPTER can go the distance. There is space for two large bottles alongside a top tube bag, lining it up for off-the-grid exploration, far from the beaten track. Simplicity is key. Mounting points let you keep your go-to essentials strapped and primed for action, freeing you from the restraints of a pack.

Suspension fork
Mind blurring speed and uninhibited performance; these traits are feathers in the cap of the SZEPTER, realized by a genre-bending specification of a suspension fork. More than just an afterthought, the frame is engineered with suspension fork performance in mind, with its increased stack height offering enhanced confidence for aggressive descending.

Integrated Fender
We get it. Mudguards aren't known for being the most stylish feature. But, the SZEPTER sheds this misbelief, offering a slick, integrated fender that exaggerates the frame's aggressive lines. This fender flows into the curved seat tube design, where the unique, flattened tube shape offers further coverage around the ankles, providing additional protection from spray. Want to use a full-length guard? You can equip clip-on fenders if needed.

Headbox
Inspired by the dramatic lines of gladiator armor, this all-new Headbox design delivers pinpoint precision on the trail. Rigidity is amplified by the distinctive shape, providing unrivaled control when cruising through technical sections.

Wire Tire Clearance
While all models feature 700 x 42mm tires, the clearance allows the rider to ramp up grip and comfort in poor conditions by fitting up to 700 x 45mm tires. These wide tires deliver ample traction for slick climbs and loose descents, helping to bring out the best in your riding.

Dropper Post Compatibility
Regardless of spec level, all SZEPTER frames are compatible with wired and wireless dropper seatposts. The long seat tube lengths permit up to a 100mm dropper in sizes S, M, and L and 150mm in sizes XL and XXL. This compatibility boosts off-road performance by increasing saddle clearance, encouraging a more active body position over the bike.

Rear-triangle
The rear triangle is engineered to blend comfort with efficiency and ensures maximum lateral stiffness without compromising vertical compliance. This refinement permits flexibility, improving comfort and traction while increasing power transfer.

Bottle Mount Cut-Out
A two-position cutout is featured on the downtube, allowing for varied mounting options and bottle sizes. Riders can choose the YT-specific "Fidlock" baseplate and Thirstmaster combo or can equip their choice of generic bottle and cage, providing there is clearance.

Ultra-Modulus Carbon
Ultra-Modulus carbon is a state-of-the-art frame material found only on our highest-end products. Optimized for performance, it is ultralight without sacrificing durability, improving the handling, comfort, and ride characteristics of the SZEPTER. As a testament to its strength, SZEPTER is robust enough to qualify for an ASTM 3 classification.

Comfort and Efficiency
Ergonomic comfort and raw power - the SZEPTER delivers the best of both worlds. At the bottom bracket, the surfaces, lines, and tube cross sections enhance power transfer, eliminating unwanted flex for a direct and connected ride feel. In contrast, the seat tube enables vertical flex, which improves comfort over rough terrain. Body positioning was also a consideration, with the upright ride position limiting fatigue on longer rides.

Component Highlights

SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS
Heading off-grid means you need components you can rely on - cue the SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS drivetrain. Its gravel-specific design features the same state-of-the-art wireless technology found on the highest-end SRAM drivetrains, ensuring easy personalization and bombproof reliability.

RockShox Rudy XPLR
The Rudy XPLR delivers RockShox's proven suspension technology to your gravel bike, offering game-changing performance when the trail bites back. Efficient and composed, the 40mm of suspension travel takes the sting out of ruts, roots, and rocks, all while improving front-end traction on loose surfaces.

ZIPP Service Course XPLR
Whether an after-work spin or an all-day epic, the ZIPP Service Course XPLR provides lasting comfort and precise control. With ergonomics in mind, the design features a wide, flared drop for an intuitive feel on demanding terrain, increasing stability and confidence on the trails.

SRAM Rival ETAP AXS HRD Brake/Shifter
Speed is nothing without dependable stopping power - that's why the SZEPTER CORE 3 features The SRAM Rival ETAP AXS HRD brakes. The ergonomic hoods are optimized for comfort and mirror the contours of the hand, promoting controlled braking in any body position.