YETI 160E | OWNER’S MANUAL
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
CAN I RUN A DIFFERENT SIZE BATTERY IN THE 160E?
No. The 160E with EP801 is designed to be compatible with the BT-EN806 Shimano 630Wh battery only.
HOW DO I GET A SPARE BATTERY?
From Shimano - BT-EN806. Spare batteries and battery covers are also available on our website or at
your local Yeti Cycles dealer.
CAN I RIDE WITHOUT A BATTERY IN MY BIKE?
No. The downtube cover is attached to the battery, without it you are exposing internal frame and
electrical components to damage.
WHAT DO I DO IF I LOOSE POWER WHILE RIDING?
The 160E can still be pedaled without the battery/motor active. If the loss of power wasn’t due
to a depleted battery, first try turning it off and back on again. If the problem persists, contact
customer service.
HOW DO I TAKE MY 160E ON A PLANE?
160E is spec’d with a 630Wh battery. This size battery is typically larger than what is allowed on a
plane. We advise checking your local regulations prior to flying.
HOW DO I UPDATE THE FIRMWARE ON MY 160E?
Detailed firmware update instructions are located on the Shimano STEPS app or software.
HOW DO I CONNECT MY PHONE OR MOBILE DEVICE TO THE SHIMANO STEPS SYSTEM?
Power the E system on and connect via the E-tube app immediately after the bike powers on. If a
connection isn’t made shortly after the bike has been turned on the Bluetooth connection will time out
and the bike must be restarted.
WHERE DO I GET MY 160E SERVICED?
Any authorized Yeti Cycles dealer. Find your nearest dealer via our dealer locator.
https://yeticycles.com/dealers
HOW DO I REPAIR MY 160E ON THE TRAIL?
The 160E uses Shimano STEPS for the drive unit so no special tools are required.
ARE THE ELECTRONICS WATERPROOF?
The Shimano STEPS system is water-resistant and the 160E frame is designed to drain water. Full
submersion and power washing is not recommended.
CAN I RUN A DUAL CROWN FORK ON THE 160E?
Yes. 190mm is the maximum recommended fork travel for the 160E.
HOW DO I DISPOSE OF THE 160E BATTERY?
The 160E battery cannot be disposed of with traditional garbage. Please talk to your authorized Yeti
Cycles dealer or reference the 160E manual for information about proper disposal of the battery.
CAN I RUN A SRAM DRIVETRAIN WITH MY SHIMANO MOTOR ON THE 160E?
The 160E is fully compatible with SRAM drivetrains. There are a couple of things to keep in mind. 1)
You will need to use the stock Shimano chainring spider that comes on the bike. This part is designed
to interface with the EP801 drive unit spindle and all you will have to do is remove the chainring bolts
and replace the chainring with a SRAM 104 BCD 34 tooth chainring. SRAM also has direct mount
chainrings compatible with the EP801 drive unit should you wish to replace the original Shimano
chainring spider. The 160E is only compatible with 34 tooth chainrings. 2) The crankarms will not need
to be replaced but we do recommend replacing the complete drivetrain, including derailleur, shifter,
cassette, chain, and chainring. Mixing components may cause undesirable shifting performance.
CAN I RECYCLE MY BATTERY?
Yes, currently you can recycle your battery in the US and Canada through Call 2 Recycle. For more
information about the program please visit,
https://www.call2recycle.org/e-bikes/
or to find the
nearest drop off location please visit,
https://www.call2recycle.org/locator/
, and select the E-Bike
Battery check box. If you are outside the US or Canada check your local regulations for how to properly
recycle your ebike battery.
WHY IS MY DEALER CHARGING ME AN EXTRA $15 FOR BATTERY RECYCLING IN THE US
AND CANADA?
Your dealer will be charging you a recycling fee when you purchase your bike. In the US this fee is
$15, in Canada it will vary by province between $5 CAD and $15 CAD. This fee funds the ebike battery
recycling program through People 4 Bikes and Call 2 Recycle. When your battery is at the end of
its life, bring it back to the shop where you purchased your bike or any of the other certified drop off
sites listed on the call 2 Recycle site. It will then be to be sent to one of the many Call 2 Recycle sites
for processing and conversion back into a brand new battery. Visit the Call 2 Recycle site for more
information.