YETI ARC - Mountain Bicycle Manual

OVERVIEW

We are confident your new bicycle will exceed your expectations for value, performance, and ride quality. Each frameset and component has been custom specified and designed to enhance your riding experience. Whether you are a beginner cyclist, or a seasoned pro, your Yeti bicycle will provide endless hours of two-wheeled fun.

This model specific manual is designed to be used in conjunction with the general Yeti Owner's Manual and the manuals supplied by the suspension manufacturers. If you did not receive the Yeti Owner's Manual or the manual provided by the suspension manufacturer, download the materials off the Internet, or contact your local dealer. Bicycling can be a hazardous activity even under the best of circumstances. Proper maintenance of your bicycle is your responsibility and when done properly helps reduce the risk of injury and damage to your bicycle. The ARC is made specifically for off-road use only.

This manual outlines basic setup and maintenance recommendations of your new Yeti. It is impossible to anticipate every situation or condition that may occur during the assembly, setup, and maintenance of your bicycle, Yeti recommends that all service and repairs be performed by your local authorized Yeti Dealer.

This manual contains many "Warnings" and "Cautions" concerning the consequences of failure to maintain or inspect your bicycle. The word "Warning" indicates a potentially hazardous situation in which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death. The word "Caution" indicates a potentially hazardous situation in which, if not avoided may result in minor injuries or damage to your bicycle or a component of your bicycle. Be sure to read and understand all of the Warnings and Cautions listed in the manual.

Make sure you review and understand the warnings, instructions, and content of this manual and accompanying manuals for your bicycle.

Technological advances have made bicycles and bicycle components more complex and the pace of innovation is increasing. It is impossible for this manual or the accompanying manuals to provide all the information required to properly repair and/or maintain your bicycle. In order to help minimize the chances of an injury, it is critical for you to have work performed by an authorized Yeti retailer.

FRAME FEATURES

1. MODERN GEO TO ELEVATE HOW HARDTAILS CAN BE RIDDEN
   Cutting-edge, high modulus carbon is hand laid to create our Turq Series frames. That same stiffness and efficiency can also be found in our Carbon Series frame sets.
2. HIGH MODULUS CARBON FIBER MAIN FRAME
   The ARC does away with the front derailleur mount, making it a 1x drive specific frame.
3. INTEGRATED 2-BOLT ISCG-05 MOUNTS
   2-bolt ISCG-05 chain guide mounts are there for you in case you need extra drivetrain security for rowdy sections.
4. INTEGRATED 41MM / 52MM TAPERED HEADTUBE
   Designed around 130mm of travel, the ARC comes with the latest Fox Racing Shox 34 front fork.
5. CUSTOM DOWN TUBE PROTECTOR AND RIBBED CHAIN GUARDS TO DECREASE CHAIN SLAP NOISE
   Custom seatstay, chainstay and down tube guards keep the ride quiet while protecting the frame.
6. RATTLE-FREE CABLE PORT ASSEMBLY SECURES CABLES AND HOSES TO PROVIDE A SILENT RIDE
   The ARC is designed with rattle-free cable ports and internally molded cable routing tubes keeping the bike quiet and clean looking while reducing cable rub and overall maintenance.
7. INTERNALLY MOLDED CARBON TUBES FOR HASSLE-FREE CABLE ROUTING AND A QUIET BIKE
   Configurable routing ports that provide a clean look to your frame when you ditch the cables and go wireless.
8. INTEGRATED AXLE AND UNIVERSAL DERAILLEUR HANGER SYSTEM
   Dedicated 12 x 148 Boost dropouts with SRAM's universal derailleur hanger provide strength, stiffness and easy hanger and wheel installation.
9. DUAL WATERBOTTLE MOUNTING LOCATIONS
10. UNINTERRUPTED SEAT TUBE FOR COMPATIBILITY WITH WITH LONGER TRAVEL DROPPER POSTS

GEOMETRY ARC

FIT

FRAME STANDARDS

KEEP YOUR YETI FRESH AND CLEAN

MAINTENANCE OVERVIEW

Following these guidelines will help maintain the performance of your bicycle and prevent more serious problems from arising. It is important to remember that service intervals can vary depending on climate, trail conditions and riding frequency. Servicing your bike requires special knowledge and tools. If you are unsure about working on your own bicycle, contact your authorized Yeti Dealer for more information on general bicycle maintenance.

SCHEDULE

TORQUE

Yeti strongly recommends using a torque wrench when assembling your frame. Torque specifications for individual parts on the ARC are listed below, as well as in the step by step assembly instructions later in the manual. For general bicycle maintenance please consult the torque specifications of the component you are adjusting.

KEY TORQUE SPECS

FRAME ASSEMBLY

YETI TIPS

Make sure your tools are in good condition. A worn allen key can round the hex on a bolt not allowing for proper torque.

Torque settings are listed throughout the instructions. It is important to prep all bolt threads. The instructions denote whether to use a Loctite compound or grease. Reference Exploded View for assembly part locations listed in parentheses.

Service on Yeti bicycles requires special knowledge and tools. Yeti Cycles recommends that all service and repairs be performed by an authorized Yeti Dealer.

TOOLS NEEDED

• 2.5mm allen key
• 4mm allen key
• 8mm allen key
• Torque wrench
• Grease

ASSEMBLY

1. Grease 4x H20 Bolts (2.2) and install with washers (2.1) to frame downtube.
   Torque: 4-5 Nm
   
2. Place a Head Tube Cable Port Cover (2.11) into each recess behind the head tube.
   
3. Place a Double Port Clamp (2.12) into the nondrive side cover and a Single Port Clamp (2.11) into the drive-side cover. Secure with M4 x 25L screws. Tighten until snug. Hardware can be torqued to 2-3 Nm after housing installation.
   
4. Assemble a Lower Port Clamp (2.15) to the Down Tube Port Cover (2.14) using a Flat Head M4 x 16L screw. Hardware can be torqued to 2-3 Nm after housing installation.
   
5. Install the Down Tube Port Cover (2.14) into the frame with a Flat Head M4 x 16L screw (2.16).
   Torque: 3 Nm
   
6. Install the Chainstay Cable Port Cover (2.7) to the non-drive side chainstay port and secure with Flat Head M4 x 10L. Hardware can be torqued to 2-3 Nm after housing installation.
   
7. Install Universal Hanger (2.4) into frame. Do not use grease. Note that hanger cap bolt is reverse threaded.
   Torque: 25 Nm
   
8. Note that different Port Clamps may be used for different configurations of shifter and dropper seatpost.
   An extra single-port and blank cover are provided depending on your needs.
   FRAME ASSEMBLY IS COMPLETE

DROPPER POST INSERTION GUIDE

Droppers are an essential tool for the modern mountain bike but proper clearance checks are required before heading out for your first ride.

The key checks are as follows:

Ensure your dropper is short enough to fit into the seat tube without interfering with the frames structure but you are still able to achieve your desired BB-Saddle measurement. See the max insertion depth chart to confirm this distance for wired and wireless posts.

Always perform a final check to ensure your post is installed to at least the minimum insertion line.

We strive to spec out dropper lengths to provide the maximum drop for the highest percentage of our riders. There is a wide range of saddle heights for every frame size. There is a possibility saddle height could fall outside of this range. A small percentage of customers might find they require a shorter or longer post given their saddle height.

If you have any questions, please contact Yeti or your local bike shop.

*Subtract 34mm for a cabled dropper to accommodate housing bend angle.

EXPLODED VIEW

EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST

REBUILD KITS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

CAN I REPLACE OR MODIFY ANY YETI FRAME PARTS ON MY ARC?

All replacement frame parts for your ARC can be found through your local dealer or on our webstore. Only genuine Yeti parts should be used when replacing any parts on your frame. We know there are a lot of aftermarket products out there that seem legit but we do not have the ability to qualify and ensure all of these products are safe to use on our frames. If it is found that any frame part has been modified or replaced all warranties will be voided and all liability will be assumed by the customer.

CAN I CHANGE OR UPGRADE THE SPEC COMPONENTS ON MY ARC?

There are many options in aftermarket parts to upgrade or personalize your bike. Some parts are standardized, especially from the big brands like Fox, Shimano, SRAM etc. You should always confirm with a professional mechanic that your parts are the correct standard and correctly and securely mount to your bike without any interference or play. Pay special attention to all the bikes standards and check the fit before use

CAN I USE AN ANGLESET ON THE ARC?

The ARC was designed with an integrated headset which has the headset cups molded into the frame so you can easily drop the bearings into the cups. There are some aftermarket anglesets available for this style headset however the frame was not tested for the use of these and therefore should not be used. Yeti's warranty will be voided if it is found an angleset was installed on the frame and all liability will be assumed by the customer. See "What travel fork is the ARC designed to use" for more information.

WHAT TRAVEL FORK IS THE ARC DESIGNED TO USE?

The ARC is designed to run a 130mm travel fork. We tested this frame to 20mm over the spec fork. So if you're feeling the need to beef up the fork you can run up to a 150mm fork no problem. Bottom line - max axle to crown measurement of 564mm. Increasing your fork travel will slacken the head angle and seat tube angle and raise the bottom bracket. Running a shorter fork is fine too if that suits you. Shortening the fork will steepen the head angle and seat tube angle and lower the bottom bracket For more geometry information, check out the geometry section.

HOW BIG OF A TIRE CAN I FIT ON THE ARC?

The short answer is the ARC can accept up to a 2.6" tire. There is great tire clearance on the ARC but tire sizes vary widely by manufacturers, so it is hard to give a number that works for all brands.

CAN I FIT A WATER BOTTLE INSIDE THE FRONT TRIANGLE?

Yes, we designed the ARC to accommodate a standard sized water bottle inside the front triangle and one under the down tube. We recommend using a side-entry cage for easiest access.

WHAT CRANKS AND BOTTOM BRACKET CAN I USE ON THE ARC?

The ARC bottom-bracket standard is PF92 [92mm] and only wide "q" factor cranks are compatible. It is readily compatible with Shimano, SRAM, and RaceFace cranks, but a fit check is required for other brands.

WHAT REAR WHEEL AXLE FITS ON MY ARC?

The ARC is designed to work exclusively with SRAM's Universal Derailleur Hanger at 12x148mm spacing. This axle had a thread pitch 12x1.0. Note that this axle is only compatible with frames specifically designed with the Universal Derailleur Hanger.

WHAT TYPE OF HEADSET DOES THE ARC USE?

The ARC uses an Integrated 41mm/52mm tapered headset. This system allows for the headset bearings to be contained inside the head tube for an overall lower ride height, more simplified installation, and increased stiffness.

HOW BIG OF A ROTOR WILL FIT ON THE FRAME?

The ARC has a direct mount rear brake tab and can run a 160mm rotor without the need for a brake adaptor. With the use of a brake adaptor the frame can accept up to a 180mm rotor.

CAN I RUN A STEALTH SEATPOST DROPPER ON THE ARC?

Yes. The ARC has routing options for stealth only.

WHAT CHAINLINE WAS THE ARC DESIGNED AROUND?

The ARC was designed around a 55mm chainline. Depending on the crank and chain ring configuration you can run other chainlines but you will have to do a clearance check first.

WHAT IS THE MAX SIZE SINGLE-CHAINRING THAT FITS ON THE ARC?

Without getting too technical, the max chainring size depends on the crank chainline and the chainring shape.

Shimano / SRAM 55mm chainline Boost cranks: 34t round / 32t oval

Minimum Chainring Size: 28t round / 30t oval

Confused? Ask your local dealer or call us 303.278.6909.

DOES THE ARC HAVE ISCG MOUNTS?

Yes. The ARC has an integrated 2-bolt ISCG '05 mount. It is designed to work best with low-profile modern guides; depending on the brand, some older models with larger upper guides may not fit. We always recommend performing a fit-check with a specific chainguide to confirm compatibility.

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