Lifestyle/Fitness

Motorcyclist Magazine Reviews the 2022 Yamaha Bicycles CrossCore RC

| 18 March 2023

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We invited top media test riders to check out the all-new Wabash RT, and were excited to see Motorcyclist Magazine calls it “... a good addition to the garage for the avid powersport enthusiast.”

As Adam Waheed, editor and test rider, states: “This bike is designed for riders who want a road bike that they can ride on pavement and off-highway, on light-duty trails.”

The Wabash RT is a performance drop-bar gravel bike designed for long hauls off-road and a tough-as-dirt attitude on all roads. With integrated battery and Yamaha’s PWSeries ST drive unit, the Wabash RT combines traditional road bike design elements with key off-road performance features including:

  • Flared handlebars that provide stability, confidence and versatility on roads and trails, ultimately translating into a relaxed and fun ride. The wider drop also allows for easier incorporation of handlebar packs for bike-packing adventure trips. (The new Wabash is both front and rear rack compatible.)
  • Shimano GRX drivetrain with a 44t chainring, 11-42t 11-speed cassette, 11-speed ST-RX600 shifter, and KMC e11 Turbo EPT Chain.
  • Shimano GRX RX hydraulic brakes with 180mm centerlock rotors for ultimate stopping power even in loose terrain.
  • Maxxis Rambler 700 x 45c TR EXO 120tpi tires for optimal grip on a range of paved and off-road surfaces.
  • Built-in dropper seat post with 40-60mm of travel.
  • 12mm thru axle on both front and rear hubs that increase control and strength when cornering and accelerating up the road.

Read the full review on MotorCyclist’s website, and check out their ride review video on Youtube!

All of the Wabash RT specs and features are here.

 Adam Waheed with Motorcyclist Magazine Riding the CrossCore RC