The Santa Cruz Megatower X0 AXS takes on big gravity rides, enduro races, and bike park laps with relentless speed and confidence. Built around a Carbon CC frame with 170mm front / 165mm rear travel, it’s engineered for high-speed stability and precision. The VPP™ suspension, wireless SRAM X0 AXS T-Type drivetrain, and choice of FOX 38 Factory or RockShox Zeb Ultimate forks make it a world-class enduro rig that pedals surprisingly well for its size — ready for the wildest terrain you can throw at it.
Features
- Megatower CC Carbon Frame
- VPP™ Suspension System
- Glovebox Integrated Frame Storage
- Flip Chip Adjustable Geometry
- SRAM X0 AXS T-Type Wireless Drivetrain
- Choice of FOX 38 Factory or RockShox Zeb Ultimate Fork
Frame
- Material: Carbon CC
- Travel: Front 170mm / Rear 165mm
Suspension
- Fork: FOX 38 Float Factory Elite Grip X2, 170mm -or- RockShox Zeb Ultimate, 170mm
- Shock: Fox Float X2 Factory, 230x65
Drivetrain
- Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB
- Cassette: SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t
- Chain: SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd
- Chainguide: OneUp Bash Guide
- Crankset: SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type, 32t
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd
- Right Shifter: SRAM AXS Pod Controller Rocker Paddle
Brakes
- Brakes: SRAM Maven Silver Stealth
- Front Rotor: SRAM HS2 200mm
- Rear Rotor: SRAM HS2 200mm
Cockpit
- Grips / Bar Tape: Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
- Handlebars: Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm
- Headset: Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
- Saddle: WTB Silverado Medium Fusion, CroMo SL
- Seatpost: OneUp Dropper Post, 31.6
- Stem: Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm
Wheels & Tires
- Front Rim: Reserve 30|SL AL 6069 -or- Raceface ARC 30
- Front Hub: Industry Nine 1/1, 15x110, 6-Bolt, 28h
- Front Tire: Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C MaxxGrip, EXO+
- Rear Rim: Reserve 30|HD AL 6069 -or- Raceface ARC 30 HD
- Rear Hub: Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 32h
- Rear Tire: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29x2.4", 3C MaxxTerra, Double Down
Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Weight | 35.21 lbs / 15.97 kg |
| Wheel Size | 29" |
| Front Travel | 170mm |
| Rear Travel | 165mm |
| Bottom Bracket Shell | 73mm Threaded |
| Rear Brake Mount | 200mm PM |
| Fork Offset | 44mm |
| Fork Compatibility | 170mm |
| Front Derailleur Mount | No compatibility |
| Headset | Integrated (IS41/52) |
| Max Chainring Size | 36t |
| Max Tire Clearance | 2.5" |
| Seat Clamp Diameter | 36.4mm |
| Seat Post Diameter | 31.6mm |
| Shock Bushing Size | Front: 30x8, Rear: 30x8 |
| Shock Stroke | 62.5mm or 65mm |
| Suspension System | VPP™ |
| Water Bottle Mounts | 1 |
Size Guide
| Size | Rider Height | Reach |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 5'1" – 5'5" (155–165 cm) | 435 mm |
| Medium | 5'5" – 5'9" (165–175 cm) | 460 mm |
| Large | 5'9" – 6'1" (175–185 cm) | 480 mm |
| X-Large | 6'0" – 6'4" (183–193 cm) | 500 mm |
| XX-Large | 6'4" – 6'7" (193–200 cm) | 525 mm |
Santa Cruz Megatower X0 AXS