The Santa Cruz Vala 70 is a full-power eMTB engineered for precise, confident trail riding with advanced four-bar suspension, a Carbon C frame, Bosch's powerful drive system, and SRAM’s T-Type drivetrain technology. This bike is tuned for riders who demand balance, reliability, and control on technical singletrack and steep descents.
Standout Features
- C Carbon Frame — Lightweight, stiff, and rugged
- Four-bar Suspension — Controlled, adjustable trail travel
- Independent Geo & Shock Rate Flip Chips — Dial in your perfect ride
- 600Wh Bosch Integrated Battery — Exceptional range for longer rides
- Bosch Performance Line CX Motor — Premium eMTB drive system
- SRAM T-Type 70 Drivetrain — Trail-optimized shifting performance
Frame
- Material: Carbon C
- Rear Travel: 150mm
- Wheel Size: MX (29” front / 27.5” rear)
Suspension
- Fork: RockShox Zeb Base, 160mm
- Shock: FOX Float X Performance, 205x60mm
Drivetrain
- Crankset: E13 Helix eSpec, 160mm
- Cassette: SRAM XS 1270 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t
- Chain: SRAM 70 Eagle T-Type, 12-speed Flattop
- Chainguide: OneUp Chainguide
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM 70 Eagle T-Type, 12-speed
- Shifter: SRAM 90 Eagle T-Type, Single Click
Brakes
- Front Brake: SRAM DB8
- Rear Brake: SRAM DB8
- Front Rotor: SRAM Centerline 220mm
- Rear Rotor: SRAM Centerline 200mm
Cockpit
- Handlebars: Burgtec Alloy Bar or e13 TRS Base Bar
- Stem: OneUp Enduro Stem 42mm or e13 TRS Base Stem 40mm
- Headset: Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated
- Grips: Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
- Saddle: SDG Bel-Air V3 Max
- Seatpost: SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6mm
Wheels & Tires
- Front Rim: Reserve 30|HD AL
- Rear Rim: Reserve 30|HD AL
- Front Hub: SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, 6-Bolt, 32h
- Rear Hub: SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, HG, 6-Bolt, 32h
- Front Tire: Maxxis Assegai 29x2.5”, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO+
- Rear Tire: Maxxis Minion DHRII 27.5x2.5”, 3C MaxxTerra DoubleDown
E-Bike System
- Drive Unit: Bosch Performance Line CX
- Battery: Bosch PowerTube 600Wh
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Suspension System | Four-bar |
| Rear Travel | 150mm |
| Fork Travel | 160mm |
| Fork Offset | 44mm |
| Shock Size | 205mm x 60mm (Trunnion) |
| Rear Brake Mount | 200mm PM |
| Max Rotor Size | 220mm |
| Max Chainring Size | 36T |
| Max Tire Clearance | 2.5” |
| Bottom Bracket Shell | EMTB (Bosch compatible) |
| Rear Spacing | 148mm (Boost) |
| Seat Post Diameter | 31.6mm |
| Seat Clamp Diameter | 36.4mm |
| Shock Mounting Hardware Lower | 8x30mm |
| Shock Mounting Hardware Upper | Trunnion |
| Water Bottle Mounts | 1 |
| Recommended Shock Sag | 30% (≈18mm) |
Size Guide
| Size | Rider Height | Reach |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 5'1" – 5'5" | 435 mm |
| Medium | 5'5" – 5'9" | 460 mm |
| Large | 5'9" – 6'1" | 480 mm |
| X-Large | 6'0" – 6'4" | 500 mm |
| XX-Large | 6'4" – 6'7" | 525 mm |
Santa Cruz Vala 70