The Santa Cruz Vala GX AXS is a premium full-power eMTB built for riders chasing precision, agility, and relentless trail domination. Blending Carbon C frame construction, capable four-bar suspension, a cutting-edge Bosch drive system, and a well-balanced component build — the Vala GX AXS is ready for singletrack adventures or bike park challenges.
Standout Features
- Carbon C Frame — Lightweight, responsive, and tough
- Four-bar Suspension — Smooth, tunable travel with excellent traction
- Independent Geo & Shock Rate Flip Chips — Customize geometry and ride feel
- Bosch Performance CX BDU38 Drive Unit — Class-leading power and control
- 600Wh Integrated Bosch Battery — Extended ride range
- RaceFace ARC 30 HD Wheelset — Proven durability, eMTB-ready
- SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type Wireless Drivetrain — Fast, flawless shifting
Frame
- Material: Carbon C
- Rear Travel: 150mm
- Wheel Size: MX (29” front / 27.5” rear)
- Weight: 49.32 lbs / 22.37 kg
Suspension
- Fork: FOX 38 Float Performance Elite, Grip X2, 160mm
- Shock: FOX Float X Performance Elite, 205x60mm
Drivetrain
- Crankset: SRAM GX Eagle, 160mm
- Cassette: SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, 10-52t
- Chain: SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, 12-speed Flattop
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type
- Shifter: SRAM AXS Pod Bridge
Brakes
- Brakes: SRAM Maven Bronze Stealth
- Rotors: SRAM HS2 200mm (Front & Rear)
Cockpit
- Handlebars: OneUp Aluminum Bar, 35mm Rise, 800mm
- Stem: OneUp Stem or Burgtec Enduro Stem, 42mm
- Headset: Cane Creek 50 IS Integrated
- Grips: Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
- Saddle: SDG Bel-Air V3, Max Lux-Alloy Atmos
- Seatpost: OneUp Dropper Post, 31.6mm
Wheels & Tires
- Front Rim: Raceface ARC 30 HD
- Rear Rim: Raceface ARC 30 HD
- Front Hub: E13 SL, 15x110, 6-Bolt, 32h
- Rear Hub: E13 SL E-Spec, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 32h
- Front Tire: Schwalbe Magic Mary 29x2.5, Trail Radial Ultra Soft
- Rear Tire: Schwalbe Magic Mary 27.5x2.5, Gravity Radial Soft
- Valves: Reserve Fillmore Valves
E-Bike System
- Drive Unit: Bosch Performance CX BDU38
- 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 GX AXS