The Santa Cruz Vala is a high-performance full-power eMTB engineered for riders who demand precision, agility, and trail-crushing power. With refined suspension kinematics, cutting-edge Bosch motor tech, and a top-tier component build, the Vala is perfect for conquering your favorite singletrack or pushing limits at the bike park.
Standout Features
- Carbon CC Frame – Lightweight, responsive & durable
- Four-bar Suspension – Exceptional traction and tunability
- Independent Geo & Shock Rate Flip Chips – Customize feel and fit
- Bosch Performance CX BDU38 Drive Unit – Smooth, powerful, and efficient
- 600Wh Integrated Battery – Range-ready for big rides
- Reserve Carbon Wheels – Lightweight and built to last
- SRAM XX Eagle AXS T-Type Wireless Drivetrain – Ultimate shifting precision
Frame
- Material: Carbon CC
- Rear Travel: 150mm
- Wheel Size: MX (29” front / 27.5” rear)
- Weight: 47.33 lbs / 21.47 kg
Suspension
- Fork: FOX 38 Factory, Grip X2, 160mm travel
- Shock: FOX Float X Factory, 205x60mm
Drivetrain
- Crankset: SRAM X0 Eagle, 160mm
- Cassette: SRAM XX Eagle T-Type, 10-52t
- Chain: SRAM XX Eagle T-Type, 12-speed Flattop
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM XX Eagle AXS T-Type
- Shifter: SRAM AXS Pod Controller, Rocker Paddle
Brakes
- Brakes: SRAM Maven Ultimate Stealth
- Rotors: SRAM HS2 200mm (Front & Rear)
Cockpit
- Handlebars: Santa Cruz 35 Carbon, 800mm
- Stem: Burgtec Enduro MK3 Machined, 42mm
- Grips: Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
- Headset: Chris King DropSet 3 (IS41/52)
- Saddle: WTB Silverado Medium Fusion, Stainless
- Seatpost: OneUp Dropper Post, 31.6mm
Wheels & Tires
- Front Rim: Reserve 30|HD Carbon
- Rear Rim: Reserve 31|DH Carbon
- Front Hub: Industry Nine Hydra, 15x110, 6-Bolt, 28h
- Rear Hub: Industry Nine Hydra, 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 Tubeless 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 |
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