Santa Cruz Vala X0 AXS RSV - 2026

For Rides Of Exceptional Quality
The Vala is a full-power ebike that delivers precision and power. It’s made for riders looking for focused performance on the best trails. Perfectly balanced, refined suspension and the finest quality construction, as always.

CLASS-LEADING POWER AND HANDLING
All the legendary Santa Cruz dynamics—supreme handling, great suspension, and longevity—are paired with the class-leading new Bosch Performance Line CX motor and a versatile battery solution. The Vala is a full-power eMTB built for real trails, not tribulations.

MADE FOR REAL TRAILS
Bombproof, lightweight carbon frame, superior ebike suspension performance, and tailored geometry create a chassis that exceeds where real mountain biking demands it.

*Please note: we make every effort to ensure accuracy of spec information, but they are subject to change.

Frame
Material Carbon CC
Frame Carbon CC MX 150mm Travel, 4-Bar
Travel 150mm
Weight 46.53lbs / 21.1kg
Wheel Size MX

Suspension
Fork FOX 38 Factory, Grip X2, 160mm
Shock FOX Float X Factory, 205x60

Drivetrain
Bottom Bracket N/A
Cassette SRAM X0 1295 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t
Chain SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd
Chainguide OneUp Chainguide
Crankset SRAM X0 Eagle Cranks, 160mm
Rear Derailleur SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd

Brakes
Brakes SRAM Maven Silver
Front Rotor SRAM HS2 200mm
Rear Rotor SRAM HS2 200mm

Cockpit
Grips / Bar Tape Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Handlebars Santa Cruz Carbon Bar
Headset Cane Creek 50 IS Integrated Headset
Saddle WTB Silverado Medium Fusion, CroMo SL
Seatpost OneUp Dropper Post, 31.6
Stem OneUp Enduro Stem, 42mm

Wheels
Front Rim Reserve 30|HD Carbon
Front Hub DT Swiss 350, 15x110, 6-Bolt, 28h
Front Tire Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C MaxxGrip, EXO+
Rear Rim Reserve 30|HD Carbon
Rear Hub DT Swiss 350 DEG, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 72t, 28h
Rear Tire Maxxis Minion DHRII 27.5"x2.5", 3C MaxxTerra, DoubleDown
Valves Reserve Fillmore Valves

Ebike
Battery Bosch PowerTube Battery 600Wh
Drive Unit Bosch Performance CX BDU38

Specs
Bottom Bracket Shell EMTB
Rear Brake Mount 200mm PM
Shock Length 205mm
Fork Axle to Crown 571mm
Fork Offset 44mm
Front Derailleur Mount No Compatibility
Headset Integrated (IS41/52)
Max Chainring Size 36t
Max Rotor Size 220mm
Max Tire Clearance 2.5"
Rear Spacing 148mm
Rear Travel 151mm
Recommended Sag 30%
Seat Clamp Diameter 36.4mm
Shock Stroke 60mm
Suspension System Four-bar
UDH Compatible Yes
Water Bottle Mounts 1