2020 Santa Cruz

Heckler XX1 AXS RSV / Carbon CC / 27.5

A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro e-bike with ultra high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price

$13,099
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 150 / 160mm
ForkFox Factory Float 36
ShockRockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate
Wheels27.5″ Carbon
Drivetrain1 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetXX1 Eagle AXS, XT
MotorShimano 250W 70Nm mid-drive
BatteryShimano 504Wh
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Heckler XX1 AXS RSV / Carbon CC / 27.5
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Reviews
Velo
Santa Cruz Heckler Carbon CC X01 Eagle Reserve review

Dec 2020 · Berne Broudy

The Heckler is a ripping fun bike with some of the same ride characteristics of other Santa Cruz bikes.

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VeloNews
Santa Cruz Heckler Carbon CC X01 Eagle Reserve review

Dec 2020 · Berne Broudy

The Heckler is a ripping fun bike with some of the same ride characteristics of other Santa Cruz bikes.

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Mountain Bike Action
Mountain Bike Action Bike Test: Santa Cruz Heckler eTrail Bike

Nov 2020 · McCoy

If you were going to drag race three dream cars down a racetrack to find out which was best,...

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Pinkbike
Santa Cruz Announces Heckler EP8 & Mixed Wheel Size Version

Nov 2020 · James Smurthwaite

The Heckler is now equipped with Shimano's new EP8 motor, and a shorter travel, mixed wheel size option has been added to the lineup.

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MBR
Santa Cruz Heckler CC X01 RSV first ride review - MBR

Jun 2020 · Danny Milner

It's finally here: Santa Cruz Heckler. 27.5in wheels, 150mm travel and Shimano STEPS motor, Santa Cruz says it takes amplifies the fun of a pure pedal bike.

Highs
  • Broad size range. Superb sizing. Light. Lifetime warranty.

Lows
  • Front-end weight bias. Small capacity battery. Expensive.

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E-Mountainbike Magazine
Santa Cruz Heckler 2020 on test – how does Californian brand's first eMTB perform?

Apr 2020 · Christoph Bayer

The Santa Cruz Heckler is the premium brand's first eMTB. We put it to the test and consider both its strengths and weaknesses.

Highs
  • Very agile and predictable handling

  • High-quality finish and attention to detail

  • Lifetime warranty for peace of mind

  • World wide Shimano Servicen network

Lows
  • Outrageously expensive

  • Seat tube angle could be steeper for the climbs

  • Not a bike for rough and steep descents

  • Front wheel lifts on steep climbs

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Bicycling
First Look: Santa Cruz Heckler E-Bike

Feb 2020

This aggressive electric mountain bike is coming to a trail near you.

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BIKE Magazine
Santa Cruz Releases its First E-Mountain Bike, the Heckler

Feb 2020

Here's why one of mountain biking's most soulful, core brands took the controversial step of releasing an e-bike.

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Heckler XX1 AXS RSV / Carbon CC / 27.5

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

ColorsYellowjacket & Black; Blackout & Copper

Fork

FOX 36-E Float Factory, 160mm, 27.5"

Travel160mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

RockShox Super Deluxe Select Ultimate

Travel150mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

BSA, 73mm, threaded

Headset

Chris King DropSet 3 Integrated Headset

Stem

i9 A35

Handlebar

Santa Cruz Di2 Carbon, 25mm rise

Saddle

WTB Silverado Team Saddle

Seatpost

RockShox Reverb Stealth, 1X Lever, MatchMaker, 31.6

TypeDropper

Grips

Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS 12spd

Crank

Shimano XT E8050 Hollowtech Crank arms 165mm

Shifters

SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS, 12spd

Cassette

SRAM XG1295 Eagle Rainbow 10-50T

Chain

SRAM XX1 Eagle 12 SPD

Chain Guide

E13 LG1+ 34t Shimano STEPS Specific

Brakes

SRAM Code RSC

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Santa Cruz Reserve 30 V2 27.5 Carbon Rim [Front], Reserve Carbon DH 27.5 Rim [Rear]

Spokes

DT Swiss Competition Race

Front Hub

i9 Hydra, 15x110, 28h

Rear Hub

i9 Hydra, 12x148, XD, 32h

Tires

Front: Maxxis Minion DHR II, 27.5x2.6 EXO+ TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II, 27.5x2.6 EXO+ TR

Disc Rotors

Avid Centerline 200mm

Electric Components
Motor

Shimano DU-E8000

Battery

Shimano 504Wh Integrated

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Remote

Shimano E7000 Mode Switch

Display

Shimano Display Unit E8000

Charger

Shimano Battery Charger

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