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Vala XT Di2
A 29″ / 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro e-bike with high-end components.
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$11,299| Weight | 47.3 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 160mm |
| Fork | Fox Factory Float 38 |
| Shock | Fox Float X Factory |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | XT Di2 |
| Motor | Bosch 600W 85Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Bosch 600Wh |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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The Santa Cruz Vala is a highly capable enduro bike praised for its versatile performance, comfortable ride, and advanced suspension design. It excels in steep and rough terrain, offering a balance of power and efficiency with its Bosch motor and well-thought-out geometry. The bike's design focuses on durability, ease of service, and adaptability, making it a standout in its category.
Advanced four-bar suspension design for improved anti-squat and damping
Versatile performance across various terrains
Bosch Performance CX motor praised for power and natural feel
Lightweight and durable frame design
Comfortable and confidence-inspiring ride
High price point
Additional weight from battery options
Limited battery size for longer rides
Complex charging interface
Santa Cruz states they were able to improve anti-squat figures while maintaining the ideal amount of anti-rise while also decreasing the leverage ratio for better damping and consistency on long descent.
Bikerumorthe Vala beats Specialized's Turbo Levo as the 150mm travel eMTB to beat
BikeRadarThe new frame geometry combined with the redesigned rear suspension has transformed the 150/160 mm travel offering to a highly capable descender.
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Apr 2026 · Jeremy Benson
The popular Vala and Bullit CC eMTBs get new frame colors and component specs, and Santa Cruz introduces “Lite” builds for the Vala
Jan 2026
Constructed with an alloy frame, Santa Cruz’s Vala AL 70 is built to take all of the goodness of its carbon-framed brethren but offer it at a more accessible price. But the move to metal has resulted in a bike that has no business being as dynamic and fun as a 24kg e-MTB should be, thanks to a superb suspension design and wisely picked geometry. That said, a couple of componentry changes would really elevate what the Vala AL could get up to.
Oct 2025 · Ron Koch
Santa Cruz’s all-new Vala eMTB debuts with a Horst link suspension design and Bosch’s Gen 5 Performance Line CX motor. Power, precision, and control.
Jul 2025 · Dario DiGiulio
The aluminum Vala eschews the geometry adjustments found on its carbon sibling, but still has a Bosch CX motor and 600 Wh battery.
Jun 2025 · Joshua Hutchens
The Vala is different in many ways. It's the brands first 4-bar suspension bike and their first bike to use a Bosch motor. The bike also features a...
Aggressive (adjustable) geometry
Lighter weight battery
Schwalbe radial tires
Poor parts spec for the price
Less range
Feb 2025 · Alex Evans
Santa Cruz’s Vala ditches VPP suspension and Shimano motor in favour of Horst-link and Bosch
Comfortable grippy supple supportive suspension
Goldilocks geometry
Lightweight
Battery range
Motor power and feel
Spec choices
Confidence inspiring ride feel
Lifetime bearing and frame warranty
None
Feb 2025
The Vala stakes out middle ground between full powered, big battery eMTBs and SL models, but without giving up the full power motor and solid range
Rides like a pedal bike; lightweight for full-power eMTB (under 48lbs)
Balanced and composed on steep, rocky terrain
Versatile across long trail rides, tight tech, and high-speed chunky sections
Bosch motor system quiet and reliable; good range with 600Wh + Powermore extender
Excellent tires (Schwalbe Radial) and brakes (Maven)
Well-sorted geometry and suspension kinematics
Easy to get comfortable on; universally well-received by testers
Skittish and unpredictable on high-speed rough/loose terrain initially (issue later resolved)
Bosch plug interface finicky to align in dark or tight spaces
Powermore range extender expensive, adds weight, and removes water bottle mount
No option for larger 800Wh internal battery
App can only handle one bike at a time
No display for detailed ride info or speed
Nov 2024 · Knut Nes
The new Vala is Santa Cruz’ first attempt on a Bosch-powered emtb. Like many other brands these days, Santa Cruz has gone from Shimano to offering both brands. According to my local Santa Cruz contact, the brand will be opportunistic when...
| Frame | Carbon C MX 150mm Travel 4-Bar Tire Clearance: 2.5" Color: Gloss Deep Purple (Vala 2026) |
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| Fork | FOX 38 Factory, Grip X2, 160mm Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX Float X Factory, 205x60 Travel: 150mm |
| Bottom Bracket | N/A |
| Headset | Cane Creek 50 IS Integrated Headset |
| Stem | OneUp Enduro Stem All Sizes: 42mm |
| Handlebar | Santa Cruz Carbon Bar All Sizes: 35x800mm, 35mm Rise |
| Saddle | WTB Silverado Medium Fusion, CroMo SL |
| Seatpost | OneUp Dropper Post, 31.6 S: 120mm. M: 180mm, L: 210mm, XL/XXL: 240mm Type: Dropper |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 26 Deore XT M8260 Di2 SGS 12spd |
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| Crank | RaceFace Aeffect R All Sizes: 160mm |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT M8250 Shift Switch |
| Cassette | Shimamo XT 8200, 10-51t |
| Chain | Shimano XT 8100, 12spd |
| Chain Guide | OneUp Chainguide |
| Brakes | Shimano XT 8220 Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Reserve 30|HD AL 6069, Rear: Reserve 30|HD AL 6069 |
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| Front Hub | Front: DT Swiss 350, 15x110, 6-Bolt, 32h, Rear: DT Swiss 350 DEG, 12x148, MS, 6-Bolt, 72t, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Front: DT Swiss 350, 15x110, 6-Bolt, 32h, Rear: DT Swiss 350 DEG, 12x148, MS, 6-Bolt, 72t, 32h |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C MaxxGrip, EXO+, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHRII 27.5"x2.5", 3C MaxxTerra, DoubleDown |
| Disc Rotors | Front: Shimano MT905, 203mm, Rear: Shimano MT905, 203mm |
| Motor | Bosch Performance CX BDU38 |
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| Battery | Bosch PowerTube Battery 600Wh |
First added September 6
Last updated June 13