Vala
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.
TRAILS, NOT TRIBULATIONS
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.
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Vala XX AXS RSV
High-tech, high performance. CC carbon frame, buttery Fox Factory suspension and powerful SRAM Maven brakes, plus legendary Reserve carbon wheels.
Vala X0 AXS RSV
High-tech, high performance. CC carbon frame, buttery Fox Factory suspension and powerful SRAM Maven brakes, plus legendary Reserve carbon wheels.
Vala GX AXS
High-tech entry. Full SRAM GX Eagle electronic Transmission, SRAM Maven brakes and aluminum wheels.
Vala 90
Core score upgrade. Upgraded hubs, headset, and dropper post. Maxxis tires, FOX Float X suspension shock, SRAM 90 cable-operated T-Type Transmission, SRAM Maven brakes, and Reserve AL rims.
Vala 70
Base model with Maxxis tires, SRAM 70 cable actuated T-Type Transmission, FOX Float X rear shock, and Reserve AL rims.
Vala S
Sweet spot for a sweet price. Upgraded wheels, headset, dropper post, and suspension with more adjustment.
Vala R
Base model with same drive unit, tires, and big rotors as all Valas. Quality parts, no black label throwaway items.
Design Details
Range Extender
A 600 Wh battery is optimal for most rides, and its low mass enhances handling characteristics. The 250 Wh PowerMore extender adds range when needed.
BOSCH Flow App
Connect your bike experience. Customize modes, upload routes, track rides, and let the Range Control select modes for you.
MX Wheels
A 29-inch wheel up front provides traction and stability, while the 27.5-inch rear allows for late turning and lifting—a mix of both worlds.
Hard-wearing hardware
Like all Santa Cruz bikes, the pivots and links are tough, reliable, and easy to maintain. Plus, owners get lifetime replacement bearings.
Independently Adjustable
The geo chip raises or lowers the BB 4mm, and adjusts the headtube angle 0.3-degrees. The progression chip changes the progression from 26-29%.
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Vala
Sizing & Geometry
If you're on the cusp between the recommended height range of two sizes, the absolute best thing is to try to ride them both. At a minimum, check the stack/reach measurements on your current bike and compare it to the new model you are looking at to get an idea of a fit you are already comfortable with. If riding the bike is not an option, consider the following.
| s | m | l | xl | xxl | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Reach (Hi/Lo) | 435/432 | 460/456 | 480/477 | 500/497 | 525/522 |
| B. Stack (Hi/Lo) | 623/625 | 632/635 | 641/643 | 655/657 | 668/670 |
| C. Head Tube Angle (Hi/Lo) | 64.2°/63.9° | 64.2°/63.9° | 64.2°/63.9° | 64.2°/63.9° | 64.2°/63.9° |
| K. Head Tube Length (Hi/Lo) | 110 | 120 | 130 | 145 | 160 |
| G. Rear Center (Hi/Lo) | 439 | 440 | 443 | 446 | 450 |
| F. Front Center (Hi/Lo) | 771 | 800 | 825 | 851 | 883 |
| H. BB Height (Hi/Lo) | 344/340 | 344/340 | 344/340 | 344/340 | 344/340 |
| Bb drop front hi lo | 28/32 | 28/32 | 28/32 | 28/32 | 28/32 |
| Bb drop rear hi lo | 11/15 | 11/15 | 11/15 | 11/15 | 11/15 |
| E. Wheelbase (Hi/Lo) | 1210 | 1240 | 1268 | 1297 | 1333 |
| M. Top Tube Length (Hi/Lo) | 573 | 601 | 622 | 645 | 673 |
| L. Seat Tube Length (Hi/Lo) | 380 | 400 | 420 | 460 | 500 |
| D. Seat Tube Angle (Hi/Lo) | 77.5°/77.2° | 77.5°/77.2° | 77.5°/77.2° | 77.5°/77.2° | 77.5°/77.2° |
| J. Standover Height (Hi/Lo) | 741 | 735 | 734 | 734 | 728 |
Vala
Setup & Support
Whether you’re the proud owner of a Vala or are just digging deep into the details you’ll find it all here.
| label | part_number | quantity | name | blurb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 26-11612 | 4 | Bearing Dust Shield | Apply grease to inner surface |
| B | 11-12218 | 4 | 6902-2RS Max Bearing | |
| C | 26-17707 | 1 | 15x48 Bearing spacer | |
| D | 26-17013 | 1 | 15x40.25 Bearing Spacer |
| label | part_number | quantity | name | blurb | torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 20-27756 | 1 | Head Tube Badge | Clean frame surface, center on headtube | |
| B | 26-27915 | 4 | M5x10 BHCS | Apply Loctite 242 to threads | 9 Nm |
| C | 30-27825 | 1 | Shuttle guard | Line up with battery screws | |
| D | 72-25239 | 1 | Bosch DU Performance CX | Bosch part number EB11.100.00E | |
| E | 26-23102 | 3 | M4x16 BHCS | Apply grease to threads | 0.65 Nm |
| F | 30-27496 | 1 | DU protector | Use 30-27495 for size S & M | |
| G | 26-21224 | 2 | M6x10 BHCS | Apply loctite to threads | 3 Nm |
| H | 26-27862 | 2 | Bosch DU mount nut | Bosch part number EB11.200.03C | |
| I | 26-27479 | 1 | M8x7 Flip Chip | Apply grease to outside surface | |
| J | 34-20201 | 1 | 36.4 Seat Collar | ||
| K | 26-28150 | 1 | M4x26 Bosch Screw | ||
| L | 72-25240 | 1 | Bosch TT System Controller | Bosch part number EB13.100.000 | |
| M | 26-27857 | 1 | Bosch TT adapter | Bosch part number EB13.200.0AE |
| label | part_number | quantity | torque | name | blurb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 26-15532 | 2 | 0.5 Nm | M5x5 Set Screw | Apply Loctite 242 to threads, titghten until flush |
| B | 26-20124 | 4 | M5x16 Water Bottle screw | Apply grease to threads | |
| C | 08-22343 | 1 | 20 Nm | Pivot Axle M15x91 | Apply Loctite 242 to threads only, apply grease to shaft only |
| D | 26-15633 | 2 | M6 Tapered Washer | Apply grease to surface | |
| E | 26-11817 | 2 | M6 Washer | ||
| F | 26-15947 | 2 | 9 Nm | M6x20 SHCS | Apply Loctite 242 to threads |
| G | 26-27480 | 1 | M8x7 Flip Chip | Apply grease to outside surface | |
| H | 26-20091 | 1 | 15.6 Nm | M8x45 Lowhead SHCS | Apply Loctite 242 to threads |
| I | 26-27867 | 1 | Bosch charge socket holder | Bosch part number EB12.120.01A | |
| J | 26-27869 | 2 | Bosch MCx14 Screw | Bosch part number F04N.002.663 | |
| K | 26-27868 | 1 | Bosch COB O-ring | Bosch part number EB12.120.019 | |
| L | 72-25237 | 1 | Bosch charge socket | Bosch part number EB12.120.048 | |
| M | 26-27866 | 1 | Bosch charger port cover | Bosch part number EB12.120.01B | |
| N | 26-29334 | 2 | Bosch DU mount insert sleeve | Bosch part number EB11.200.0GK | |
| O | 26-27864 | 1 | 30 Nm | Bosch DU mount bolt front | Bosch part number EB11.200.12M |
| P | 26-27865 | 1 | 30 Nm | Bosch DU mount bolt rear | Bosch part number EB11.200.12H |
| Q | 08-16292 | 1 | 20 Nm | Pivot axle M15x80.5 | Apply Loctite 242 to threads only, apply grease to shaft only |
| R | 26-18382 | 2 | 0.65 Nm | M4x12 BHCS | Apply grease to treads |
| S | 30-27475 | 1 | Fender | ||
| T | 26-27481 | 2 | 16 Nm | M10x10 trunnion screw | Apply Loctite 242 to threads only, apply grease to shaft only |
| U | 11-12681 | 2 | 6900-2RS Bearing | ||
| V | 26-15533 | 2 | M10x3 Washer | Apply grease to inner surface | |
| W | 26-27484 | 2 | 16 Nm | M10x20 bolt | Apply Loctite 242 to threads |
| X | 11-12218 | 2 | 6902-2RS Max Bearing | ||
| Y | 26-27483 | 2 | Washer | Apply grease to inner surface | |
| Z | 26-27482 | 2 | M10x2.6 Flip Chip | Apply grease to outside surface |
| label | part_number | quantity | name | blurb | torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 08-22209 | 1 | Rear axle 12x173.7 | Apply grease to shaft and threads | |
| B | 23-23491 | 1 | SCB UDH | Interchangeable with Sram UDH | |
| C | 26-23492 | 1 | SCB UDH screw | Reverse thread | 20 Nm |
| D | 26-27487 | M10x26 Bolt | Apply Loctite 242 to threads only, apply grease to shaft only | 16 Nm | |
| E | 26-27488 | Dust Shield | Apply grease to inner surface | ||
| F | 11-27485 | 6802-2RS Bearing | |||
| G | 26-27489 | Bearing spacer | Apply grease to shaft | ||
| H | 26-27486 | M10x6 Nut | Apply grease to inner surface | ||
| I | 30-27476 | Chanistay protector | |||
| J | 26-15939 | M3x12 BHCS | Apply Loctite 242 to threads | 0.1 Nm | |
| K | 26-22938 | M4x10 FHCS | Apply Loctite 242 to threads | 0.65 Nm | |
| L | 19-22609 | OneUp chainguide | |||
| M | 26-27839 | OneUp chainguide back plate | |||
| N | 30-27838 | Cable Loop Guide | |||
| O | 26-22358 | M3x6 | Apply Loctite 242 to threads | 0.6 Nm | |
| P | 26-22570 | M5x12 HHS | Apply Loctite 242 to threads | 2 Nm | |
| Q | 30-21453 | Seatstay Protector |
| label | part_number | quantity | name | torque | blurb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 26-27493 | 1 | Battery mount rear PT600 | ||
| B | 26-28053 | 4 | M4x10 SHCS | 1.2 Nm | Apply Loctite 242 to threads |
| C | 26-27870 | 1 | Bosch H-Connector | ||
| D | 78-25241 | 1 | Bosch battery PT600 | Bosch part number EB12.100.04X (US/CA), EB12.100.04V (EU, OZ) | |
| E | 26-27494 | 1 | Battery mount front PT600 |
| Frame Size | Flip Chip | Setup Key | Setup Cog | 32T | 34T | 36T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | High | B | 7 | 116 | 118 | 118 |
| M | High | B | 7 | 116 | 118 | 118 |
| L | High | B | 7 | 118 | 118 | 120 |
| XL | High | B | 7 | 118 | 118 | 120 |
| XXL | High | B | 7 | 118 | 120 | 120 |
| S | Low | B | 7 | 116 | 118 | 118 |
| M | Low | B | 7 | 118 | 118 | 120 |
| L | Low | B | 7 | 118 | 118 | 120 |
| XL | Low | B | 7 | 118 | 120 | 120 |
| XXL | Low | B | 7 | 118 | 120 | 120 |
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