Santa Cruz Vala 1 C XT Di2 E-Mountain Bike 2026
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Santa Cruz Vala 1 C XT Di2 E-Mountain Bike 2026
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The Santa Cruz Vala 1 C XT Di2 E-Mountain Bike is one for the connoisseurs: a full power trail bike equipped with Shimano's latest wireless XT groupset, all in a stunning limited edition colorway. It boasts a mixed wheel design, 64° head tube angle, and 150mm of rear travel, powered by the latest Bosch Performance Line CX drive unit and a 600Wh battery that strikes the ideal balance between performance and weight. This build comes with Fox Factory suspension and Shimano's XT Di2 wireless drivetrain for best-in-class shifting to keep you going lap after lap.And the best bit? Power for the derailleur is tied into the bike battery, so it's one less thing to worry about.
Product Details
Key Features
Carbon C Frame – Manufactured in their exclusive factory, Santa Cruz controls how their designs are produced, ensuring the highest quality control. Their production C series carbon frames are strong as hell, with optimized layups and the latest techniques.
Travel – 160mm Front / 150mm Rear
Wheel Size – Mixed Wheel (29" Front / 27.5" Rear)
Bosch Performance Line CX Drive Unit – The next generation Bosch Performance Line CX motor is quieter, lighter, and smaller than ever. More compact but no less powerful, it comes with a maximum torque of 85Nm. Choose between 4 standard modes and customize your ride in the Bosch Flow App.
Discreet Top Tube Display – The built-in display on the toptube allows for battery charge and mode to be displayed. The display can also be used to turn system on/off and toggle modes. More detail (% battery charge and range) can be found by using the app.
Independently Adjustable Geo and Progression Chips – The geo chip raises or lowers the bottom bracket 4mm, and adjusts the head tube angle by 0.3°. The progression chip changes the progression from 26-29%.
Tool Mount – Discreet mounting bolts underneath the top tube allows for clean, on-bike-storage of tools, tubes or an AirTag.
Specs
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Biking Type:
Mountain
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Biking Type
Mountain Mountain bikes are built for tackling rough terrain with frames made of durable materials like aluminum or carbon fiber, ensuring stability and maneuverability. They feature suspension to absorb impacts from rocks, roots, and drops, providing a smoother ride.
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Used For:
Trail
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Used For
Trail Trail bikes are the quintessential “mountain bikes.” If you’re heading into the woods expecting to do it all on two wheels – climbing, technical sections, AND fun descents – you’re looking for a trail bike.
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Suspension:
Full Suspension
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Suspension
Full Suspension Engineered to tackle the most challenging terrain with enhanced comfort and control. Unlike hardtail bikes, full suspension bikes feature both front and rear suspension systems that allow the wheels to move independently from the frame.
- Gearing: 1 x 12
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Frame Material:
Carbon
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Frame Material
Carbon Carbon is a composite frame material. Unlike metals, carbon is composed of fibrous strands woven into a grid and bonded with epoxy. Carbon is favored by many for its lightness and stiffness but its complexity in fabrication makes it the most expensive option.
- Water Bottle Mounts: 1
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Fork:
Fox 38 Factory GRIP X2
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Fork
Fox 38 Factory GRIP X2 The Fox 38 is the hard hitting, long-travel enduro specialist. When you need to go really big, reach for the 38. Optimized for 160 - 180mm of travel and packing the same revolutionary feature set as the Fox 36, the 38 redefines what you think a long travel single crown fork is capable of, and sets a new benchmark for confidence, performance and durability.
"Factory" says it all — feature-packed and designed to exceed the demands of Factory-level riders. What we sell is what they race. Factory Series products feature slippery smooth, ultra-durable Genuine Kashima Coat.
This fork features the GRIP X2 damper for maximum adjustability: high- and low-speed compression adjustment, plus high- and low-speed rebound adjustment. - Stanchion Diameter (mm): 38
- Fork Travel (mm): 160
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Rear Shock:
Fox Float X Factory
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Rear Shock
Fox Float X Factory From aggressive trail to enduro, the advanced damping, fade free performance and class-leading durability of Float X makes it the versatile and lightweight choice for All-Mountain riders earning their descents.
Factory Series models feature a genuine Kashima Coat finish for the ultimate friction-free performance.
Shock Adjustments - Air Spring Pressure / Open/Firm Compression Lever / Low Speed Rebound / Low Speed Compression
- Rear Travel (mm): 150
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Drive Unit:
Bosch Performance Line CX BDU38
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Drive Unit
Bosch Performance Line CX BDU38 The next generation Bosch Performance Line CX motor is quieter, lighter, and smaller than ever. More compact but no less powerful, it comes with a maximum torque of 85Nm. Choose between 4 standard modes and customize your ride in the Bosch Flow App. -
Battery:
Bosch PowerTube 600Wh
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Battery
Bosch PowerTube 600Wh Thanks to their range, long service life, intelligent battery management system and easy handling, Bosch Power Tube lithium-ion batteries are among the most modern on the market. All those decades of Bosch experience has paid off! -
Shifters:
Shimano XT M8250 Shift Switch
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Shifters
Shimano XT M8250 Shift SwitchThe DEORE XT M8250 SHIMANO RAPID ES shifter feels instantly natural out of the box, but can also be molded to fit any hand, thanks to its familiar fit and evolved adjustability design. Multiple shift modes, like hold-down multi-shift and 2-step multi-shift, offer versatility and precision, while the tactile click prevents mis-shifts and a tunable third button allows for additional system tuning or third-party connection.
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Rear Derailleur:
Shimano XT Di2, 12-Speed
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Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Di2, 12-Speed Wireless Di2 shifting designed for E-MTB and HYPERGLIDE+. The ultra-durable RD-M8260 long-cage, 12-speed rear derailleur taps into proven wireless Di2 shifting technology and the strengths of other XT offerings, while pulling power from the bike's main battery, delivering a stable power supply, and eliminating the need for a back-up battery. -
Crankset:
Race Face Aeffect
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Crankset
Race Face Aeffect The new crank on the XC and trail riding scene is back with a new sleek two-tone color scheme and a 165 mm length. Aggressively attack any loamy surface with full confidence and without putting too big of a hurt on your fun funds. -
Cassette:
Shimano XT, 10-51t
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Cassette
Shimano XT, 10-51t With its Beam Spider construction, the XT cassette shaves weight while increasing Shimano's MTB gearing range another gear. Using a Micro Spline freehub body and HYPERGLIDE+ tooth profile, these 10-45 and 10-51T cassettes deliver advanced shifting performance. -
Chain:
Shimano XT M8100, 12-Speed
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Chain
Shimano XT M8100, 12-Speed The M8100 chain provides enhanced chain retention thanks to an extended portion of the inner plate. The chain features quick-link assembly and SIL-TEC treatment for extended offroad durability. - Pedals: Not Included
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Brake Levers:
Shimano XT M8220
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Brake Levers
Shimano XT M8220 The 4-Piston Shimano XT M8220 delivers enduro-worthy stopping power in a sleek, silent package for riders tackling steep descents and technical terrain. - Brake Calipers: Shimano XT M8220
- Rotors: Shimano MT905, 203mm
- Headset: Cane Creek 50 IS Integrated Headset
- Stem: OneUp Enduro Stem, 42mm
- Saddle: WTB Silverado Medium Fusion, CroMo SL
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Seatpost:
OneUp Dropper
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Seatpost
OneUp Dropper Known for its no-nonsense smooth cable actuation, short overall length, and easy serviceability, the OneUp Dropper is a solid choice for dependable and customizable performance. - Hubs: DT Swiss 350
- Rims: Reserve 30|HD AL
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Front Tire:
Maxxis Assegai 2.5" | 3C MaxxGrip, EXO+
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Front Tire
Maxxis Assegai 2.5" | 3C MaxxGrip, EXO+ Greg Minnaar’s signature tire – the Maxxis Assegai – provides tenacious, predictable grip across the entire profile no matter the lean angle. The Assegai can be used front and rear for a surefooted feel or as a front paired with a faster rolling rear tire.- 3C MaxxGrip: The stickiest, slowest rebounding rubber Maxxis offers.
- EXO+: Durable 60 TPI casing, legendary EXO puncture protection in the sidewalls, and a small butyl insert around the bead to protect from pinch flats and help prevent rim damage.
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Rear Tire:
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxTerra, DoubleDown
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Rear Tire
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxTerra, DoubleDown With side knobs borrowed from the legendary Minion DHF, but widened to provide more support, the DHR II corners like no other. The center tread features ramped leading edges to improve acceleration and sipes to create a smooth transition when leaning the bike. Paddle-like knobs on the center tread dig in under hard braking and help keep the bike under control.- 3C MaxxTerra: A triple compound ideal for trail riding in all conditions - offers more traction than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet provides better treadwear and less rolling resistance than 3C MaxxGrip.
- DoubleDown (DD): Two layers of lightweight 120 TPI casing combined with a butyl sidewall insert creates a highly durable tire with more trail feedback than a Downhill casing tire.
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime
| Size | M | L | XL |
| Rider Height | 5''5" - 5'9" | 5'9" - 6'1" | 6'1" - 6'4" |
| Reach (mm) | 456 | 477 | 497 |
| Stack (mm) | 636 | 644 | 657 |
| Effective Top Tube (mm) | 602 | 623 | 645 |
| Seat Tube (mm) | 400 | 420 | 460 |
| Head Tube Angle (°) | 63.9 | 63.9 | 63.9 |
| Seat Tube Angle (°) | 77.2 | 77.2 | 77.2 |
| Chainstay Length (mm) | 441 | 444 | 447 |
| Bottom Bracket Height (mm) | 340 | 340 | 340 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) | 32 | 32 | 32 |
| Head Tube Length (mm) | 120 | 130 | 145 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1242 | 1269 | 1298 |
| Standover Height (mm) | 730 | 730 | 730 |
| Wheel Size | Mixed Wheel | Mixed Wheel | Mixed Wheel |