Santa Cruz Heckler 9 CC X01 AXS Reserve E-Mountain Bike 2023
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Product Info
"Santa Cruz Bicycles Heckler 9 CC X01 AXS Reserve E-Mountain Bike". Like the routes you'll soon roast, this bike's name looks a bit daunting, if not impossible, at first. There's a lot of crooked letters in there. But it won't take long until you realize this is the new normal: ridiculous capability, unheard-of lap counts squeezed into shorter and shorter windows, and clunky names. The calculus you're used to - meters climbed converted into ice cream earned, saddle time vs fun units, and the like - have been immediately abandoned. This bike shoves flat-brimmed ballcap moto vibes into spandex dinner party convos (how rude!), and the result is pure bliss: it's just you and the trails. All the trails. Any time, all the time. Time is a construct. Riding is real.
Product Details
Key Features
Carbon CC Frame – Santa Cruz's highest grade CC-level carbon frame is every bit as stiff and strong as their C-level frame, but weighs about 280 grams less, due to the use of lighter, stronger, and more expensive carbon fiber. Santa Cruz is also able to truly integrate the shock mounts, pivot mounts, dropouts and disc brake tabs into the structure, using all uni-directional carbon plies. The shock mount isn't merely riveted or bonded on after curing, but is an integrated part of the fiber lay-up. This makes Santa Cruz's carbon frames incredibly strong and able to absorb impact better than any other frame they've tested.
Travel – 160mm Front / 150mm Rear
Wheel Size – Size M-XXL: 29", Size S: 27.5"
Shimano EP8 Drive Unit – Lighter, more powerful, and quieter? The latest motor from Shimano is an engineering marvel and a work of art. This unit is also more efficient, more customizable, and smoother. Extremely durable to boot, this is a drive unit that'll be with you for a long time.
Shimano 720Wh Integrated Battery – Shimano's largest capacity battery gives you more range and saddle time than ever before. It's easily removable, making battery swaps and cable access a breeze, and is designed to go through hundreds of cycles without degradation.
Lower-Link Mounted VPP® Suspension – VPP is based on the patented principle of having two short links rotating in opposite directions. This system provides huge design flexibility, allowing Santa Cruz to manipulate shock rates to the intended purpose and character of each model; from short travel endurance bikes to World Championship winning DH machines. This redesign mounts the shock lower on the bike, making for an even better ride quality.
Integrated Frame Protection
Internal Cable Routing
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. -
Used For:
Trail, Enduro
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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. Enduro If you’re looking for maximum performance while flying down heavier trails, an enduro bike is for you. These bikes combine ample suspension travel (typically 150mm+) with descent-focused frame geometry and components that allow for reasonably efficient pedaling. -
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 36 Factory
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Fork
Fox 36 Factory The Fox 36 is the undisputed all-mountain champion. Lighter, stronger, faster — the 36 continues to dominate the all-mountain category.
“Factory” says it all – feature-packed and designed to exceed the demands of Fox's Factory-level riders. What they sell is what they race. Factory Series products feature slippery smooth, ultra-durable Genuine Kashima Coat. - Stanchion Diameter (mm): 36
- Fork Travel (mm): 160
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Rear Shock:
Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate
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Rear Shock
Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate In it to win it? Super Deluxe Ultimate is the smart bet for the podium. Packed to the hilt with fine-tuning adjustments that meaningfully improve suspension performance, it’s the most advanced shock RocShox have ever made. Pioneering one of the most impactful innovations in damper history, the new RC2T damper allows for 100% independent High Speed and Low Speed Compression adjustments, rounding out an arsenal of elite technology.
Shock Adjustments - Separate and Independent Open and Threshold Pistons / Low Speed Compression Adjustment / Rebound Adjustment / Air Spring Pressure
- Rear Travel (mm): 150
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Drive Unit:
Shimano EP8
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Drive Unit
Shimano EP8 Take on the steepest climbs and toughest trails in full confidence with 85Nm increased maximum torque. Tackle the ascent with eyes firmly focused on the top. Drop into the descent with certainty. Enjoy the ride. But power is nothing without control. EP8 delivers smooth, direct power to ensure you’re always in complete control while experiencing a natural ride feeling. -
Battery:
Shimano 720Wh
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Battery
Shimano 720Wh Shimano's 720Wh battery gives you more range and saddle time than ever before. It's easily removable, making battery swaps and cable access a breeze, and is designed to go through hundreds of cycles without degradation. -
Shifters:
SRAM GX Eagle AXS
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Shifters
SRAM GX Eagle AXS Shift under load, over the roughest terrain, uphill, without changing your grip on the bar. GX Eagle AXS™ changes your level of control on the bike when you’re under pressure and pushing hard. More than that, it changes your relationship with the bike. No cable, housing or wires to manage opened up design and engineering possibilities with the GX Eagle AXS™ controller. -
Rear Derailleur:
SRAM X01 Eagle AXS, 12-Speed
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Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 Eagle AXS, 12-Speed AXS powered components enable customization and scale to an individual rider’s liking via the AXS App. It features a shorter cage for 10mm more ground clearance, with more chain wrap on the cassette to sit slightly further forward, and further inboard from mechanical Eagle. The Eagle AXS derailleur is smart enough to protect itself thanks to its incredibly resilient Overload Clutch. In the event of an impact, the motor gearbox disengages, giving the derailleur freedom to move, and instantly returns back to its position for a seamless experience for the rider. -
Crankset:
Shimano EM900
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Crankset
Shimano EM900 Designed for the rigors of mountain bike riding, the Shimano Steps EM900 is a dedicated E-MTB crank that uses HollowTech II crank arms that same appearance as FC-MT900. -
Cassette:
SRAM X01 Eagle XG-1295, 10-50t
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Cassette
SRAM X01 Eagle XG-1295, 10-50t The XG-1295 cassette gives riders more than ever before, with an unprecedented 520-percent range. For a little extra to avoid the hike-a-bike, a little more in the “spin to win” game, the XG-1295 cassette also allows stronger riders to increase their chainring size if they want.
FEATURES- Provides a massive 520-percent gear range for brutal steeps and avoiding hike-a-bikes.
- Stronger riders can increase chainring size for speed, without sacrificing climbing.
- Avalable in Black, the Eagle™ Colorsystem lets the cassette and chain express the look of the bike.
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Chain:
SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-Speed
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Chain
SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-Speed It might look normal from the outside, but the engineering inside this incredible chain design makes possible a gear range previously found only in 2-chainring drivetrains. And it's also the biggest contributor to the Eagle drivetrain's ultra-smooth, precise, durable and quiet performance. The Eagle chain's links have a smooth radius, with no sharp edges or chamfers, which yield a significant reduction in noise, friction and wear on chainrings and cassette cogs. This design also allows for a flatter plate, which means more consistent chain riveting and greater overall strength. Hard Chrome technology extends the chain's optimal performance life.
FEATURES- Groundbreaking chain design and technology
- The Eagle chain has been completely re-engineered, and is produced with new manufacturing technology.
- Eagle PowerLock chain connector with FLOW LINK technology provides better chain-guiding and increased longevity
- The Eagle chain is the quietest, strongest and most wear-resistant chain in the world
- Unique features and design also provide significantly improved wear resistance on Eagle cassettes and rings
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Brake Levers:
SRAM Code RSC
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Brake Levers
SRAM Code RSC Meet the new standard for hard-hitting, heavy-duty braking. SRAM added 15% extra piston power and 30% more volume in the lever reservoir, ensuring peak performance for the full run. And with SwingLink™ and Lever Pivot Bearing technologies, lever feel remains smooth and progressive, no matter how hard the pull. Go deeper and grab more power. - Brake Calipers: SRAM Code RSC
- Rotors: SRAM HS2 200mm
- Headset: Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated
- Stem: Burgtec Enduro MK3
- Saddle: WTB Silverado Medium Stainless Fusion
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Seatpost:
Fox Transfer Performance Elite Dropper
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Seatpost
Fox Transfer Performance Elite Dropper The Fox Transfer seatpost is lighter and tighter than ever before. Less weight, reduced length and decreased insertion depth means a better fit on more frames. Improved durability and easier serviceability means more riding and less downtime. Transfer is ready to tackle the nastiest terrain.
Performance Elite Transfer Posts retain the same internals, diameter options, drop options, shortened stack heights, new patent-pending head design and proven internals as the Factory Series but have a black anodized upper. - Hubs: Industry Nine 1/1 | 28H F / 32H R
- Rims: Reserve 30 Carbon 29" F / Reserve DH Carbon 27.5" R (Size Small is 27.5" F and R)
- Spokes: Sapim D-Light
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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 (Frame and Bearings, Rims)
| Size | S, 27.5" | M, 29" | L, 29" | XL, 29" | XXL, 29" |
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| Rider Height | 5'1" - 5'5" | 5'5" - 5'9" | 5'9" - 6'1" | 6'1" - 6'4" | 6'4" - 6'7" |
| Reach (mm) | 427 | 452 | 472 | 492 | 517 |
| Stack (mm) | 609 | 618 | 632 | 650 | 668 |
| Effective Top Tube (mm) | 572 | 600 | 625 | 646 | 675 |
| Seat Tube (mm) | 390 | 405 | 430 | 460 | 500 |
| Head Tube Angle (°) | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 |
| Seat Tube Angle (°) | 76.7 | 76.6 | 76.4 | 76.7 | 76.8 |
| Chainstay Length (mm) | 461 | 461 | 461 | 461 | 461 |
| Bottom Bracket Height (mm) | 342 | 342 | 342 | 342 | 342 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| Head Tube Length (mm) | 130 | 100 | 115 | 135 | 155 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1207 | 1242 | 1268 | 1297 | 1330 |
| Standover Height (mm) | 716 | 741 | 740 | 737 | 738 |
| Wheel Size | 27.5" (650b) | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |