Santa Cruz Megatower 2 CC X0 AXS Complete Mountain Bike 2024
Model Info
Product Info
With it's new Transmission that rivals that of a sports car, Santa Cruz Bicycles Megatower 2 CC X0 AXS Complete Mountain Bike is a high-end pedal pony designed for experienced and skilled riders who love to tackle challenging and technical terrain. With 170mm of travel in the fork and 165mm in the rear, this bike offers exceptional suspension and handling, making it ideal for the gnarliest of trails and aggressive riding styles, be it enduro or downhill. The CC X0 AXS build is centered around the next gen SRAM Eagle Transmission too, making it a perfect choice for riders who demand the most cutting-edge performance from their bikes. With its advanced features and capabilities, the Megatower 2 is here to give you newfound confidence chasing your buddies down the spiciest of trails.
Product Details
Frame/Shock
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.
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.
Fox Float X2 Factory Rear Shock – The biggest air shock in the game has seen all new everything: damper, chassis, main piston, bottom-out bumper, shaft, seals, and compression curve. Long story short, the latest X2 has improved on the industry best. From small bump suppleness to big hit control, this is an amazing air shock.
Shock Adjustments – Air Spring Pressure / High- and Low-Speed Rebound and Compression / 2-Position Lockout Lever
Bottle Cage Mount – Within the front triangle, fits piggyback shocks.
ISCG-05 Tabs for Chainguide Compatibility
165mm Rear Travel
Internal Dropper and Brake Cable Routing
Integrated Flip Chip for High/Low Geometry Adjustment
Fork
RockShox Zeb Ultimate – Long on travel, short on excuses, ZEB Ultimate is a whole new breed of fork designed to challenge the limits and take on the world’s toughest enduro tracks. An updated stiff 38mm chassis includes the new Charger 3 RC2 damper with vibration-killing ButterCup technology. RockShox's highest performing, athlete-proven technologies matched with premium style plays. This is ZEB.
Drive Train
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS Transmission – The next generation SRAM Eagle Transmission is a radically robust, fully integrated and interdependent wireless drivetrain. Built around the universal constant of the wheel axle itself, the Full Mount hangerless attachment creates a far stronger connection to the frame with a super tough derailleur. Shifting under load is made possible due to a combination of X-SYNC technology and cassette mapping, creating seamless shifts even during your hardest power output. The new AXS Pods are extremely ergonomic and highly customizable, so shifting gears is light and intuitive.
Brakes
SRAM Code Silver Stealth – SRAM's legendary, full-powered brake now features a new technology to improve your cockpit aesthetic: Stealth. The all-new lever body design brings the hose closer to the bar, allowing for a sleeker, more modern ride. The proven internals remain the same, with SwingLink driving its signature feel.
SRAM HS2 Rotors – When it comes to heat dissipation, and therefore power, thicker is better. SRAM's new HS2 rotors are 2.0mm thick, helping them avoid heat fade and maintain their power on long descents.
Wheelset
Maxxis Assegai Front Tire – With tall knobs that punch through dust and loam to find traction, this tire offers support and confidence on wet roots and rocks. While other tires excel only in certain conditions, the new Maxxis Assegai is built to go fast everywhere.
Maxxis Minion DHR II Rear Tire – A real rider's tire choice, these Minions bring a mix of rolling resistance, wear, and performance that can't be beat.
Additional Features
OneUp V2 Dropper Post
Santa Cruz Carbon Handlebar – Designed and made exclusively by Santa Cruz, using everything they've learned from creating World Championship winning carbon bicycles. Each bar has a dialed amount of stiffness, keeping vibration in check and minimizing arm fatigue. Discrete markers take the pain out of set-up alignments and stealth branding keeps things class.
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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:
Enduro
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Used For
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:
RockShox ZEB Ultimate
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Fork
RockShox ZEB Ultimate Long on travel, short on excuses, ZEB Ultimate is a whole new breed of fork designed to challenge the limits and take on the world’s toughest enduro tracks. An updated stiff 38mm chassis includes the new Charger 3 RC2 damper with vibration-killing ButterCup technology. RockShox's highest performing, athlete-proven technologies matched with premium style plays. - Stanchion Diameter (mm): 38
- Fork Travel (mm): 170
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Rear Shock:
Fox Float X2 Factory
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Rear Shock
Fox Float X2 Factory Combining ultra-plush coil-like comfort and incredible damping prowess with the light weight of an air spring and an unmatched level of tunability, the Float X2 brings new levels of control and performance to every terrain imaginable.
Factory Series models feature a genuine Kashima Coat finish for the ultimate friction-free performance.
Shock Adjustments - Air Spring Pressure / High and Low Speed Compression / High and Low Speed Rebound / 2-Position Lockout Lever - Rear Travel (mm): 165
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Shifters:
SRAM AXS Pod Bridge
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Shifters
SRAM AXS Pod Bridge The AXS Pod transforms the crucial act of rider inputs into a vastly more personal experience for all of your AXS controls. -
Rear Derailleur:
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12-Speed
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Rear Derailleur
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12-Speed Engineered as integrated and interdependent transmission components, the X0 Eagle T-Type derailleur mounts around the wheel axle itself, contacting the cassette directly with a first-of-its-kind Hangerless Interface. Beyond that, its Full Mount attachment method creates a far stronger connection that grips both sides of the frame. The new Transmission derailleurs feature the same intuitive pairing and set-up procedure as our Eagle AXS derailleurs. Featuring an overload clutch that boosts resiliency and a tucked-in profile that houses protection covers on the B-knuckle and outer link that are fully replaceable, or upgradeable to the XX skid plate. -
Crankset:
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 32t
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Crankset
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 32t X0 Eagle AXS Transmission Power Meter Crankset provides riders with accurate, live power data delivery housed in our most advanced aluminum crankset. The power meter technology is integrated through what we call “DUB-PWR” – a unique design that elegantly houses Quarq’s reliable and accurate power measurement inside the DUB crank spindle itself. Measuring left-side power to calculate total watts, it’s subtle, lightweight, compatible with any chainring setup, and boasts unbeatable battery life. It is also compatible with the Flight Attendant system, allowing for total connectivity between all AXS enabled components. No-compromise, no-fuss data delivery with robustness in mind.
FEATURES- Innovative DUB-PWR design allows for lightweight, subtle Quarq power integration.
- Compatible with Flight Attendant
- Unique, groundbreaking design integrated with the lightest aluminum crankset on the market.
- +/- 3% accuracy
- Long battery life (400+hours)
- User replaceable AAA lithium battery
- Waterproof (IPX7 waterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutes)
- 30-34T rings
- Can be run with chainring bash guards
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Cassette:
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type XS-1295, 10-52t
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Cassette
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type XS-1295, 10-52t The X0 Eagle Transmission (T-Type) Cassette is a major reason why Eagle Transmission offers the best-ever inboard and outboard shifting performance under load. Engineered as integrated and interdependent transmission components, the X0 Eagle Transmission Cassette and derailleur contact directly, ensuring perfect alignment on every bike. Beyond its unique and stunning Dark Polar finish and electroless nickel plating for incredible resistance to corrosion and wear, its full X-Sync design literally means the harder you pedal, the better it shifts. Its strength is further proven by its full approval for E-MTB use. It’s been built for a 55mm chainline for even more durability and precision thanks to milder chain angles throughout the full range, low to high. From its massive 520% gear range, the 52 tooth cog steps down with improved gear progression with 44 and 38 tooth cogs in the low end (compared to the Eagle drivetrain 10-52-tooth cassette). What else? It has a clearly marked Setup Cog, making install both simple and fool-proof.
FEATURES- Full X-SYNC for best-ever inboard and outboard shifting performance under load
- Optimized gear steps on low end
- 55mm chainline compatibility for more moderate chain angle, longer wear and greater precision
- Setup Cog for fool-proof set up
- Features X-DOME with a lighter aluminum 12th gear
- Fully E-MTB approved
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Chain:
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type Flattop, 12-Speed
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Chain
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type Flattop, 12-Speed With Eagle Transmission being the first of its kind, fully integrated and interdependent system, the X0 Eagle Transmission (T-Type) Flattop Chain is so much more than just a chain. Its unique flat top design makes it the strongest change chain we have ever made. With equal importance, it upgrades the look of any super machine. These details matter. It features a Dark Polar finish specific to X0, has been plated with electroless nickel, and comes with a PVD coating for unbelievable resistance to corrosion and wear. Fully approved for E-MTB use with solid pins.
FEATURES- Strongest SRAM chain ever
- Specifically engineered for Eagle Transmission
- Flattop profile, unbelievable shifting performance, game-changing aesthetics
- Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide
- Pedals: Not Included
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Brake Levers:
SRAM Code Silver Stealth
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Brake Levers
SRAM Code Silver Stealth SRAM's legendary, full-powered brake now features a new technology to improve your cockpit aesthetic: Stealth. The all-new lever body design brings the hose closer to the bar, allowing for a sleeker, more modern ride. The proven internals remain the same, with SwingLink driving SRAM's signature feel. And for unrivaled ease of customization, Code Silver features tool-free Reach and Contact Point Adjust. Confidence is king, and Code reigns supreme on the slew of more-capable-than-ever-before trail bikes, as well as heavy-duty giants like enduro, gravity, and E-MTB. - Brake Calipers: SRAM Code Silver Stealth
- Rotors: SRAM HS2 200mm
- Headset: Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated
- Stem: Burgtec Enduro MK3 42mm
- Saddle: WTB Silverado Medium Ti
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Seatpost:
OneUp V2 Dropper 31.6mm
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Seatpost
OneUp V2 Dropper 31.6mm The OneUp V2 Dropper has the most drop, shortest stack height and shortest total length of any other post on the market. No other dropper can get your saddle lower. Smooth, reliable and a great value. There’s more than one reason testers, reviewers, racers and riders consistently rate our Dropper Post “#1”, “5-Stars” and “10/10.” - Hubs: DT Swiss 350 6-Bolt 28H
- Rims: RaceFace ARC Offset 30
- Spokes: Sapim Race
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Front Tire:
Maxxis Assegai 2.5" | 3C MaxxGrip, EXO+, TR
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Front Tire
Maxxis Assegai 2.5" | 3C MaxxGrip, EXO+, TR 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.
- Tubeless Ready (TR): Tubeless tires allow riders to run lower air pressures for improved traction, lower rolling resistance, and less chance of flatting.
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Rear Tire:
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+
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Rear Tire
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+ 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.
- 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.
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime (Frame and Bearings)
| Size | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
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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) | 430 | 455 | 475 | 495 | 520 |
| Stack (mm) | 616 | 625 | 638 | 656 | 670 |
| Effective Top Tube (mm) | 570 | 594 | 613 | 637 | 666 |
| Seat Tube (mm) | 380 | 405 | 430 | 460 | 500 |
| Head Tube Angle (°) | 63.8 | 63.8 | 63.8 | 63.8 | 63.8 |
| Seat Tube Angle (°) | 77.24 | 77.42 | 77.8 | 77.8 | 77.8 |
| Bottom Bracket Height (mm) | 346 | 346 | 346 | 346 | 346 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) | 26.5 | 26.5 | 26.5 | 26.5 | 26.5 |
| Head Tube Length (mm) | 90 | 100 | 115 | 135 | 150 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1206 | 1236 | 1266 | 1298 | 1333 |
| Standover Height (mm) | 709 | 716 | 723 | 722 | 724 |
| Complete Weight (lbs) | 33.67 | ||||
| Complete Weight (kg) | 15.27 | ||||
| Wheel Size | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |