Whether the Santa Cruz Bicycles Heckler 9 MX C S E-Mountain Bike is named after the nine Muses of Greek mythology, the Future Interstate 9 through central California, or the symbol for the Chinese dragon, we may never know. Nine hours of high power trail riding? You might get there, actually. There's no ebike on the planet with the skillset of this trail ripper, that's for sure. How they've packed such a long-lasting and powerful battery and motor in such a nimble package is definitely magic. Combined with the do-it-all balance of mixed wheel sizing, solid suspension, and Santa Cruz ride characteristics? We say "ja" to this nein!
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.
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.
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ Rear Shock – Super Deluxe Select+ is built for the latest breed of hard hitting enduro and trail bikes. Offering the ride control you need paired with a user-friendly threshold adjustment all rolled into a great high performance-to-value package. We even threw in Maxima Plush fluid to reduce friction and silence noise.
Shock Adjustments – Air Spring Pressure, Low Speed Compression, Rebound
148mm Rear Axle Spacing
Integrated Frame Protection
Internal Cable Routing
Integrated Headset
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.
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.
Fox Float 36 Performance – With its proven GRIP damper, this fork has adjustability to match its stiffness. On top of being beefed up for ebike use, this one has all the latest features: new lowers, a floating axle, and three on-the-fly compression setting adjustments. Stiffer and smoother than anything out there, this fork gets the most out of any trail.
Fork Adjustments – Air Spring Pressure | 3 Lever-Actuated Compression Settings (Open, Medium, Firm) | Low Speed Rebound (10 Clicks)
SRAM GX Eagle – SRAM Eagle™ drivetrains are the only 1x drivetrains that are fully system engineered for optimal performance. Eagle™ drivetrains are designed, tested and proven to deliver the lightest, highest-performing, most durable systems for all riders on any trail. Eagle™ technology provides an expanded, optimum, gear range that allows you to realize your bike's potential beyond where it has ever been. Every SRAM GX Eagle™ component is 100% compatible with all levels of SRAM Eagle™ drivetrain systems.
SRAM Code R – Sleek, easy to use, yet immensely powerful. Code R packs a winning punch with a reliable DirectLink™ lever mated to Code’s new oversized four-piston caliper. SRAM’s signature ergonomics are supplemented by the tool-free reach adjust for a fit to each riders’ needs, to unleash Code’s superior braking power, consistency and modulation.
Avid Centerline Rotors – The new CenterLine Rotor was designed to keep the center of friction consistent throughout rotation thereby minimizing vibration offering consistent performance and a quiet ride.
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.
Mixed Wheel Sizes – With a 29er up front and a 27.5" wheel out back, this bike has the ability to roll over bigger holes at speed without sacrificing agility. Note: size small has 27.5" wheels front and rear.
Race Face ARC HD 30 Rims with DT Swiss 370 Hubs – Made with 6069 aluminum alloy for superior strength, these rims have an interior diameter of 30mm -- perfect for World Cup worthy levels of performance and durability. Your tires will stay in the bead no matter the conditions, and the design means you'll enjoy a tough, stiff, and better balanced wheel with a great strength-to-weight ratio.
SDG Tellis Dropper Post – An absolute workhorse. A dropper post and remote combo with unsurpassed durability, reliability and simplicity. This post features a fully sealed cartridge system that'll operate smoothly in the wettest, coldest, and muddiest conditions.
eBikes can only be shipped via ground. Delivery to AK and HI is unavailable at this time.
Price and Spec Subject to Change
Size | S, 27.5" | M, MX | L, MX | XL, MX | XXL, MX |
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Top Tube (mm) | 572 | 600 | 625 | 646 | 675 |
Seat Tube (mm) | 390 | 405 | 430 | 460 | 500 |
Stack (mm) | 609 | 618 | 632 | 650 | 668 |
Reach (mm) | 427 | 452 | 472 | 492 | 517 |
Standover Height (mm) | 716 | 741 | 740 | 737 | 738 |
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) | 446 | 446 | 446 | 446 | 446 |
Bottom Bracket Height (mm) | 342 | 342 | 342 | 342 | 342 |
Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
Head Tube Length (mm) | 130 | 100 | 115 | 135 | 155 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 1207 | 1227 | 1253 | 1282 | 1315 |
Wheel Size | 27.5" (650b) | Mixed Wheel | Mixed Wheel | Mixed Wheel | Mixed Wheel |