Description
The Santa Cruz Vala 70 is a full-power eMTB engineered for precise, confident trail riding with advanced four-bar suspension, a Carbon C frame, Bosch’s powerful drive system, and SRAM’s T-Type drivetrain technology. This bike is tuned for riders who demand balance, reliability, and control on technical singletrack and steep descents.
Standout Features
- C Carbon Frame— Lightweight, stiff, and rugged
- Four-bar Suspension— Controlled, adjustable trail travel
- Independent Geo & Shock Rate Flip Chips— Dial in your perfect ride
- 600Wh Bosch Integrated Battery— Exceptional range for longer rides
- Bosch Performance Line CX Motor— Premium eMTB drive system
- SRAM T-Type 70 Drivetrain— Trail-optimized shifting performance
Frame
- Material:Carbon C
- Rear Travel:150mm
- Wheel Size:MX (29” front / 27.5” rear)
Suspension
- Fork:RockShox Zeb Base, 160mm
- Shock:FOX Float X Performance, 205x60mm
Drivetrain
- Crankset:E13 Helix eSpec, 160mm
- Cassette:SRAM XS 1270 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t
- Chain:SRAM 70 Eagle T-Type, 12-speed Flattop
- Chainguide:OneUp Chainguide
- Rear Derailleur:SRAM 70 Eagle T-Type, 12-speed
- Shifter:SRAM 90 Eagle T-Type, Single Click
Brakes
- Front Brake:SRAM DB8
- Rear Brake:SRAM DB8
- Front Rotor:SRAM Centerline 220mm
- Rear Rotor:SRAM Centerline 200mm
Cockpit
- Handlebars:Burgtec Alloy Bar or e13 TRS Base Bar
- Stem:OneUp Enduro Stem 42mm or e13 TRS Base Stem 40mm
- Headset:Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated
- Grips:Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
- Saddle:SDG Bel-Air V3 Max
- Seatpost:SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6mm
Wheels & Tires
- Front Rim:Reserve 30|HD AL
- Rear Rim:Reserve 30|HD AL
- Front Hub:SRAM MTH 716, 15×110, 6-Bolt, 32h
- Rear Hub:SRAM MTH 746, 12×148, HG, 6-Bolt, 32h
- Front Tire:Maxxis Assegai 29×2.5”, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO+
- Rear Tire:Maxxis Minion DHRII 27.5×2.5”, 3C MaxxTerra DoubleDown
E-Bike System
- Drive Unit:Bosch Performance Line CX
- Battery:Bosch PowerTube 600Wh
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Suspension System | Four-bar |
| Rear Travel | 150mm |
| Fork Travel | 160mm |
| Fork Offset | 44mm |
| Shock Size | 205mm x 60mm (Trunnion) |
| Rear Brake Mount | 200mm PM |
| Max Rotor Size | 220mm |
| Max Chainring Size | 36T |
| Max Tire Clearance | 2.5” |
| Bottom Bracket Shell | EMTB (Bosch compatible) |
| Rear Spacing | 148mm (Boost) |
| Seat Post Diameter | 31.6mm |
| Seat Clamp Diameter | 36.4mm |
| Shock Mounting Hardware Lower | 8x30mm |
| Shock Mounting Hardware Upper | Trunnion |
| Water Bottle Mounts | 1 |
| Recommended Shock Sag | 30% (≈18mm) |
Size Guide
| Size | Rider Height | Reach |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 5’1″ – 5’5″ | 435 mm |
| Medium | 5’5″ – 5’9″ | 460 mm |
| Large | 5’9″ – 6’1″ | 480 mm |
| X-Large | 6’0″ – 6’4″ | 500 mm |
| XX-Large | 6’4″ – 6’7″ | 525 mm |


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