Santa Cruz Vala 90

The Santa Cruz Vala 90 2026 is a new full-suspension e-MTB with a Carbon C frame and a SRAM Eagle T-Type build. Available in sizes S, M, L, XL and XXL, in Midnight Green or Gloss Grey, it suits riders looking for an electric bike for trail rides.

The Vala 90 2026 adapts to your riding style on the trails thanks to flip chips that independently adjust geometry and suspension progression.

• Electric assistance from Bosch: Performance CX BDU38 motor paired with a Bosch PowerTube Battery with a capacity of 600Wh.
• Suspension from FOX: 38 Float Performance Grip fork with 160mm of travel and Float X Performance 205x60 rear shock, with 150mm of rear travel.
• 12-speed drivetrain: SRAM 90 Eagle T-Type 12spd rear derailleur with a GX Eagle T-Type Flattop chain and E13 Helix eSpec crankset.
• SRAM Maven brakes: Maven Base braking system paired with SRAM HS2 discs measuring 200mm.
• MX wheel setup: Reserve 30|HD AL rims with a Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5" front tyre and Minion DHRII 27.5"x2.5" rear tyre.
• OneUp dropper seatpost: Dropper Post with 31.6 of travel paired with a SDG Bel-Air V3 Max Lux-Alloy saddle.

It is an option to consider if you want to focus on off-road rides and are looking for a build that also includes a dropper seatpost.