Danny MacAskill just doesn't stop talking about ebikes. He's infatuated with them. In fact, the only time he's not chewing someone's ear off about how good they are is when he's riding them. And when he's riding an ebike he rides and rides and rides. Which is partly why we've made the newest Heckler able to go further, higher, faster and be funner.
The latest generation of the Heckler has a larger interchangeable battery (720wh up from 504wh), which allows riders to expand their own trail map - accessing previously unreachable trails, unlocking less-used trails and cramming more into less time.
The new Heckler has both mixed or dual 29-inch wheel size options. Wheel size isn't the only option for riders. There's a full size range of both from medium to XXL, with the small size frame having dual 27.5 wheels. Two levels of carbon (Santa Cruz's own C and CC blends) open up the range of options for build kits.
The thing that sets our ebikes apart from the pack is the on-trail manners of the bike. We sweat the carbon layup and frame design so it's tough enough to handle the sheer quantity of riding ebikes allow. There's no corners cut in the componentry so your only concern is not getting lost rather than being stuck with a mechanical. The geometry has been honed from a lot of testing and feedback in order to make the ride fun whether going up or down. And finally, the legendary VPP suspension has been tuned precisely for ebike use. 150mm rear travel (with 160mm travel fork up front) seems to be the sweet spot for a bike intended to tame big trails on big days, with slightly less anti-squat to give it glue-like traction on the climbs you'll be testing yourself on.
The only thing we've yet to figure out is how to get Danny into a 12-step ebike recovery program.
FEATURES:
- Expanding the Trail Map: 150mm of legendary VPP suspension has been tuned precisely for ebike use. With 160mm travel fork up front it’s perfect for big trails on big days.
- More Options: Now with coil shock compatibility and the addition of a flip chip, the Heckler can be dialed for any rider or any condition.
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Longer Range: The Heckler 29/MX will have the largest battery we offer, meaning the only limit is the rider's imagination or stamina. The interchangeable 720wh battery paired with the efficient EP8 motor is
ready for bigger, longer days.
SPECS:
| Frame | Carbon C 29 150mm Travel VPP™ |
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik Select, 160mm |
| Rear Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select |
| Rims/Wheels | WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 29" Rims |
| Hubs | SRAM MTH 716, Torque Cap, HG |
| Spokes | Sapim Race |
| Tires |
(F) Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO+, TR (R) Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4", 3C Maxx- Terra, EXO+, TR |
| Crankset | Shimano EM600 Crank Arms 165mm |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle Single Click, 12spd |
| Chain Guide | E.13 E-Spec+ AL |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX Eagle Single Click, 12spd |
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Cassette/Rear Cogs
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SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t |
| Shifters | SRAM NX |
| Handlebars | e.13 TRS Base |
| Stem | e.13 TRS Base |
| Brake Levers | SRAM G2 RE |
| Brakes | SRAM G2 RE w/ Avid Centerline 200mm |
| Pedals | Sold Separately |
| Saddle | WTB Silverado Race Saddle or WTB Volt |
| Seat Post | SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6 |
| Motor | Shimano Drive Unit DU-EP800 |
| Battery | 720Wh Integrated, Removable Battery |
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Display/Controller
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N/A |
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Max Assisted Speed
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20mph (Class 1) |
| Charger | Smart-Plus 4A Charger |
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Accessories & Extras
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N/A |
*Product specifications are subject to change without notice.
