Santa Cruz Chameleon D PLUS 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,599$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork Fox
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Groupset NX, Race Face -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminum
Suspension Fork
FOX Rhythm 120
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX
Shift Levers
SRAM NX
Cassette
SRAM XG1150 10-42
Crank
Race Face Aeffect AL, 30 Tooth
Bottom Bracket
Included w/ crankset
Chain
SRAM PC1110
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec D711; 15x110mm
Rear Hub
Novatec D712; 12x148mm
Rims
Race Face AR 40
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion
Tires
Maxxis Rekon EXO TR; 27.5x2.8
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level T
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline; 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Ride, 35mm clamp
Handlebar
Race Face Ride 760mm, 35mm clamp
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Lock-on
Headset
Cane Creek 10 Series; integrated
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race
Seatpost
Race Face Ride 31.6x400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.47 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm |
| Stack | 622 mm | 622 mm | 622 mm | 631 mm |
| Reach | 422 mm | 447 mm | 467 mm | 497 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 603 mm | 628 mm | 649 mm | 681 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm | 490 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1122 mm | 1147 mm | 1167 mm | 1200 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Standover Height | 696 mm | 712 mm | 728 mm | 746 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Chameleon D PLUS completes the Santacruz Chameleon model. There are 57 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Chameleon D PLUS 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1599$. On the other hand, Santa Cruz Chameleon R1 2017, is the most expensive and costs 1999$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1599$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that Chameleon D PLUS price is 72.73% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
The Fox is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Chameleon D PLUS model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Santa Cruz Chameleon D PLUS is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.