Santa Cruz 5010 XX1 AXS Reserve Plus / Carbon CC / 27.5 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 130mm
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Travel Rear 130mm
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Fork RockShox Pike Ultimate
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Groupset XX1 Eagle AXS
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12 Electronic
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS High
142cm - 156cm
XS Low
142cm - 156cm
SM High
153cm - 167cm
SM Low
153cm - 167cm
MD High
164cm - 177cm
MD Low
164cm - 177cm
LG High
174cm - 187cm
LG Low
174cm - 187cm
XL High
184cm - 195cm
XL Low
184cm - 195cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
5010 XX1 AXS Reserve Plus / Carbon CC / 27.5
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike Ultimate 130mm 27.5
Rear Shock
FOX DPX2 Float Factory Kashima
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS 12spd
Cassette
SRAM XG1299 Eagle Rainbow 12spd 10-50t
Crank
SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS 148 DUB, 32t - 165mm (XS), 170mm (S-M), 175mm (L-XL)
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM XX1 Eagle 12spd
Wheels
Front Hub
i9 Hydra, 15x110, Torque Cap, 28h
Rear Hub
i9 Hydra, 12x148, XD, 28h
Rims
Santa Cruz Reserve 27 Carbon Rim - 28h
Spokes
DT Competition Race (28)
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 27.5"x2.3" 3C EXO TR, Rear: Maxxis Rekon, 27.5"x2.6", 3C Terra EXO TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM G2 Ultimate
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
i9 A35
Handlebar
Santa Cruz Bicycles AM Carbon Bar 35x760
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset
Chris King DropSet 3 Black
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Team Saddle
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth 31.6
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS High | XS Low | SM High | SM Low | MD High | MD Low | LG High | LG Low | XL High | XL Low |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 334 mm | 330 mm | 334 mm | 330 mm | 334 mm | 330 mm | 334 mm | 330 mm | 334 mm | 330 mm |
| Front Center | 679 mm | 679 mm | 717 mm | 717 mm | 741 mm | 741 mm | 765 mm | 765 mm | 807 mm | 807 mm |
| Rake | 48 mm | 47 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 105 mm | 104 mm | 107 mm | 104 mm | 107 mm | 104 mm | 107 mm | 104 mm | 107 mm |
| Stack | 574 mm | 577 mm | 593 mm | 595 mm | 602 mm | 604 mm | 611 mm | 613 mm | 638 mm | 640 mm |
| Reach | 394 mm | 391 mm | 424 mm | 421 mm | 444 mm | 441 mm | 464 mm | 461 mm | 494 mm | 491 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 542 mm | 543 mm | 578 mm | 579 mm | 602 mm | 602 mm | 624 mm | 625 mm | 664 mm | 665 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.2 ° | 74.9 ° | 75.2 ° | 74.9 ° | 75.2 ° | 74.9 ° | 75.2 ° | 74.9 ° | 75.2 ° | 74.9 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 370 mm | 380 mm | 380 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 460 mm | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.2 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.2 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.2 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.2 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.2 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 429 mm | 430 mm | 429 mm | 430 mm | 429 mm | 430 mm | 429 mm | 430 mm | 429 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1110 mm | 1110 mm | 1146 mm | 1147 mm | 1170 mm | 1171 mm | 1194 mm | 1195 mm | 1236 mm | 1237 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 20 mm | 24 mm | 20 mm | 24 mm | 20 mm | 24 mm | 20 mm | 24 mm | 20 mm | 24 mm |
| Standover Height | 694 mm | 688 mm | 714 mm | 708 mm | 717 mm | 711 mm | 717 mm | 712 mm | 716 mm | 711 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 142 cm | 142 cm | 153 cm | 153 cm | 164 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm | 174 cm | 184 cm | 184 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 156 cm | 156 cm | 167 cm | 167 cm | 177 cm | 177 cm | 187 cm | 187 cm | 195 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
5010 XX1 AXS Reserve Plus / Carbon CC / 27.5 completes the Santacruz 5010 model. Santa Cruz launched 71 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz 5010 D Plus / Aluminum / 27.5 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2699$. On the other hand, Santa Cruz 5010 XX1 AXS Reserve / Carbon CC / 27.5 2020, is the most expensive and costs 10299$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Trail bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 10299$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 272.88% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Pike Ultimate fork installed. The fork’s travel is 130mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The 5010 XX1 AXS Reserve Plus / Carbon CC / 27.5 has a rear shock with a travel of 130mm. The model FOX DPX2 Float Factory Kashima is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the 5010 XX1 AXS Reserve Plus / Carbon CC / 27.5 model has 27.5″ carbon wheels. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Santa Cruz 5010 XX1 AXS Reserve Plus / Carbon CC / 27.5 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
5010 XX1 AXS Reserve Plus / Carbon CC / 27.5 comes in 10 sizes, that range from 142 cm – 195 cm (4.66 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz 5010 XX1 AXS Reserve Plus / Carbon CC / 27.5 includes a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.
