Santa Cruz BRONSON XX1 / AXS / RSV / Carbon CC / MX 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 160mm
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Travel Rear 150mm
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Fork Fox Factory Float 36
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Groupset XX1 Eagle AXS, X01 Eagle AXS
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12 Electronic
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BRONSON XX1 / AXS / RSV / Carbon CC / MX
Suspension Fork
FOX 36 Float Factory, 160mm
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM AXS Controller
Cassette
SRAM XG1299 Eagle Rainbow, 12spd, 10-50t
Crank
SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS 148 DUB 32t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM XX1 Eagle, 12spd
Wheels
Front Hub
i9 Hydra, 15x110, 28h
Rear Hub
i9 Hydra, 12x148, XD, 28h
Rims
Reserve 30 V2 Carbon Rims
Spokes
Sapim D-light
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C, EXO, TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code RSC
Cockpit
Stem
i9 A35
Handlebar
Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm, 35mm Rise
Grips
Santa Cruz House Grips or Burgtec Bartender Pro Grip Minnaar
Headset
Chris King DropSet 3 Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium Ti Fusion Saddle or WTB Volt
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth, 31.6 or OneUp Dropper V2
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 | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 344 mm | 341 mm | 344 mm | 341 mm | 344 mm | 341 mm | 344 mm | 341 mm | 344 mm | 341 mm |
| Front Center | 722 mm | 722 mm | 757 mm | 757 mm | 786 mm | 786 mm | 811 mm | 810 mm | 842 mm | 842 mm |
| Rake | 37 mm | 38 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 136 mm | 137 mm | 127 mm | 128 mm | 127 mm | 128 mm | 126 mm | 128 mm | 127 mm | 128 mm |
| Stack | 598 mm | 599 mm | 621 mm | 623 mm | 630 mm | 632 mm | 639 mm | 641 mm | 653 mm | 655 mm |
| Reach | 409 mm | 406 mm | 434 mm | 431 mm | 459 mm | 456 mm | 479 mm | 476 mm | 504 mm | 501 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 540 mm | 546 mm | 574 mm | 579 mm | 603 mm | 608 mm | 627 mm | 631 mm | 657 mm | 661 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.6 ° | 76.9 ° | 77.2 ° | 76.7 ° | 77.1 ° | 76.6 ° | 76.9 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.7 ° | 76.4 ° |
| 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 | 64.7 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.7 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.7 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.7 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.7 ° | 64.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 431 mm | 436 mm | 435 mm | 436 mm | 439 mm | 440 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm | 446 mm | 447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1153 mm | 1158 mm | 1192 mm | 1193 mm | 1225 mm | 1226 mm | 1253 mm | 1253 mm | 1288 mm | 1289 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 10 mm | 13 mm | 29 mm | 32 mm | 29 mm | 32 mm | 29 mm | 32 mm | 29 mm | 32 mm |
| Standover Height | 705 mm | 702 mm | 713 mm | 710 mm | 735 mm | 731 mm | 733 mm | 730 mm | 732 mm | 729 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
BRONSON XX1 / AXS / RSV / Carbon CC / MX completes the Santacruz Bronson model. 77 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz BRONSON R / Carbon C 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 5399$. Santa Cruz BRONSON XX1 / AXS / RSV / Carbon CC / MX 2023 on the other hand costs 12199$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Enduro bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro bike is 3599$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Enduro bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Santa Cruz released this model in 2023, its price was 12199$. Comparing this to the average Enduro bike price, we see that the price is 238.96% higher.
BRONSON XX1 / AXS / RSV / Carbon CC / MX components
Fork
This bike has the Fox Factory Float 36 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 160mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate model, with a travel of 150mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the BRONSON XX1 / AXS / RSV / Carbon CC / MX model has 29″ carbon wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The BRONSON XX1 / AXS / RSV / Carbon CC / MX comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz BRONSON XX1 / AXS / RSV / Carbon CC / MX includes a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.
