Santa Cruz Chameleon R Plus / Aluminum / 27+ 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,649$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Fork Fox Rhythm Float 34
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Groupset NX Eagle -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 167cm
MD
164cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
XL
184cm - 198cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Chameleon R Plus / Aluminum / 27+
Suspension Fork
FOX Rhythm 34, 130mm, 29"
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Cassette
SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t
Crank
SRAM NX Eagle 148 DUB, 30t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, 32h
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rims
WTB ST i40 TCS 2.0 27.5"
Spokes
Sapim Race
Tires
Front: Maxxis Rekon 27.5"x2.8", EXO, TR, Rear: Maxxis Rekon 27.5"x2.8", EXO, TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide T
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Ride Stem
Handlebar
Race Face Ride
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race
Seatpost
SDG Tellis
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm |
| Front Center | 704 mm | 731 mm | 755 mm | 789 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Stack | 621 mm | 625 mm | 635 mm | 644 mm |
| Reach | 418 mm | 443 mm | 463 mm | 493 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 603 mm | 630 mm | 653 mm | 691 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.7 ° | 72.7 ° | 72.7 ° | 72.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm | 490 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1124 mm | 1151 mm | 1175 mm | 1208 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm |
| Standover Height | 700 | 716 mm | 738 mm | 753 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 164 cm | 176 cm | 184 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm | 198 cm |
Model Overview
Chameleon R Plus / Aluminum / 27+ is a Santacruz Chameleon model. Santa Cruz launched 57 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Santacruz Chameleon bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Chameleon D Plus / Aluminum / 27+ 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2149$. Santa Cruz Chameleon R Plus / Carbon C / 27+ 2021 on the other hand costs 2999$, 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.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 2649$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 4.27% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
The Fox Rhythm Float 34 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 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.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Chameleon R Plus / Aluminum / 27+ bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Chameleon R Plus / Aluminum / 27+ has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 152 cm – 198 cm (4.99 ft – 6.5 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. 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.