Santa Cruz Chameleon SE Plus / Carbon C / 27.5+ 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,699$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 34
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Groupset GX Eagle, X1 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Chameleon SE Plus / Carbon C / 27.5+
Suspension Fork
Fox 34 Performance 130
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM XG1275 Eagle 10-50T
Crank
SRAM X1 Eagle 148 Dub, 30t - 170mm (S), 175mm (M-XL)
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle 12 SPD
Wheels
Front Hub
Hope Pro4 15x110 28h
Rear Hub
Hope Pro4 12x148 28h
Rims
Santa Cruz Reserve 37 27.5" Carbon
Spokes
DT Competition Race (28)
Tires
Maxxis Rekon 27.5x2.8 EXO 3C TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide R
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Aeffect R 50mm
Handlebar
Race Face Aeffect R 35x780
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset
Hope IS 41/52
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Pro
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth 31.6
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM High | SM Low | MD High | MD Low | LG High | LG Low | XL Low | XL High |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.28 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm |
| Front Center | 703 mm | 703 mm | 730 mm | 728 mm | 754 mm | 748 mm | 782 mm | 787 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 46 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 93 mm | 92 mm | 93 mm | 92 mm | 93 mm | 99 mm | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Stack | 620 mm | 624 mm | 625 mm | 624 mm | 634 mm | 632 mm | 633 mm | 643 mm |
| Reach | 419 mm | 419 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 464 mm | 467 mm | 494 mm | 494 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 603 mm | 608 mm | 629 mm | 633 mm | 653 mm | 656 mm | 689 mm | 691 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.8 ° | 72.8 ° | 72.8 ° | 72.8 ° | 72.8 ° | 72.8 ° | 72.8 ° | 72.8 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 390 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 490 mm | 490 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1119 mm | 1122 mm | 1146 mm | 1147 mm | 1170 mm | 1167 mm | 1201 mm | 1204 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 702 mm | 696 mm | 718 mm | 703 mm | 740 mm | 728 mm | 747 mm | 755 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
Chameleon SE Plus / Carbon C / 27.5+ belongs to the Santacruz Chameleon model. 57 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Santacruz Chameleon bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Chameleon D Plus / Aluminum / 27.5 2019 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1799$. Santa Cruz Chameleon SE Plus / Carbon C / 27.5+ 2019 on the other hand costs 5699$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Santa Cruz released this model in 2019, its price was 5699$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 106.34% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork
Santa Cruz Chameleon SE Plus / Carbon C / 27.5+ 2019 bike is equipped with the Fox Performance Float 34 fork, and has 120mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Chameleon SE Plus / Carbon C / 27.5+ bike is equipped with the 27.5″ carbon model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Chameleon SE Plus / Carbon C / 27.5+. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.