Santa Cruz HECKLER GX AXS / Carbon C / MX 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
12,796$
E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 150mm -
Fork Fox Performance Elite Float 36
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Groupset GX Eagle AXS, Shimano -
Suspension Full -
Motor Shimano 250W 85Nm mid-drive -
Battery 720Wh Integrated, removable -
Drivetrain Electronic -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
HECKLER GX AXS / Carbon C / MX
Suspension Fork
FOX 36 Float Performance Elite, 160mm
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX AXS Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM GX AXS Controller
Cassette
SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t
Crank
Shimano EM600 Crank Arms, 165mm
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Chain Guide
E13 E-Spec+ AL
Wheels
Front Hub
Industry Nine 1/1, 110x15, 32h
Rear Hub
Industry Nine 1/1, 148x12, XD, 32h
Rims
RaceFace ARC HD 30 29” (F), 27.5” (R) (Size Small is 27.5” Front and Rear)
Spokes
Sapim Race
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO+, TR (Size Small is 27.5”), Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+, TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code R
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 200mm
Cockpit
Stem
Burgtec Enduro MK3
Handlebar
Santa Cruz e35 Carbon Bar, 800mm, 35mm Rise
Grips
Santa Cruz House Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium Cromoly SL Fusion Saddle or WTB Volt
Seatpost
Fox Transfer Performance Elite
Motor & Battery
Motor
Shimano Drive Unit DU-EP800
Battery
720Wh Integrated, removable
Remote
Shimano Display Unit SC-EM800
Charger
Smart-Plus 4A Charger
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM High | SM Low | MD High | MD Low | LG High | LG Low | XL High | XL Low | XXL High | XXL Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.28 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 346 mm | 342 mm | 346 mm | 342 mm | 346 mm | 342 mm | 346 mm | 342 mm | 346 mm | 342 mm |
| Front Center | 761 mm | 761 mm | 781 mm | 781 mm | 807 mm | 807 mm | 836 mm | 736 mm | 869 mm | 869 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 35 mm |
| Trail | 118 mm | 120 mm | 127 mm | 130 mm | 127 mm | 130 mm | 127 mm | 130 mm | 127 mm | 131 mm |
| Stack | 614 mm | 616 mm | 623 mm | 625 mm | 636 mm | 639 mm | 655 mm | 657 mm | 673 mm | 675 mm |
| Reach | 437 mm | 434 mm | 462 mm | 459 mm | 482 mm | 479 mm | 502 mm | 499 mm | 527 mm | 524 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 578 mm | 579 mm | 606 mm | 607 mm | 631 mm | 632 mm | 652 mm | 653 mm | 681 mm | 682 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.9 ° | 76.7 ° | 76.8 ° | 76.6 ° | 76.7 ° | 76.4 ° | 77 ° | 76.7 ° | 77 ° | 76.8 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 390 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 460 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.8 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.8 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.8 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.8 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.8 ° | 64.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 130 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm | 135 mm | 135 mm | 155 mm | 155 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 452 mm | 453 mm | 452 mm | 453 mm | 452 mm | 453 mm | 452 mm | 453 mm | 452 mm | 453 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1213 mm | 1214 mm | 1233 mm | 1234 mm | 1259 mm | 1260 mm | 1288 mm | 1289 mm | 1321 mm | 1322 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 8 mm | 12 mm | 8 mm | 12 mm | 8 mm | 12 mm | 8 mm | 12 mm | 8 mm | 12 mm |
| Standover Height | 727 mm | 723 mm | 752 mm | 748 mm | 750 mm | 747 mm | 748 mm | 744 mm | 748 mm | 745 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
HECKLER GX AXS / Carbon C / MX is a Santacruz E Heckler model. 48 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Santacruz E Heckler e-bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz HECKLER R / Carbon C / 29 2023 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 8493$. On the other hand, Santa Cruz HECKLER X01 AXS RSV 29 / Carbon CC 2023, is the most expensive and costs 13899$.
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.
Average price for Enduro e-bikes
If you want an acceptable Enduro e-bike you should know that the average price is 4785$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal e-bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Santa Cruz HECKLER GX AXS / Carbon C / MX price was 11679$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 144.08% more expensive than the price of the average Enduro e-bike.
HECKLER GX AXS / Carbon C / MX components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Performance Elite Float 36 model. The travel on this model is 160mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ rear shock model, which has a travel of 150mm. 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. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
The wheels on HECKLER GX AXS / Carbon C / MX are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Santa Cruz HECKLER GX AXS / Carbon C / MX is equipped 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, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the HECKLER GX AXS / Carbon C / MX. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!