Santa Cruz Vala 1 Carbon C – 90

The Santa Cruz Vala 1 Carbon C – 90 blends refined suspension with Bosch performance and precise handling. Its lightweight carbon frame and 150mm travel make it a versatile e-MTB for trail riders.Key Features:Frame: Carbon C frame, 150mm travel, 4-bar suspension designFork: FOX 38 Float Performance, 160mm travelRear Shock: FOX Float X Performance, 205x60mmDrivetrain: SRAM GX Eagle T-Type 12-speed drivetrainBrakes: SRAM Maven Base hydraulic disc brakesWheels: Reserve 30|HD AL wheelsetTyres: Maxxis Assegai 29×2.5” front, Minion DHRII 27.5×2.5” rearFinance: Available with 0% APR financeDrive Information:Motor: Bosch Performance CX motor, 120Nm torqueBattery: Bosch PowerTube 600Wh integrated batteryUser Interface: Bosch display with remote control unitThe Santa Cruz Vala 1 Carbon C – 90 brings together Santa Cruz’s renowned suspension expertise and Bosch’s leading e-MTB drive technology to create a bike that’s as composed as it is capable. Designed to deliver confident handling and smooth power on every ride, it’s built for riders who want all-day trail performance with a natural feel.The Carbon C frame uses Santa Cruz’s advanced layup process to balance stiffness and compliance, ensuring precise handling and durability while keeping weight low. The proven 4-bar suspension system offers 150mm of rear travel, providing traction and control on technical climbs and descents. Matched with a FOX 38 Float Performance fork offering 160mm of travel, the Vala is perfectly balanced for aggressive trail and all-mountain riding.Power comes from the Bosch Performance CX motor, delivering up to 120Nm of torque with smooth, responsive assistance. It’s paired with a 600Wh Bosch PowerTube battery, offering reliable range for long rides, whether you’re climbing mountain passes or exploring local singletrack. The Bosch display and remote give clear control over power levels and ride data, all from the handlebar.The SRAM GX Eagle T-Type 12-speed drivetrain provides crisp, consistent shifting under load, while the SRAM Maven Base brakes deliver powerful, predictable stopping performance. The Reserve 30|HD AL wheelset is built tough for e-MTB use, rolling on Maxxis Assegai and Minion DHRII tyres for dependable grip across mixed terrain.Finishing touches like the OneUp cockpit and dropper post, SDG Bel-Air V3 saddle, and high-quality bearings and hardware throughout reflect Santa Cruz’s reputation for thoughtful design and long-term reliability.With its premium build and carefully tuned suspension, the Santa Cruz Vala 1 Carbon C – 90 offers a refined, confident ride that makes every climb easier and every descent more rewarding — a true trail companion for riders who value precision, balance, and power.Bosch Performance Update 2.0Bosch have dropped a fresh update for the Performance Line CX and CX-R motors, and it’s a big one for riders who want more punch on the trails. The update is available for the latest generation motors with the codes BDU384Y and BDU386Y, and it can be installed straight from the Bosch eBike Flow app. Nice and easy.Once you’ve downloaded Performance Update 2.0, you can crank the motor up to a huge 120 Nm of torque, with up to 600% support and 750 watts of peak power. Bosch have also tweaked things so the motor can hold that power for longer when the riding conditions allow.The 600% support figure only kicks in between 0 and 15 km/h, so it’s all about helping you power up steep climbs and tricky sections. The maximum assisted speed stays the same at 25 km/h.As with previous Bosch updates, you can still customise the motor settings in the app to suit your riding style. Whether you want maximum power for steep tech climbs or a more natural feel on longer rides, you can dial it in how you like it.Performance Update 2.0 is available for all CX Gen 5 and CX-R Gen 5 motors. It also brings Extended Boost (Bosch Overrun) and support for the new drivetrain tensioner system, which helps reduce lag when you get back on the pedals. Bosch are also adding more features and connectivity options, including Garmin integration and new power supply options.One thing worth keeping in mind — more power means more stress on drivetrain components, so increased wear is expected over time. If you’re unsure about compatibility, servicing or upgrading components, get in touch with us and we’ll be happy to help.