Santa Cruz Launches the Heckler SL

Santa Cruz has finally entered the lightweight e-bike category with the all-new Heckler SL. As the name suggests, the new model is a slimmed-down iteration of their full-power Heckler model, featuring 150mm of rear wheel travel paired with a 160mm fork. However, it ditches the Shimano EP8 motor and e-system for Fazua's sleek Ride 60 platform. Certainly not the first (and definitely not the last) to develop an eMTB with less power, weight, and range in exchange for better handling and maneuverability familiar to our beloved mountain bikes, the Heckler SL does offer a tad more power than most SL bikes. And it looks like a hoot to ride, especially if you are already a fan of Santa Cruz bikes. Of course, that is if you can summon the funds to buy one. We have plans to hop on the Heckler SL before the year ends for some first-hand impressions and opinions, but for now, have a scroll below for all the press release details.

Highlights

Carbon fiber frame (C and CC options)
MX wheels
150mm of rear wheel travel // 160mm fork travel
VPP Suspension design
60Nm Fazua motor
430Wh integrated battery (claimed same range as 630Wh battery)
Integrated top tube display
Rear centers increase with size (three sizes offered across five frame sizes)
64 degree head tube angle
Sizes: S-XXL
5 build kits
Lifetime frame warranty
Claimed average weight: 41 lbs (18.5 kgs)
MSRP: $7,200 - $12,999 USD

Faster, Lighter, More Power. Choose All Three.

All the on-trail traits of a Santa Cruz combined with the Fazua mid-power compact drive unit. 150mm of legendary VPPTM suspension, mixed wheels, and progressive geometry makes the Heckler SL a natural handling trail bike. Just with the added power of an e-bike. Great for quick escapes, squeezing the most out of a ride.

Heckler SL Riders

E-Curious, Liars & Skeptics

“It's still an MTB...right?"

Looking for the Goldilocks e-bike:

Quality
Subtle in looks
- Quiet in function

Performance Orientated & Athletic

"It's still a workout, right?"

Looking for the sneaky e-bike:

Speed
Performance
- Can still put some effort into the pedals

Neophytes & Smaller Riders

"It’s a lot easier, isn’t it?”

Looking for an enabler:

The power to go further + higher
Has the handling of a regular Santa Cruz
Confidence-inspiring

Heckler SL Story

More Powerful than Other SLs

FAZUA RIDE 60:

Heckler SL: 60 Nm
Fluid and silent thanks to the no-drag motor

Lighter, Familiar Handling

Compact overall design =

Lightweight drive unit
Mixed Wheels
Natural handling
Familiar styling

Impressive Range

Battery Capacity: 430Wh

Same range as a 630 Wh full-powered eMTB
Integrated and compact
Customizable range via app

Design Details

Compact overall design + compact drive unit = less weight, natural handling, and familiar styling.

FAZUA Ride 60: 60 Nm of torque (more than Trek Fuel EXe and Specialized Levo SL) but more compact and lighter weight than full-power systems.

Fazua Support

Fazua.com has a B2B portal
Ticketing system for service warranty
QBP handles NA parts and service
- Fazua direct in Europe

Where Does the Heckler SL Fit In?

Geometry

Build Kits

Lifetime Warranty

All Santa Cruz and Juliana frames, pivot bearings, and Reserve carbon rims have our lifetime warranty. From real riders the Santa Cruz Rider Support team, empowered to do what it takes to keep our bikes rolling. NO BS. Easy to work on, easy to find parts for, built to last.