Santa Cruz

Megatower R

2026Mountain - Enduro
Megatower R Data
MSRP
EUR 5399.00
Suspension
Fully, Full Suspension
Travel
Front: 170mm, Rear: 165mm
Gears
12
Weight
15.68 kg
Sizes
S, M, L, Xl, Xxl
Colors
Gloss Carbon, Gloss Purple
EAN
58-24263-106-2-821-394001

Components

Complete component specification list for this variant.

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX EAGLE
Back Derailleur
Gears
12
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle
Chain
Gears
12
Cassette
SRAM PG30
Cassette
Number of sprockets
12
Range
11-50t
Crank
Descendant SRAM Eagle 148 DUB
Crank
Chainring
Descendant SRAM Eagle
Front Chainring
Ring 1
32 Teeth
Bottom Bracket
Threaded SRAM DUB 68/73mm BB
Bottom bracket
Standard
73mm Threaded
Rear Shifter
SRAM NX Eagle

Cockpit

Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Grips
Stem
e.13 Base
Stem
Handlebar
e.13 TRS Base
Handlebar

Seat

Seatpost Clamp
Santa Cruz Seat Clamp
Seatpost Clamp
Seatpost
SDG Tellis Dropper
Seatpost
Diameter
31.6 mm
Dropper post
1
Saddle
WTB Silverado

Brakes

Front
Front Disc
Centerline Avid
Front Disc
Diameter
200 mm
Front Brake
SRAM G2 RE
Front Brake
Rear
Rear Disc
Centerline Avid
Back Disc
Diameter
200 mm
Rear Brake
SRAM G2 RE
Back Brake

Wheels

Front
Front Tire
Maxxis Assegai 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO (29", 2.5")
Front Tire
Size
29"
Width
2.5"
Front Wheel
Face AR Offset Rim / SRAM MTH 716 Hub (29", 15x110 mm)
Front Wheel
Size
29"
Axle Dimension
15x110 mm
Rotor mount
6-Bolt
Inner width
30 mm
Rear
Rear Tire
Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C MaxxTerra, EXO (29", 2.4"WT)
Back Tire
Size
29"
Width
2.4"WT
Rear Wheel
Face AR Offset Rim / SRAM MTH 746 Hub (29", 12x148 mm)
Back Wheel
Size
29"
Axle Dimension
12x148 mm
Rotor mount
6-Bolt
Inner width
30 mm

Frame

Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select, 230x62.5
Rear Shock
Travel
165 mm
Fork
RockShox Zeb Base
Fork
Travel
170 mm
Front Axle Dimension
15x110 mm
Offset
44 mm
Frame
Megatower Carbon C

Accessories

Chainguard
e.13 TRS Race SL, ISCG05
Chainguard

Comparison

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Model Year:
Current
Megatower R
2026
Megatower 90
2026
Megatower Frame 2024
2026
Megatower GX AXS 2024
2026
Megatower GX AXS Coil 2024
2026
Megatower GX AXS RSV 2024
2026
Megatower GX AXS RSV Coil 2024
2026
Megatower S
2026
Megatower X0 AXS 2024
2026
Megatower X0 AXS Coil 2024
2026
Megatower X0 AXS RSV 2024
2026
Megatower X0 AXS RSV Coil 2024
2026
Megatower XX AXS RSV 2024
2026
Specifications
MSRPEUR 5399.00EUR 6599.00EUR 3899.00EUR 7199.00EUR 7199.00EUR 8299.00EUR 8299.00EUR 5999.00EUR 9299.00EUR 9299.00EUR 10499.00EUR 10499.00EUR 11999.00
SuspensionFully, Full SuspensionFully, HardtailFullyFully, Full SuspensionFully, Full SuspensionFully, Full SuspensionFullyFullyFully, Full SuspensionFully, Full SuspensionFully, Full SuspensionFully, Full SuspensionFully, Full Suspension
TravelFront: 170mm, Rear: 165mmFront: 170mmRear: 165mmFront: 170mm, Rear: 165mmFront: 170mm, Rear: 165mmFront: 170mm, Rear: 165mmRear: 165mmRear: 165mmFront: 170mm, Rear: 165mmFront: 170mm, Rear: 165mmFront: 170mm, Rear: 165mmFront: 170mm, Rear: 165mmFront: 170mm, Rear: 165mm
Gears121212121212121212121212
Weight15.68 kg16.36 kg3250 kg15.24 kg16150 kg15.19 kg16.1 kg15.46 kg15.27 kg16000 kg15.23 kg15960 kg15050 kg
SizesS, M, L, Xl, XxlS, M, L, Xl, XxlS, M, L, Xl, XxlS, M, L, Xl, XxlS, M, L, Xl, XxlS, M, L, Xl, XxlS, M, L, Xl, XxlS, M, L, Xl, XxlS, M, L, Xl, XxlS, M, L, Xl, XxlS, M, L, Xl, XxlS, M, L, Xl, XxlS, M, L, Xl, Xxl
ColorsGloss Carbon, Gloss PurpleGloss Silver, Matte Olive DrabGloss Carbon, Gloss PurpleGloss Carbon, Gloss PurpleGloss Carbon, Gloss PurpleGloss Carbon, Gloss PurpleGloss Carbon, Gloss PurpleGloss Carbon, Gloss PurpleGloss Carbon, Gloss PurpleGloss Carbon, Gloss PurpleGloss Carbon, Gloss PurpleGloss Carbon, Gloss PurpleGloss Carbon, Gloss Purple
EAN58-24263-106-2-821-39400158-26263-455-2-900-21250168-24264-2-821-449958-24263-163-2-821-43420158-24263-163-2-821-41420158-24263-163-2-821-43420258-24263-163-2-821-41420258-24263-109-2-821-40410158-24264-185-2-821-44430158-24264-185-2-821-42430158-24264-185-2-821-44430258-24264-185-2-821-42430258-24264-188-2-821-444302
FrameCarbon CCarbon CCCarbon fiberCarbonCarbon CCCarbonCarbonCarbon
Wheels
Front Tire
Maxxis Assegai 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO (29", 2.5")
Maxxis Assegai 3C MaxxGrip, EXO (29", 2.5")
Maxxis Assegai 3C MaxxGrip, EXO+, TR (29, 2.5")
Maxxis Assegai 3C MaxxGrip, Double Down, TR (29", 2.5")
Maxxis Assegai 3C MaxxGrip EXO TR (29, 2.5)
Maxxis Assegai
Maxxis Assegai 3C MaxxGrip EXO (29, 2.5)
Maxxis Assegai 3C MaxxGrip EXO (29, 2.5)
Maxxis Assegai 3C MaxxGrip Double Down (29, 2.5")
Maxxis Assegai, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO (29, 2.5")
Maxxis Assegai 3C MaxxGrip Double Down (29", 2.5")
Maxxis Assegai 3C MaxxGrip EXO (29, 2.5")
Back Tire
Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C MaxxTerra, EXO (29", 2.4"WT)
Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C MaxxTerra, Double Down (29", 2.4")
Maxxis Minion DHR II WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+, TR (29, 2.4")
Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C MaxxGrip, Double Down, TR (29", 2.4")
Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C MaxxTerra EXO TR (29, 2.4)
Maxxis Minion DHR II
Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C MaxxTerra EXO (29, 2.4)
Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C MaxxTerra EXO (29, 2.4)
Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C MaxxGrip Double Down (29, 2.4")
Maxxis Minion DHR II, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO (29, 2.4")
Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C MaxxGrip Double Down (29", 2.4")
Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C MaxxTerra EXO (29, 2.4")
Front Wheel
Face AR Offset Rim / SRAM MTH 716 Hub (29", 15x110 mm)
DT Swiss 370 / Reserve |TR AL (29", 15x110 mm)
Face ARC Offset " / i9 1/1 (29, 15x110 mm)
Face ARC Offset 30 " / i9 1/1 (29, 15x110)
Reserve |HD " / i9 1/1 (29, 15x110)
DT Swiss Reserve 30|HD " with 370 Hub (29, 15x110)
DT Swiss RaceFace AR Offset Rim / 370 Hub (29, 15x110 mm)
Industry RaceFace ARC Offset " / Nine 1/1 (29, 15x110 mm)
Industry Nine 1/1, 15x110, Torque Cap, , 28h with RaceFace ARC Offset " (29, 15x110 mm)
Industry Reserve |HD " with Nine 1/1 or DT Swiss 350 (29, 15x110 mm)
Industry Reserve 30|HD Rim, Nine 1/1 Hub (29", 15x110 mm)
Industry Reserve |HD " on Nine Hydra Hub (29, 15x110 mm)
Back Wheel
Face AR Offset Rim / SRAM MTH 746 Hub (29", 12x148 mm)
DT Swiss 370 / Reserve |HD AL (29", 12x148 mm)
Face ARC Offset " / i9 1/1 (29, 12x148 mm)
Face ARC Offset 30 " / i9 1/1 (29, 12x148)
Reserve |HD " / i9 1/1 (29, 12x148)
DT Swiss Reserve 30|HD " with 370 Hub (29, 12x148)
DT Swiss RaceFace AR Offset Rim / 370 Hub (29, 12x148 mm)
Industry RaceFace ARC Offset " / Nine 1/1 (29, 12x148 mm)
Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148, XD, , 28h with RaceFace ARC Offset " (29, 12x148 mm)
Industry Reserve 30|HD " with Nine 1/1 or DT Swiss 350 (29, 12x148 mm)
Industry RaceFace ARC Offset 30 Rim, Nine 1/1 Hub (29", 12x148 mm)
Industry Reserve |HD " on Nine Hydra Hub (29, 12x148 mm)
Brakes
Front Brake
SRAM G2 RE
SRAM Maven Base
SRAM Code RS
SRAM Code RS
SRAM Code RS
SRAM Code Bronze Stealth
SRAM Code R
SRAM Code Silver Stealth
SRAM Code Silver Stealth
SRAM Code Silver Stealth
SRAM Code Silver Stealth
SRAM Code Ultimate Stealth
Back Brake
SRAM G2 RE
SRAM Maven Base
SRAM Code RS
SRAM Code RS
SRAM Code RS
SRAM Code Bronze Stealth
SRAM Code R
SRAM Code Silver Stealth
SRAM Code Silver Stealth
SRAM Code Silver Stealth
SRAM Code Silver Stealth
SRAM Code Ultimate Stealth
Front Disc
Centerline Avid
SRAM HS2
Centerline Avid
Centerline Avid
Centerline Avid
SRAM HS2
Centerline Avid
SRAM HS2
SRAM HS2
SRAM HS2
SRAM HS2
SRAM HS2
Back Disc
Centerline Avid
SRAM HS2
Compatible mm PM
Centerline Avid
Centerline Avid
Centerline Avid
SRAM HS2
Centerline Avid
SRAM HS2
SRAM HS2
SRAM HS2
SRAM HS2
SRAM HS2
Frame
Frame
Megatower Carbon C
29" VPP™
Megatower Megatower CC
Megatower Carbon C
Santa Cruz Megatower Carbon C
Megatower Carbon C
Megatower Carbon C
Megatower Carbon C
Megatower Carbon CC
Megatower Carbon CC
Megatower Carbon CC
Megatower Carbon CC
Santa Cruz Megatower CC
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select, 230x62.5
FOX Float X Performance
FACT FOX Float X2 ory, 230x62.5
RockShox Super Deluxe Select
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ Coil
RockShox Super Deluxe Select
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ Coil
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+
FACT FOX Float X2 ory
RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate Coil
FACT FOX Float X2 ory
RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate Coil
FACT FOX Float X2 ory
Fork
RockShox Zeb Base
Performance FOX 38 Float , Grip
Performance FOX 38 Float Elite
Performance FOX 38 Float Elite
Performance FOX 38 Float Elite
RockShox Zeb Select+
FOX 38 Float Performance
RockShox Zeb Ultimate
RockShox Zeb Ultimate
RockShox Zeb Ultimate
RockShox Zeb Ultimate
RockShox Zeb Ultimate
Drivetrain
Back Derailleur
SRAM NX EAGLE
SRAM 90 Eagle T-Type
SRAM GX AXS Eagle, spd
SRAM GX AXS Eagle, spd
SRAM GX AXS Eagle, spd
SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type
SRAM GX Eagle
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type
SRAM XX Eagle AXS T-Type
Back Shifter
SRAM NX Eagle
SRAM 90 Eagle T-Type
CONTROL GX AXS ler
CONTROL GX AXS ler
CONTROL GX AXS ler
Bridge SRAM AXS Pod
SRAM GX Eagle
Bridge SRAM AXS Pod
Bridge SRAM AXS Pod
Bridge SRAM AXS Pod
Bridge SRAM AXS Pod
Bridge SRAM AXS Pod Ultimate
Cassette
SRAM PG30
SRAM XS 75 Eagle T-Type
SRAM XG75 Eagle
SRAM XG75 Eagle
SRAM XG75 Eagle
SRAM GX Eagle T-Type
SRAM XG75 Eagle
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type
SRAM XX Eagle T-Type
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle
SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, Flattop
SRAM GX Eagle
SRAM GX Eagle
SRAM GX Eagle
SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, Flattop
SRAM GX Eagle
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type Flattop
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop
SRAM XX Eagle T-Type, Flattop
Crank
Descendant SRAM Eagle 148 DUB
SRAM 90 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset
SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB
SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB
SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB
SRAM GX Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset
SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB
SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset
SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset
SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset
SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset
SRAM XX Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset
Front Chainring
Descendant SRAM Eagle
SRAM 90 Eagle T-Type
SRAM GX Eagle
SRAM GX Eagle Ring
SRAM GX Eagle
SRAM GX Eagle T-Type
SRAM GX Eagle
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type
SRAM XX Eagle T-Type
Bottom bracket
Threaded SRAM DUB 68/73mm BB
SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB
73mm Threaded
Threaded SRAM DUB 68/73mm BB
Threaded SRAM DUB 68/73mm BB
Threaded SRAM DUB 68/73mm BB
SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB
Threaded SRAM DUB 68/73mm BB
SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB
SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB
SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB
SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB
SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB
Battery
SRAM eTap Powerpack
Power SRAM eTap pack 1 Battery
Cockpit
Stem
e.13 Base
OneUp Enduro Stem
Burgtec Enduro MK3
Burgtec Enduro MK3
Burgtec Enduro MK3
Burgtec Enduro MK3
Burgtec Enduro MK3
Burgtec Enduro MK3
Burgtec Enduro MK3
Burgtec Enduro MK3
Burgtec Enduro MK3
Industry Nine A
Handlebar
e.13 TRS Base
OneUp Bar
Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar
Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar
Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar
Santa Cruz Carbon
Burgtec RideWide
Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar
Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar
Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar
Santa Cruz 35 Bar
Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar
Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado
SDG Bel-Air V3 Lux-Alloy
WTB Silverado Medium CroMo
WTB Silverado Medium CroMo
WTB Silverado Medium CroMo
WTB Silverado Medium, CroMo
WTB Silverado
WTB Silverado Medium, Ti
WTB Silverado Medium, Ti
WTB Silverado Medium, Ti
WTB Silverado Medium, Ti
WTB Silverado Medium, Ti
Seatpost
SDG Tellis Dropper
OneUp Dropper Post
mm Diameter
RockShox Reverb Stealth
RockShox Reverb Stealth
RockShox Reverb Stealth
OneUp V2 Dropper Post
OneUp V2 Dropper Post
OneUp V2 Dropper Post
OneUp V2 Dropper Post
OneUp V2 Dropper Post
OneUp V2 Dropper Post
OneUp V2 Dropper Post
Seatpost Clamp
Santa Cruz Seat Clamp
36.4mm Clamp
Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Seat Clamp
Santa Cruz Seat Clamp
Santa Cruz Bicycles Seat Clamp
Santa Cruz Bicycles Seat Clamp
Santa Cruz Seat Clamp
Santa Cruz Bicycles Seat Clamp
Santa Cruz Seat Clamp
Santa Cruz Seat Clamp
Accessories
Chainguard
e.13 TRS Race SL, ISCG05
OneUp Bash Guide
OneUp Bash Guide
OneUp Bash Guide
OneUp Bash Guide
OneUp Bash Guide
OneUp Bash Guide
OneUp Bash Guide
OneUp Bash Guide
OneUp Bash Guide
OneUp Bash Guide
OneUp Bash Guide
Charger
Power SRAM eTap pack 1 Battery & Charger
Power SRAM eTap pack 1 Battery Charger
Power SRAM eTap pack 1 Battery Charger
Power SRAM eTap pack 1 Battery & Charger
Power SRAM eTap pack 1 Battery Charger
Power SRAM eTap pack 1 Battery Charger
Power SRAM eTap pack 1 Battery & Charger
Power SRAM eTap pack 1 Battery & Charger

Replacement Parts

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Drivetrain

Maintain optimal power transfer with the correct drivetrain components for your Megatower R. We recommend adhering to manufacturer standards for best shifting performance, though compatible third-party options exist for upgrades or budget repairs.

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Back Derailleur
Back Derailleur
Recommended OEM Spec:
SRAM NX EAGLE
Chain
Chain
Recommended OEM Spec:
SRAM NX Eagle
Cassette
Cassette
Recommended OEM Spec:
SRAM PG30
Front Chainring
Front Chainring
Recommended OEM Spec:
Descendant SRAM Eagle
Bottom bracket
Bottom bracket
Recommended OEM Spec:
Threaded SRAM DUB 68/73mm BB
Chainguard
Chainguard
Recommended OEM Spec:
e.13 TRS Race SL, ISCG05

Brakes

Ensure safe stopping power with the right brake components for your Megatower R. OEM parts guarantee compatibility, while aftermarket alternatives can offer performance upgrades or cost savings.

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Front Disc
Front Disc
Recommended OEM Spec:
Centerline Avid
Back Disc
Back Disc
Recommended OEM Spec:
Centerline Avid
Front Brake
Front Brake
Recommended OEM Spec:
SRAM G2 RE
Back Brake
Back Brake
Recommended OEM Spec:
SRAM G2 RE

Tires & Tubes

Keep your Megatower R rolling smoothly with properly matched tires and tubes. The recommended specs ensure optimal grip, puncture protection, and ride quality for your specific setup.

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Front Tire
Front Tire
Recommended OEM Spec:
Maxxis Assegai 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO (29", 2.5")
Back Tire
Back Tire
Recommended OEM Spec:
Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C MaxxTerra, EXO (29", 2.4"WT)

Suspension & Bearings

Maintain your Megatower R's suspension performance with the correct bearings and service parts. Regular maintenance ensures consistent handling and extends component life.

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Rear Shock
Rear Shock
Recommended OEM Spec:
RockShox Super Deluxe Select, 230x62.5
Fork
Fork
Recommended OEM Spec:
RockShox Zeb Base

Cockpit

Customize your Megatower R's cockpit with compatible handlebars, stems, and grips. These contact points affect comfort, control, and overall riding experience.

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Grips
Grips
Recommended OEM Spec:
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Stem
Stem
Recommended OEM Spec:
e.13 Base
Handlebar
Handlebar
Recommended OEM Spec:
e.13 TRS Base
Seatpost Clamp
Seatpost Clamp
Recommended OEM Spec:
Santa Cruz Seat Clamp
Seatpost
Seatpost
Recommended OEM Spec:
SDG Tellis Dropper
Saddle
Saddle
Recommended OEM Spec:
WTB Silverado

Wear Items

Replace high-wear items on your Megatower R regularly to maintain performance and safety. These components see frequent use and benefit from periodic replacement.

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Grips
Grips
Recommended OEM Spec:
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Saddle
Saddle
Recommended OEM Spec:
WTB Silverado

Accessories

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Geometry

Frame geometry specifications by size. Compare reach, stack, and other key measurements across available frame sizes.

MeasurementLMSXLXXL
Reach472mm452mm427mm492mm517mm
Stack640mm627mm618mm658mm672mm
Stack-to-Reach Ratio
Top Tube Length613mm595mm570mm638mm667mm
Head Tube Angle63.5°63.5°63.5°63.5°63.5°
Seat Tube Angle (Effective)77.5°77.2°77°77.5°77.5°
Head Tube Length115mm100mm90mm135mm150mm
Seat Tube Length430mm405mm380mm460mm500mm
Chainstay Length441mm438mm437mm444mm448mm
Wheelbase1266mm1237mm1206mm1298mm1334mm
BB Drop30mm30mm30mm30mm30mm
Standover Height718mm712mm705mm717mm720mm
Front Center826mm799mm770mm855mm886mm