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Bosch CX drive and 4-bar suspension give the Vala C MX 90 Mountain Bike power and poise
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"I was blown away by how natural the Bosch Performance CX motor feels on the Vala C MX 90. It’s super intuitive—especially in eMTB mode—and when paired with the Float X and Reserve wheels, it rides like a regular bike with bonus legs. It's fast, fun, and actually makes me want to ride longer days."
The Vala C MX 90 Mountain Bike brings a new level of capability to the e-MTB category with a balanced 4-bar suspension design and Bosch Performance CX power system. Delivering 150mm of rear travel, this carbon-framed machine keeps us in control on the descent and energized for every climb. The 29-inch front wheel adds stability and confidence at speed, while the 27.5-inch rear wheel keeps handling tight and responsive in tech. The Bosch Performance CX BDU38 motor generates up to 85Nm of torque and integrates seamlessly with the 600Wh PowerTube battery, giving riders smooth, reliable power for long, rugged rides. Suspension duties are handled by a FOX 38 Float fork and Float X Performance rear shock, offering mid-stroke support and big-hit absorption. SRAM’s 90-series Eagle T-Type drivetrain and Single Click shifter give us eMTB-specific shifting that holds up under serious force, while the E13 Helix eSpec crankset keeps everything dialed and strong.
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Heads up — We do our best to keep bike specs and images current, but occasional component changes can happen without warning—and sometimes the photos might not show the exact build you’ll receive. If you want to double-check the details, our Gearheads are always here to help.
Details
- Carbon eMTB with 150mm rear travel and Bosch-powered pedal assist
- 4-bar linkage and Float X shock provide planted suspension for tech and descents
- Mixed wheels combine rollover and agility on unpredictable singletrack
- Bosch Performance CX motor delivers 85Nm of torque and class 1 speed assist
- 600Wh PowerTube battery supports long-range mountain exploration
- SRAM T-Type drivetrain with Single Click shifter tuned for e-MTB performance
- Reserve 30|HD alloy wheels and DoubleDown rear tire for trail-tough durability
- PowerMore Range Extender — free for a limited time with Owners Club registration
- Item #SNZK1Q9
- Frame Material
- Carbon C
- Suspension
- four-bar
- Rear Shock
- FOX Float X Performance
- Rear Travel
- 150mm
- Fork
- FOX 38 Float Performance, Grip
- Front Travel
- 160mm
- Headset
- Cane Creek 10 IS
- Shifters
- SRAM 90 Eagle T-Type, Single Click (12-speed)
- Rear Derailleur
- SRAM 90 Eagle T-Type (12-speed)
- Modes
- Preset Bosch eMTB (Eco, Tour+, eMTB, Turbo)
- Drive System
- Bosch Performance CX BDU38
- Motor Power
- 250W
- Battery Type
- Bosch PowerTube
- Battery Energy
- 600Wh
- Max Torque
- 85Nm
- Max Speed
- 20mph
- Crankset
- E13 Helix eSpec
- Crank Arm Length
- 160mm
- Cassette
- SRAM XS 1275 Eagle T-Type
- Cassette Range
- 10–52t
- Chain
- SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, Flattop (12-speed)
- Brakeset
- SRAM Maven Base
- Brake Type
- hydraulic disc
- Rotors
- SRAM HS2 200mm
- Handlebar
- OneUp Aluminum
- Grips
- Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
- Stem
- OneUp Enduro
- Stem Length
- 42mm
- Saddle
- SDG Bel-Air V3, Max Lux-Alloy
- Seatpost
- OneUp Dropper Post
- Wheelset
- Reserve 30
- Hubs
- [front] E13 SL, [rear] E13 SL E-Spec
- Front Axle
- 15 x 110mm
- Rear Axle
- 12 x 148mm
- Tires
- [front] Assegai, EXO+, [rear] Maxxis Minion DHRII, DoubleDown, 3C compound
- Tire Size
- [front] 29 x 2.5in, [rear] 27.5 x 2.5in
- Pedals
- not included
- Activity
- trail, enduro
- Manufacturer Warranty
- [frame, handlebar, bottle cage] limited lifetime, [paint, finishes, decals] limited 3 year, [Reserve Carbon Wheel] limited lifetime