Santa Cruz Chameleon R
$1,409.00
The Santa Cruz Chameleon R is a trail mountain bike with an aluminum frame, FOX Rhythm 34 Float 130mm fork, SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain, SRAM G2 R brakes, and 29-inch wheels. It comes in Matte Blackout with sizes S, M, L, and XL.
| Color | Matte Blackout |
|---|
Santa Cruz Chameleon R Overview
The Santa Cruz Chameleon R is a trail mountain bike built with an aluminum frame, 29-inch wheels, and a FOX Rhythm 34 Float fork with 130mm of travel. The bike uses a SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain with a SRAM PG1230 11-50t cassette and SRAM Descendant Eagle 148 DUB 32t crankset. SRAM G2 R brakes pair with 180mm Avid Centerline rotors at the front and rear. The build is finished with RaceFace AR Offset 30 rims, SRAM MTH hubs, Maxxis tires, and a Matte Blackout colorway.
Key Features of Santa Cruz Chameleon R
- Aluminum frame gives the bike a direct and practical foundation for trail riding.
- FOX Rhythm 34 Float fork provides 130mm of front suspension travel.
- SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain uses an 11-50t cassette for a wide gear range.
- SRAM G2 R brakes are matched with 180mm Avid Centerline rotors front and rear.
- 29-inch RaceFace AR Offset 30 rims are paired with SRAM MTH hubs.
- Maxxis Minion DHF front tire and Maxxis Aggressor rear tire create a trail-focused tire setup.
- SDG Tellis Dropper seatpost adds adjustable saddle height with a 31.6 seatpost diameter.
- Two water bottle mounts add practical carrying capacity on the frame.
Ride Use
This bike is built for trail mountain biking. Its aluminum frame, 130mm FOX Rhythm fork, 29-inch wheels, SRAM NX Eagle drivetrain, and SRAM G2 R brakes support trail-focused riding. The Maxxis Minion DHF front tire and Maxxis Aggressor rear tire complete the build with a dedicated trail tire combination.
Why Choose This Bike
The Santa Cruz Chameleon R offers a solid trail build around an aluminum frame and 29-inch wheel platform. Its FOX Rhythm 34 Float fork, SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain, SRAM G2 R brakes, RaceFace rims, SRAM MTH hubs, Maxxis tires, and SDG Tellis Dropper seatpost give the bike a complete specification for riders considering the Chameleon R in Matte Blackout. The frame includes two water bottle mounts and carries Santa Cruz warranty coverage for the original owner.
Product Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Santa Cruz |
| Model | Chameleon R |
| Bike Type | Trail Mountain Bike |
| Color | Matte Blackout |
| Sizes | S, M, L, XL |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Weight | 29.28 lbs / 13.28 kg |
| Wheel Size | 29 |
| Fork | FOX Rhythm 34 Float, 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB |
| Cassette | SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd |
| Crankset | SRAM Descendant Eagle 148 DUB 32t |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd |
| Right Shifter | SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd |
| Brakes | SRAM G2 R |
| Front Rotor | Avid Centerline, 180mm |
| Rear Rotor | Avid Centerline, 180mm |
| Grips | Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips |
| Handlebars | Burgtec Alloy Bar |
| Headset | FSA IS-2/47/42 ACB -or- Cane Creek 10 |
| Saddle | WTB Silverado Medium, CroMo |
| Seatpost | SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6 |
| Stem | Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm |
| Front Rim | RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" |
| Front Hub | SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, 6-Bolt, 32h |
| Front Tire | Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5"WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO |
| Rear Rim | RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" |
| Rear Hub | SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, HG, 6-Bolt, 32h |
| Rear Tire | Maxxis Aggressor 29"x2.5"WT, EXO |
| Bottom Bracket Shell | 73mm Threaded |
| Rear Brake Mount | Post Mount 180 |
| Chainguide Standard | ISCG-05 |
| Fork Compatibility | 130mm - 140mm |
| Fork Offset | 42mm |
| Front Derailleur Mount | No compatibility |
| Headset Standard | Integrated IS41/52 |
| Max Chainring Size | 34t |
| Max Tire Clearance | 29"x2.6" | 27.5"x2.8" |
| Seat Clamp Diameter | 36.4mm |
| Seat Post Diameter | 31.6mm |
| Water Bottle Mounts | 2 |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Santa Cruz offers a lifetime warranty on frames and rigid forks for the original owner. Paint, finishes, and decals are covered for 3 years. Pivot bearings, Santa Cruz carbon handlebars, bottle cages, and Reserve carbon rims are covered for life for the original owner. |
FAQ's Santa Cruz Chameleon R
What frame material does the Santa Cruz Chameleon R use?
The Santa Cruz Chameleon R uses an aluminum frame. The bike weight is 29.28 lbs / 13.28 kg.
What drivetrain comes on the Santa Cruz Chameleon R?
The bike uses a SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain. It includes a SRAM NX Eagle rear derailleur, SRAM NX Eagle right shifter, SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed chain, SRAM Descendant Eagle 148 DUB 32t crankset, and SRAM PG1230 11-50t cassette.
What wheels and tires are included on this bike?
The Santa Cruz Chameleon R uses 29-inch RaceFace AR Offset 30 rims with SRAM MTH hubs. The front tire is a Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5"WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO, and the rear tire is a Maxxis Aggressor 29"x2.5"WT, EXO.
What warranty coverage comes with the Santa Cruz Chameleon R?
Santa Cruz offers a lifetime warranty on frames and rigid forks for the original owner. Paint, finishes, and decals are covered for 3 years. Pivot bearings, Santa Cruz carbon handlebars, bottle cages, and Reserve carbon rims are covered for life for the original owner.
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