# Luxury Electric Bikes Santa Cruz Launched the Heckler 9 Series of Electric Mountain Bikes By Colin Smith | Published 2022-06-03 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heckler-9 References: [steedcycles](https://steedcycles.com/blogs/steed-cycles/santa-cruz-heckler) & [steedcycles](https://steedcycles.com/collections/heckler-cc-x01-axs?view=boost-pfs-original)  [Santa](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heckler-sl) Cruz, the leading bicycle manufacturer renowned for its top-quality materials and frames, unveiled the 'Heckler 9' series of [electric mountain bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-electric-mountain-bike) (e-mtbs). This series includes two e-mtbs, the 'Heckler 9 CC 29' and the 'Heckler 9 CC MX.' The Heckler 9 CC 29 has two battery options, 720 Wh and 504 Wh, that deliver varying maximum ranges based on the size. This e-mtb offers a full size range, as well as varying wheel sizes, based on the customers' preferences. The bike boasts a [best-in-class suspension](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bh-ilynx-plus), which is crucial for smooth mountain biking experiences. The Heckler 9 CC 29 retails for $18,599.99 USD. The Heckler 9 CC MX is remarkably similar, differing only in its geometrics and aesthetics. It features the same motor, battery, wheel sizes, and range of bike sizes. The Heckler 9 CC MX has an MSRP of $17,349.99. Image Credit: Santa Cruz ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Luxury Electric Bikes:** Santa Cruz releases high-end electric mountain bikes with impressive range, full size range, and superior suspension. - **Customizable E-mtbs:** Santa Cruz's Heckler 9 series enables customers to choose wheel sizes and varying battery options. - **High-end E-MTB Suspension:** Heckler 9 series provides smooth mountain biking experiences with industry-leading suspension. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Bicycle Manufacturing:** Top-quality materials and customizability offer an opportunity for luxury bike manufacturers to produce high-end electric bikes. - **Mountain Biking Retail:** The first-in-class suspension in the Heckler 9 series presents a unique selling point for retailers who cater to mountain biking enthusiasts. - **Electric Bike Battery Manufacturing:** The varying battery options in the Heckler 9 series could inspire battery manufacturers to develop new high-capacity, lightweight options for luxury electric bikes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight Mid-Power E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heckler-sl.md) - [Luxury British E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extreme-600.md) - [Flat Drop-Bar Carbon Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skitch-gx-axs.md) - [Lightweight E-Mountain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lyke-se-2023.md) - [Carbon Electric Mountain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2022-husqvarna-mountain-cross.md) - [Ultra-Luxury E-Mountain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trek-fuel-exe.md) - [Fully-Equipped E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerfly-fs-9-equipped.md) - [Luxury Rugged E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x735.md) - [Specially-Tuned Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patron-eride-900.md)