# Lightweight Mid-Power E-Bikes Santa Cruz's Heckler SL Weighs Only 40Lbs with a 60Nm Motor By Colin Smith | Published 2023-09-13 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heckler-sl References: [bikerumor](https://bikerumor.com/santa-cruz-heckler-sl-fazua-ride-60-lightweight-ebike/)  The Heckler SL is a lightweight eMTB that combines a full carbon frame, a Fazua Ride 60 motor, and a mullet wheel setup. The frame is available in two carbon grades, C and CC, and features the VPP suspension design with 150mm of rear travel and a 160mm fork. The Fazua Ride 60 motor provides up to 60Nm of torque and 450W of peak power and is powered by a 430Wh battery that is integrated into the downtube. The motor also has a Boost function that delivers extra power when needed. The Heckler SL has a mixed-wheel setup, with a 29-inch front wheel and a 27.5-inch rear wheel, to balance stability and agility. The Heckler SL comes in five models, ranging from $10,999 AUD to $19,499 AUD. The models differ in the drivetrain, suspension, brakes, and wheel components. The Heckler SL C R base model features an SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain, a RockShox Lyrik Base fork, a FOX Float Performance shock, and SRAM Guide RE brakes. The top model, the Heckler SL CC XX AXS RSV, features an SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS 12-speed drivetrain, a RockShox Lyrik Ultimate fork, a RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate shock, and SRAM Code RSC brakes. The Heckler SL will be available in the UK, Europe, and Australia in October 2023. Image Credit: Santa Cruz ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 18% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Lightweight Emtbs:** The trend of lightweight eMTBs opens up opportunities for the development of electric mountain bikes that are easier to handle and maneuver. - **Mullet Wheel Setup:** The mullet wheel setup trend presents opportunities for the creation of bikes with a larger front wheel and a smaller rear wheel, balancing stability and agility. - **Integrated Battery Technology:** The trend of integrating batteries into the downtube of e-bikes creates opportunities for sleek and streamlined designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Electric Bicycle Industry:** The electric bicycle industry can benefit from the trend of lightweight eMTBs which can attract more riders with their improved handling and ease of use. - **Mountain Bike Industry:** The mountain bike industry can explore the trend of mullet wheel setups to offer bikes that provide a combination of stability and maneuverability for off-road enthusiasts. - **Battery Technology Industry:** The battery technology industry has opportunities to further innovate and perfect the integration of batteries into downtubes, allowing for more efficient and aesthetically pleasing designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight Trail Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vam2.md) - [Luxury Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heckler-9.md) - [Lightweight E-Mountain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lyke-se-2023.md) - [Lightweight Full-Suspension Trail Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bh-ilynx-plus.md) - [Electric Mountain Bike Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moterra-sl.md) - [Featherweight Gravel E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/featherweight-gravel-ebike.md) - [Lightweight Premium Mountain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whyte-e-lyte-140.md) - [Lightweight E-Mountain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightrider-e-ultimate.md) - [Lightweight Electric Mountain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shuttle-sl.md)