Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Santa Cruz
2008 Santa Cruz Superlight (R XC Kit)
Previous used estimate
$532 - $548
Actual value depends on condition, size, and local demand.
Value Guide market data · 2008 Santa Cruz Superlight (R XC Kit)
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Price over time - 2008 Santa Cruz Superlight (R XC Kit)
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All Superlight model years
2016$543 - $558▲ 2% vs. 2008
2015$551 - $567▲ 4% vs. 2008
2014$674 - $694▲ 27% vs. 2008
2013$627 - $645▲ 18% vs. 2008
2012$517 - $532▼ 3% vs. 20082010$828 - $851▲ 55% vs. 2008
2009$555 - $571▲ 4% vs. 20082008$532 - $548Currently viewing
2007$960 - $987▲ 80% vs. 20082006$306 - $315▼ 42% vs. 2008
2003$510 - $524▼ 4% vs. 2008
2002$508 - $522▼ 5% vs. 20082001$521 - $536▼ 2% vs. 2008
1999$634 - $652▲ 19% vs. 2008Compare Superlight (R XC Kit) models
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Overview
About this bike
Whether you want to be on top of the podium or the nearest climb, Santa Cruz's Superlight will get you there. It features a 6069-aluminum frame that has been tested and tweaked to offer lightning-fast acceleration, climbing and handling along with unsurpassed durability. It also boasts over 100mm of plush front and rear Fox-suspended travel for awesome control and comfort. And, Mavic's quick-spinning wheels, Shimano's drivetrain and Avid's Juicy discs make charging uphill as fun as carving back downhill! Plus, the stout main pivots are sealed for super-smooth action and superior lateral stiffness with top-notch pedaling efficiency.
Specifications
- Category
- Mountain
- Component Hubs
- Shimano Deore XT
- Product Family
- Superlight
- Component Chain
- Mavic XM 117
- Component Tires
- Kenda Nevegal, 26 x 2.1
- Component Saddle
- WTB Rocket V Comp
- Component Brakeset
- Avid Juicy 5 hydraulic discs w/160mm rotors
- Component Cassette
- Shimano HG580, 9-speed: 11-34
- Component Handlebar
- Race Face Evolve
- Component Rear Shock
- Fox Float R, 100mm-travel
- Component Spoke Brand
- DT 14 stainless-steel
- Component Shift Levers
- Shimano Deore LX
- Component Handlebar Stem
- Race Face Evolve XC
- Component Frame Tubing Material
- Custom-butted 6069 aluminum
- Frame Tubing Material
- Custom-butted 6069 aluminum
- Rear Shock
- Fox Float R, 100mm-travel
- Hubs
- Shimano Deore XT
- Tires
- Kenda Nevegal, 26 x 2.1
- Spoke Brand
- DT 14 stainless-steel
- Brakeset
- Avid Juicy 5 hydraulic discs w/160mm rotors
- Shift Levers
- Shimano Deore LX
- Chain
- Mavic XM 117
- Saddle
- WTB Rocket V Comp
- Handlebar
- Race Face Evolve
- Handlebar Stem
- Race Face Evolve XC
- Cassette
- Shimano HG580, 9-speed: 11-34
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork and rear shock service intervals and check pivot bearings for play.