Santa Cruz Bicycles

V10 8 CC Frame

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"I’ve spent time on the V10 platform in bike parks and on full-gas downhill tracks, and this frame is exactly what a dedicated gravity build should feel like. The Carbon CC chassis stays composed when speeds spike, and the VPP suspension remains active under braking without feeling unpredictable. It’s a purpose-built downhill frame for riders who want strength, control, and confidence lap after lap."

We turn to the V10 8 CC Frame when gravity takes over and the goal is pure downhill speed and control. Built on decades of refinement, this frame is designed for riders who want a no-compromise downhill setup—something that feels calm at speed, confident in chaos, and ready for repeated abuse. Santa Cruz designed the V10 to excel when trails get steep, rough, and relentless.

The Carbon CC construction strikes a balance between stiffness and durability, while 208mm of rear travel driven by the VPP suspension keeps traction consistent through braking bumps, compressions, and high-speed chatter. A mixed-wheel configuration sharpens cornering response without sacrificing rollover, and downhill-specific standards like the 83mm threaded bottom bracket, ISCG05 tabs, and 157mm rear spacing make it easy to build with proper gravity components. From first chair to last lap, this frame is built to be ridden hard and often.

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.