Notch is Salsa’s high-torque electric mountain bike. In 160 mm-travel mode, Its a balanced platform built for roaming far on rowdy terrain. With geometry poised for stability at speed, a powerful Bosch Performance Line CX motor, efficient Split Pivot suspension, and on-bike storage, Notch is happiest when its putting in extra laps, exploring new trail systems, or battling between the tape in an enduro event.
- 6061-T6 alloy frame with high-modulus carbon fiber control link
- Split Pivot suspension design with 160 mm of efficient travel
- Split Pivot+ frame design allows riders to swap between travel classes
- Bosch Performance Line CX class 1 mid-drive motor with smart system (20 mph/32 kph max assist)
- 85 Nm max torque
- 500 Wh Bosch PowerTube battery fully enclosed in downtube
BUILD KIT
- Frame:Notch Aluminum
- Suspension Fork:SR Suntour ZERON36 Boost EQ, 160mm
- Rear Shock:RockShox Deluxe Select
- Drive Unit:Bosch Performance Line CX
- E-Bike Classification:Class 1
- Drive Type:Mid-drive
- Max Assist Speed:20 mph
- Motor Torque:85Nm
- Range Estimate:60 miles
- Assist Levels:Four (Eco, Tour, eMTB, Turbo), programmable via Bosch app
- Walk Assist:Yes
- Max Motor Assist:340% up to 600 watts
- Battery Capacity:500Wh
- Battery Amp Hours:13.4Ah
- Battery Voltage:36V
- Battery Type:PowerTube 500 (Lithium-Ion)
- Removable Battery:Yes (for service)
- Estimated Charge Time:4.5 hours
- Charger Included:Yes
- Rear Derailleur:Shimano U6000 SHADOW RD+
- Cassette:Shimano LINKGLIDE LG400, 1148t, 10-speed
- Chain:Shimano LG500 LINKGLIDE
- Crankset:FSA CK-762 w/ 55mm CL, 104 BCD spider, MegaTooth 34t steel chainring
- Shifter:Shimano U6000-10R
- Brake Levers:Shimano M4100
- Brake Caliper:Shimano MT420
- Rotors:Shimano RT64, Center Lock, 220mm (front and rear)
- Headset:ACROS AZX-721 ZS56/ZS66 for 1.5″ tapered steerer
- Stem:Salsa Guide, 40mm
- Handlebar:RaceFace Chester, SM/MD: 780mm wide, 20mm rise; LG/XL: 780mm wide, 35mm rise
- Grips:WTB Wavelength
- Seatpost:Tranz X YSP18, SM: 150mm travel; MD/LG/XL: 170mm travel
- Saddle:WTB Solano, Medium, Fusion Form, steel rail
- Front Hub:Shimano TC500-15-B, 32h
- Rear Hub:Shimano TC500-MS-B, 32h
- Spokes:2.0 mm straight gauge, black
- Rim:WTB ST i30 Tough, TCS
- Front Tire:Teravail Kessel 29 x 2.6″, Ultra Durable casing, WTB TCS Sealant included (tubes installed)
- Rear Tire:Teravail Warwick 29 x 2.5″, Ultra Durable casing, WTB TCS Sealant included (tubes installed)
SIZING: Salsa recommends the following sizes based on rider height
- SM: 5’5″ – 5’8″
- MD: 5’8″ – 5’11”
- LG: 5’11” – 6’2″
- XL: 6’2″ and up
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