Notch is Salsa's high-torque electric mountain bike. In 160 mm-travel mode It’s 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 it’s 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 linkSplit Pivot suspension design with 160 mm of efficient travelSplit Pivot+ frame design allows riders to swap between travel classesBosch 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​Compatible with 250 Wh Bosch PowerPack range-extender battery ​(sold separately)Bosch top tube System Controller and handlebar Mini Remote29 x 2.6" tire clearanceTool and tube mount on underside of top tubeAll sizes fit one bottle or Bosch PowerPack range-extender batteryFrame protection in high-wear areas (downtube main pivot seatstay and chainstay)
| Rear Axle |
12mm Thru x 148mm |
| Throttle |
No |
| TT (Effective) |
653 |
| Brake Type |
Disc |
| Removable Battery |
Removable for service |
| Battery Power (Wh) |
500 |
| Battery Power (V) |
36 |
| Battery Power (Ah) |
13.4 |
| Fork Type |
Suspension |
| Lights Included |
No |
| Frame Material |
Aluminum |
| Frame Type |
Suspension |
| Front Axle |
15mm Thru x 110mm |
| Drive Type |
Mid-Drive |
| Ebike Class |
1 |
| Charger Included |
Yes |
| Color |
Charcoal Black |
| Battery |
Li-Ion |
| Assist Levels |
4 |
| Range Estimate (Mi) |
60 |
| Motor Torque (Nm) |
85 |
| Charge Time (h) |
4.5 |
| Mfg Size |
X-Large |
| Assist Speed (Mph) |
20 |
| Walk Assist |
Yes |
| Platform |
Notch |
| Wheel Size |
29" |
| Defined Color |
Black |
| Size |
X-Large |
