Salsa Notch Deore 12
Details
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 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?
- Compatible with 250 Wh Bosch PowerPack range-extender battery ?(sold separately)
- 29 x 2.6” tire clearance
- Tool and tube mount on underside of top tube
- All sizes fit one bottle or Bosch PowerPack range-extender battery
- Frame protection in high-wear areas (downtube, main pivot, seatstay, and chainstay)
| Frame Size | Small | Medium | Large | X-Large |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Effective Top Tube (mm) | 588.1 | 609.9 | 631.6 | 653.3 |
| Stand Over (mm) | 752.6 | 751.7 | 751.6 | 751.5 |
| Reach (mm) | 477.8 | 498.9 | 519 | 539.1 |
| Stack (mm) | 619 | 623.3 | 632.2 | 641.1 |
| Total Seat Tube Length (mm) | 405 | 430 | 455 | 480 |
| Headtube Length (mm) | 95 | 100 | 110 | 120 |
| Headtube Angle | 64.4° | 64.4° | 64.4° | 64.4° |
| Seat Tube Angle | 79.9° | 79.9° | 79.9° | 79.9° |
| BB drop (mm) | 21.5 | 21.3 | 21.2 | 21.1 |
| BB Height (mm) | 358 | 358.2 | 358.3 | 358.4 |
| Chainstay length (mm) | 441.7 | 441.7 | 441.7 | 441.7 |
| Fork Length Axle to Crown (mm) | 585 | 585 | 585 | 585 |
| Fork Offset (mm) | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1254.1 | 1277.3 | 1301.7 | 1326.2 |
| Trail (Mechanical) (mm) | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| Trail (Ground) (mm) | 133 | 133 | 133 | 133 |
| Frame Size | Rider Height (in) | Rider Height (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 5ft 1.8in - 5ft 6.9in | 157 - 170cm |
| Medium | 5ft 6.1in - 5ft 10.9in | 168 - 180cm |
| Large | 5ft 10.1in - 6ft 3.2in | 178 - 191cm |
| X-Large | 6ft 2in - UP | 188 - +cm |
Specs
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line CX - BDU37 |
|---|---|
| Pedals | Sold Separately |
| Battery | PowerTube 500 |
| Controller/Display | Bosch top tube System Controller and handlebar Mini Remote |
| Fork | RockShox Domain Gold RC, 170mm |
| Hubs |
Front: Fox Float X Performance Series Rear: Shimano TC500-MS-B, 32h |
| Rims | WTB ST i30 Tough, TCS |
| Stem | Salsa Guide 40mm |
| Chain | Shimano Deore M6100 HYPERGLIDE+ |
| Frame | Notch Aluminum |
| Tires |
Front: Teravail Kessel 29 x 2.6", Ultra Durable casing, WTB TCS Sealant included Teravail Warwick 29x2.5", Ultra Durable casing, WTB TCS Sealant included |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore M6120, 4-piston |
| Rotors | Shimano Deore RT64, Center Lock (220mm) |
| Saddle | WTB Solano, Medium, Fusion Form, steel rail |
| Spokes | 2.0 mm straight gauge, 3-cross |
| Headset | Salsa Guide 40mm |
| Crankset |
FSA CK-762 w/ RaceFace direct-mount chainring, 34t MRP 1x SL TR2 for Bosch Performance Line CX BDU37 |
| Seatpost | Tranz X YSP18, SM: 150mm travel; MD, LG, XL: 170mm travel |
| Shifters | Shiman Deore M6100 |
| Handlebars | Race Face Chester, 780mm wide, 20mm rise |
| Rear Shock | Fox Float X Performance Series |
| Tape/Grips | WTB Wavelength |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore M6100-SGS |
| Cassette/Freewheel | Shimano Deore M6100-12, 10–51t, 12-speed |
* Subject to change without notice.
Part Numbers
| Option | UPC | MPN |
|---|---|---|
| Silver / Medium | 657993354308 | BK00068 |
| Silver / X-Large | 657993354346 | BK00070 |
| Silver / Small | 657993354285 | BK00067 |
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