Notch C is Salsa's high-torque electric mountain bike. In 170mm-travel mode, It’s a balanced platform built for roaming far on rowdy terrain. With a carbon fiber frame, 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.

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High-modulus carbon fiber frame and control link
Split Pivot suspension design with 170mm of efficient rear travel
Split Pivot+ frame design allows riders to swap between travel classes
Bosch Performance Line CX BDU38 mid-drive motor with smart system (class 1, 20 mph/32 kph max assist)
85Nm max torque
625Wh Bosch PowerTube battery fully enclosed in downtube
Compatible with 250Wh Bosch PowerMore range-extender battery (sold separately)
Bosch BRC3100 top tube System Controller with BRC3300 Bluetooth mini-remote on handlebar
All sizes fit one bottle or Bosch PowerMore range-extender battery
Tool and tube mount on underside of top tube
29 x 2.6″ tire clearance in frame
Flip chip for geometry tweaks
Frame protection in high-wear areas (downtube, main pivot, seatstay, and chainstay)
SRAM UDH compatible
Meets UL 2849, and UL 2271 certification

Weight: Complete Bike: 50 lb 8 oz (MD frame)

Build Kit

Frame: Notch Carbon
Suspension Fork: Fox 38 Performance Series, 180mm
Rear Shock: Fox Float X Performance Series
Drive Unit: Bosch Performance Line CX, BDU38 Universal Mount
E-Bike Classification: Class 1
Drive Type: Mid-drive
Max Assist: Speed 20 mph
Motor Torque: 85Nm
Range Estimate: See FAQ

Assist Levels: Four: Eco, Tour, eMTB, Turbo (Smart systems offers customizable mode settings via the Bosch Flow App)

Walk Assist: Yes
Max Motor: Assist 340% up to 600 watts
Throttle: No
Battery Capacity Watt Hours: 625Wh
Battery Capacity Amp Hours: 16.7Ah
Battery Power Volts: 36V
Battery Type: Bosch PowerTube 625 lithium ion
Removable Battery: Removable for service
Estimated Charge Time: 50% charge: approx. 2.1 hours 100% charge: approx. 5.4 hours
Charger Included: Yes
Lights Included: No
Front Derailleur: N/A
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore M6100-SGS
Cassette: Shimano Deore M6100, 10–51t, 12-speed
Chain: Shimano Deore M6100 Hyperglide+

Crankset: Praxis TYPE2 ISIS Crank Arms w/ E-Spider, 34t, MRP 1x CS2 32-36T chainguide for Bosch BDU38

Shifter: Shimano Deore SL-M6100 12-spd
Brake Levers: Shimano Deore M6100
Brake Caliper: Shimano Deore M6120, 4-piston
Rotors: Shimano Deore RT64 (Center Lock, 220mm front and rear)
Headset: Acros AZX-720 ZS56/ZS66 for 1.5" tapered steerer
Stem: Salsa Guide 40mm
Handlebar: Race Face Chester, SM–MD: 780mm x 20mm rise; LG–XL: 780mm x 35mm rise
Grips / Bar Tape: WTB Wavelength
Seatpost: Tranz X YSI05 RAD+, SM: 150mm travel; MD–LG: 170mm travel; XL: 200mm travel
Saddle: WTB Solano, Medium, Steel Rail, Fusion…