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Salsa Notch 160 Deore 12 Electric Mountain Bike
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Built for roaming far on rowdy terrain, the Salsa Notch 160 Deore 12 electric mountain bike features a powerful Bosch Performance Line CX motor that makes it easier to head out for another lap.
Key Details
E-Bike Classification
Class 1: pedal assist up to 20 mph
Motor
Bosch Performance Line CX - BDU37
Battery Capacity (Wh)
500 watt hours
- 6061-T6 alloy frame with high-modulus carbon fiber control link
- Split Pivot+ frame design allows riders to swap between travel classes
- Split Pivot suspension design with 160 mm of efficient rear travel plus a RockShox Domain Gold RC fork for 170 mm travel up front
- 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 down tube
- Compatible with 250 Wh Bosch PowerPack range-extender battery (not included)
- Bosch top tube System Controller and handlebar Mini Remote
- 29 x 2.6 in. tire clearance
- Tool and tube mount on underside of top tube
- All sizes fit 1 bottle or Bosch PowerPack range-extender battery (not included)
- Frame protection in high-wear areas (down tube, main pivot, seatstay, and chainstay)
- Pedals not included
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
Imported.
This e-bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All electric bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for the defined period (one year after purchase date for non-members, or two years for REI Co-op Members)—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation, chain lubrication and e-bike firmware updates. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
UL2849 certified
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- In-store bike assembly
- Pickup in store or curbside
- Bike experts available at 170+ bike shops
- An additional year of free adjustments on e-bikes
- 20% off shop services
- Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All electric bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for the defined period (one year after purchase date for non-members, or two years for REI Co-op Members)—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation, chain lubrication and e-bike firmware updates. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
UL2849 certified
| Best Use | Mountain Biking |
|---|---|
| E-Bike Classification | Class 1: pedal assist up to 20 mph |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line CX - BDU37 |
| Motor Type | Mid-Drive |
| Motor Torque (Nm) | 85 Newton meters |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion |
| Battery Capacity (Wh) | 500 watt hours |
| Battery Removable | No |
| Charge Time (hrs) | 50%: 1.7 hours; 100%: 4.5 hours |
| Mountain Bike Style | All-mountain |
| Frame | 6061-T6 aluminum alloy with 160 mm rear travel |
| Bike Suspension | Full Suspension |
| Fork | RockShox Domain Gold RC |
| Fork Travel | 170 millimeters |
| Rear Shock | Fox Float X Performance Series |
| Crankset | FSA CK-762 with Race Face direct mount 34T chainring |
| Bottom Bracket | Part of Bosch motor |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore RD-M6100-SGS |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano Deore CS-M6100-12, 10-51T |
| Number of Gears | 12 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore M6120, 4-piston |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Rims | WTB ST i30 Tough, TCS |
| Front Hub | Shimano TC500-15-B, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Shimano TC500-MS-B, 32h |
| Wheel Size | 29 inches |
| Tires | Teravail Kessel 29 x 2.6 in. Ultra Durable front; Teravail Warwick 29 x 2.5 in. Ultra Durable rear; WTB TCS sealant included |
| Tire Width | 2.6 inches 2.5 inches |
| Handlebar Shape | Flat Bar |
| Handlebar | Race Face Chester, 780 mm wide, 20 mm rise |
| Stem | Salsa Guide 40 mm |
| Seat Post | Tranz X YSP18, SM: 150 mm travel; MD, LG, XL: 170 mm travel |
| Dropper Post | Yes |
| Saddle | WTB Solano, Medium, Fusion Form, steel rail |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Headset | ACROS AZX-721 ZS56/ZS66 for 1.8 in. tapered steerer |
| Chain | Shimano Deore M6100 HYPERGLIDE+ |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Gender | Unisex |
Salsa Bikes (227685)
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 5'2" - 5'7" | 5'6" - 5'11" | 5'10" - 6'3" | 6'2" and up |
| Reach | 477.8 | 498.9 | 519 | 539.1 |
| Stack | 619 | 623.3 | 632.2 | 641.1 |
| Effective Top Tube | 588.1 | 609.9 | 631.6 | 653.3 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 405 | 430 | 455 | 480 |
| Standover Height | 752.6 | 751.7 | 751.6 | 751.5 |
| Head Tube Length | 95 | 100 | 110 | 120 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 64.4 | 64.4 | 64.4 | 64.4 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 79.9 | 79.9 | 79.9 | 79.9 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 358 | 358.2 | 358.3 | 358.4 |
| Wheelbase | 1254.1 | 1277.3 | 1301.1 | 1326.2 |
| Chainstay | 441.7 | 441.7 | 441.7 | 441.7 |
| Fork Offset | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.
How we measure bikes
- Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
- Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
- Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
- Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
- Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
- Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
- Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
- Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
- Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
- Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
- Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
- Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.
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Location:Sacramento, CA
Age:25–34
Weight:225–250 lbs.
Inseam:32"
Height:5'10"
Experience Level:Beginner
Riding Frequency:Once per week
4 months ago
A spicy E-bike
Yes , I recommend this product
My first e-bike and it is awesome! Love the Salsa brand. Have owned a Timberjack for 5+ years and zero regrets with that bike either.
Age:25–34
Weight:225–250 lbs.
Inseam:32"
Height:5'10"
Experience Level:Beginner
Riding Frequency:Once per week
Location:Midwest
Age:65–74
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Inseam:34"
Height:6'2"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
1 week ago
Salsa Notch 160 E bike.
Yes , I recommend this product
Nice bike. Maybe a little heavy. My first E. bike. I’m in my mid 60s and I just can’t do the trails anymore so this really helps with that steep elevation. Definitely go with the 12 gears vs the step down Salsa.
Age:65–74
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Inseam:34"
Height:6'2"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
2 weeks ago
funner, faster, farther!!!
Been out a couple of times how, LOVE the bike!!!! Great service at REI bike shop.