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)

Bosch top tube System Controller and handlebar Mini Remote

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)