2024 Salsa Warbird C Rival XPLR eTap AXS
SalsaWarbird C Rival XPLR eTap AXS is built to tame the toughest terrain, with a Class 5™ VRS-equipped high-modulus carbon fiber frameset. Our gravel race geometry puts you in a comfortable, confident riding position. On-bike cargo features let you gear up for long days of riding far from anywhere. SRAMs sure-shifting Rival XPLR eTap AXS drivetrain is a technological marvel with loads of gear range. As the industrys first gravel race bike, Warbird is designed and built to provide control, comfort, and speed when the going gets rough.
On-Bike Storage
Carry more on your bike and less on your body. Our frames and forks feature mounts for extra bottles, camping gear, and ride accessories.
Class 5™ VRS
Soak up rough gravel roads. Our bowed seatstays are compliant while horizontally oriented chainstays resist torque for lateral stiffness.
Frame Protection
Worry less about bike damage. Our frames and forks are designed and built to hold up to the rugged adventures you put them through.
CLASS 5 VRS
The Class 5™ Vibration Reduction System has specially shaped seatstays with a tall, thin, vertically oriented profile that promotes vertical compliance by allowing the seatstays to "flex" outwards on impacts. The horizontally oriented chainstayswork to resist torque and maintain a laterally stiff rear end. The seatstays and chainstays lack bridges, furthering the full length of the stays to contribute to flexibility. And a rear thru-axle delivers precise tracking while allowing the seatstays to provide that incredible compliance
INTERIOR JUNCTION CONTROL MOLDING TECHNOLOGY
We use internal molds at all the main front triangle junctions during layup and curing. This allows for precise control of wall thickness and inner wall smoothness in these areas. This process increases compaction and reduces voids and wrinkles in critical high stress zones. The end result is a top-quality carbon frame that delivers consistent high performance
WARBIRD GEOMETRY
Warbird features the latest evolution of our already industry leading gravel racing geometry. Warbird places the rider in a position that can be maintained for hours on end over bumpy B-roads and loose surfaces, drastically reducing fatigue. A low bottom bracket and stable wheelbase help keep the tires planted and boost confidence. Long top tubes paired with short stems provide increased stability at high speed and on rough descents
WAXWING DELUXE FORK
This fork features carbon construction with an aluminum steerer and utilizes a 12 x 100 mm thru axle for true tracking and flat mount brake for quick setup. Most importantly, the fork includes an incredible array of accessory features: Three-Pack mounts accept either water bottle cages or Anything Cages for increased hydration or gear carrying capacity / Mid-blade mounts allow the attachment of our Down Under Low Rider Rack for front pannier use / Internal Dynamo Hub Cable Routing means clean cable routing for those upgrading to dynamo front hubs / Fender mounts mean more pleasant riding in rainy weather, allowing you to tack on more training miles
700C X 42 MM WHEEL/TIRE SPEC
For faster acceleration and overall speed
DUAL WHEEL SIZE COMPATIBLE
Warbird fits up to 700c x 45 mm OR 650b x 2.0" wheels/tires. We offer models with each spec so you can choose the wheel size that best meets your needs, or set up a second wheel set so your Warbird is optimized for the race course at hand
INTEGRATED TOPTUBE BAG MOUNT
Bolt on your Salsa EXP Series Top Tube Bag for secure connection and elimination of strap wear
GENEROUS WATER BOTTLE CAPACITY
Helps you stay hydrated during ultra-endurance training rides and races. 2-3 bottle mounts inside main triangle (56 cm and above receive 3), 1 accessory mount on underside of downtube, 2 bottle mounts possible on fork via Three-Pack mounts
INTERNAL SLEEVED CABLE ROUTING
Internal tubes guide housing through the frame, simplifying setup and maintenance
REFINED DRIVETRAIN COMPATIBILITY
Designed to accept 1x, 2x, and current electronic offerings
STEALTH DROPPER POST COMPATIBLE
Accepts 27.2 mm dropper posts for more confident descending at high speeds on rough, unpredicatable gravel roads. Internal stealth routing when running 1x setups
FENDER MOUNTS
Fenders allow for longer, more pleasant rides in wet weather
REAR RACK FRIENDLY
Compatible with the Salsa Wanderlust Rack when using the optional Salsa Rack-Lock seat collar
Click for Universal Framesheet
- Frame (Frameset):
- Warbird Carbon
- Fork (Frameset):
- Waxwing Deluxe
- Color (Frameset):
- Red
- Rear Derailleur (Drivetrain):
- SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS
- Cassette (Drivetrain):
- SRAM XG-1251 10-44t, 12-speed
- Chain (Drivetrain):
- SRAM Rival D1
- Crankset (Drivetrain):
- SRAM Rival 1 Wide, 42t
- Shifter (Drivetrain):
- SRAM Rival eTap AXS
- Brakes and Rotors (Drivetrain):
- SRAM Rival Hydraulic, SRAM CenterLine rotors (160 mm)
- Headset (Components):
- Cane Creek 40
- Stem (Components):
- Zoom TDS-D507G, ±7 degrees -OR- Salsa Guide
- Handlebar (Components):
- Zoom DR-AL-199BTFOV
- Grips/Bar Tape (Components):
- Anti-Slip Silicone handlebar tape
- Seatpost (Components):
- Zoom SP-C255 Alloy -OR- Salsa Guide Carbon
- Saddle (Components):
- WTB SL8 Medium Cromoly
- Front Wheel (Wheels):
- DT Swiss G 1800 12 x 100 mm
- Rear Wheel (Wheels):
- DT Swiss G 1800 12 x 142 mm
- Tires (Wheels):
- Teravail Cannonball 700c x 42 mm, tubeless compatible, Durable casing
- Complete Bike Weight (Weight):
- 20 lb 3 oz (56 cm frame)
- Design Wheel/Tire Size:
- 622 - 32 (700 x 32mm)
- Rigid Fork Length:
- 405mm
- Fork Offset:
- 50mm
- Upper:
- IS41
- Lower:
- IS52
- Seatpost:
- 27.2mm
- Seat Collar:
- 32.0mm
- Bottom Bracket:
- BB86 PressFit
- Rear Brake (Rotor):
- Flat mount 140, 140-160mm, flat mount frame standard 20mm thickness, 27mm bolt length
- Rear Spacing:
- 142mm
- Rear Axle:
- M12 x 167L, TP = 1.5, TL = 20mm
- Derailleur Hanger:
- Hanger 465, QBP# FS2322
- Front Brake (Rotor):
- Flat mount 160, flat mount rear standard, 35mm thickness, 42mm bolt length
- Front Spacing:
- 12 x 100 mm TA
- Fender Mounts:
- Yes, required fender hardware included
- Suspension Fork Length (Travel):
- 436.7mm axle-to-crown (40mm travel)
- Water Bottle Mounts:
- Frames up to 54cm: 2 in main triangle, frames 56cm and larger: 3 in main triangle
- Rack Mounts:
- 165 mm Low-rider compatible. Salsa Down Under rack recommended.
- Stem Clamp:
- ø28.6mm
- Crown Race:
- Integrated SHIS 40, 36° angle
- Front Axle:
- M12 x 120L, TP = 1.5, TL = 12 mm
- Axle:
- M12 x 120L, TP = 1.5, TL = 12mm
- Pack Mounts:
- One mount per fork leg.
- Crankset:
- 1x: 44t max; 2x: 52/36t max, 46/30t minimum
- Max Tire OD:
- 700c: 716mm / 650b: 696mm (Some front derailleurs may reduce tire clearance. Check manufacturers specifications to confirm clearance before installing.)
- Alternate Wheel/Tire Size:
- 622 - 32-45 (700c x 32-45mm / 1.2-1.8) / 584 - 47-51 (650b x 47mm-51mm / 1.85-2.0")"
- Downtube Accessory Mount:
- Yes, one pair
- Toptube Mounts:
- Yes, compatible with Salsa Toptube bag