2025 Salsa Confluence Flat Bar CUES 11 - Dark Cyan

"Can I squeeze a ride in?" "Do I have the legs to see where this side road goes?" "A ride would feel great, but do I have the energy?" Confluence Flat Bar CUES 11 answers these questions with an "Oh yeah." Its MAHLE hub-drive system delivers 40Nm of electric assist to give you the extra push you need to ride more. Confluence's geometry is designed specifically for the extra comfort and confidence you want for riding gravel ebikes at higher average speeds on sketchy roads. The aluminum frame and carbon fork balance weight, comfort, and performance. Cargo and fender mounts let you configure your Confluence your way. The Shimano CUES 11-speed drivetrain tops it all off with smooth shifting and massive gear range. Charge Your Adventure with Confluence Flat Bar CUES 11.

• Meets UL 2849, and UL 2271 certification

WARNING:

This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Headset:

FSA

Seatpost:

Promax SP-2016

Stem:

Salsa Guide

Grips/Bar Tape:

Velo VLG-311D2

Saddle:

WTB Volt

Handlebar:

Salsa Salt Flat

Rear Derailleur:

Shimano CUES U6000

Cassette:

Shimano CUES, 11-speed, 11-50t

Chain:

Shimano LG500

Crankset:

FSA Omega Megaexo, 40t

Shifter:

Shimano CUES U6000-11R

Brake Levers:

Shimano MT201

Brake Calipers:

Shimano UR300

Rotors:

Shimano RT26, 180mm front, 160mm rear, 6-bolt

Front Tire:

Teravail Washburn 700c x 42mm, Durable casing, wire bead

Rear Tire:

Teravail Washburn 700c x 42mm, Durable casing, wire bead

Complete Bike:

33 lb (Large frame)

Frame:

Confluence

Color:

Dark Cyan

Fork:

Confluence Carbon Deluxe

Bottom Bracket:

FSA BB-4000

Front Hub:

WTB Serra

Rear Hub:

MAHLE X35+

Spoke:

Straight gauge, black

Rim:

WTB ST i23, 32h

Lights Included:

No

Drive Type:

Hub-Drive

Assist Levels:

3

Drive Unit:

MAHLE X35+

Ebike Classification:

Class 1

Max Assist Speed:

20 mph / 32 kph

Motor Torque:

40Nm

Battery Capacity Watt Hours:

250Wh

Battery Type:

Li-ion

Removable Battery:

Removable for service

Estimated Charge Time:

3 hours

Charger Included:

Yes

Range Estimate:

40 miles

Throttle:

No

Walk Assist:

No

KEY FEATURES:

Bar, Stem, Seatpost

• Bar, stem, and seatpost models are spec'd on bikes with the goal of making them as inclusive as possible, such as zero-rise handlebars on small flat-bar bikes to achieve proper stack height

On-Bike Storage

• Adventures require gear and riders should get to choose whether they carry it on their bike or on their body

ADDITIONAL FEATURES:

6061-T6 alloy frame

Confluence's aluminum alloy tubing is developed specifically for the Confluence frame, and is heat-treated to T6 alloy standards for extra strength and durability.

Carbon fiber fork

The Confluence Carbon fork is lightweight, comfortable, cargo-ready, and gives you loads of tire clearance to play with.

MAHLE X35+ Class 1 hub-drive system

This Class 1 rear hub-drive motor delivers electric assist up to 20mph/32kph. It's one of the lightest ebike systems in-market, and its low-profile appearance mean that Confluence looks like a regular gravel bike.

40Nm max torque

Up to 40Nm of assist that feels natural, not overwhelming. The MAHLE X35+ system offers three assist levels, and sensors detect when you're pedaling to moderate the level of support generated at the hub.

250Wh internal battery

You can't see it, but you'll certainly feel it. MAHLE's 250Wh battery is nestled inside Confluence's downtube. This battery size hits the ideal combination of efficiency and weight for what we designed Confluence to do.

Capable of up to 458Wh with MAHLE Range Extender battery (sold separately)

Easily increase your range for bigger adventures with a Range Extender battery available from MAHLE.

iWOC One compact remote top tube controller

Minimal and intuitive controller displays battery status and allows you to cycle through assist modes with one button.

Connected if you want to be

The MAHLE system offers Ant+ connectivity for third party devices, and Bluetooth® for app integration. MAHLE's MySmartBike app allows for customization, metrics, mapping, and more.

Massive 700c x 50mm tire clearance

Confluence fits up to 700c x 50mm tires, so you can ride those lesser-traveled tracks. 700c x 42mm maximum tire clearance when equipped with fenders.

On-bike cargo features

Attach front and rear racks to your Confluence for serious cargo capacity, or use the sleeker Three-Pack mounts for extra water bottles or our EXP Series Anything Cage HD to pack a cooking kit, extra layers, or whatever else you dream up.

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SUPPORTIVE DOCUMENTS:

Click for Salsa Confluence Manual

Click for Salsa Confluence Mahle Battery

Click for MAHLE X35 Battery Care & Maintenance

Click for MAHLE iWoc ONE Quick User Guide

Click for Salsa Confluence Drop Bar Front Triangle Frame Bage Guide

Click for ASTM 2 Framesheet

Click for ASTM Riding Conditions Classifications

Click for Bicycle Owner's Manual