2025 Salsa Notch C Deore 12 - Slate/Apricot

Notch C is our enduro eMTB built for those extra laps you always want but don’t always have the time or legs for. Its carbon fiber frame reduces weight and boosts stiffness for better power transfer and tracking. Paired with Bosch’s latest Performance Line CX drive unit and 625Wh battery, it’s a powerhouse combo that’s always tempting you to ride a little (or a lot) more.
Notch features enduro-focused geometry, a 170mm of Split Pivot rear suspension travel and a 180mm fork for a stable, supportive, and efficient ride on rowdy terrain. Stay prepared for all those extra trail miles with Notch’s spare tube and multi-tool mount and enough frame space for a full water bottle or Bosch range extender battery.
Shimano’s Deore 12-speed drivetrain is a reliable workhorse with more than enough gear range for hauling up steep climbs or hoofing it across flat sections. It all comes together to make Notch C one of the best enduro eMTB options out there.

• 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:

ACROS AZX-720 ZS56/ZS66 for 1.5" tapered steerer

Seatpost:

Tranz X YSI05 RAD+, SM: 150mm travel; MD–LG: 170mm travel; XL: 200mm travel

Stem:

Salsa Guide 40mm

Grips/Bar Tape:

WTB Wavelength

Saddle:

WTB Solano, Medium, Steel Rail, Fusion Form

Handlebar:

Race Face Chester, SM–MD: 780mm x 20mm rise; LG–XL: 780mm x 35mm rise

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:

Shiman Deore SL-M6100 12-spd

Brake Levers:

Shimano Deore M6100

Brake Calipers:

Shimano Deore M6120, 4-piston

Rotors:

Shimano Deore RT64 (Center Lock, 220mm front and rear)

Front Tire:

Teravail Kessel 29x2.5", Durable Plus casing, WTB TCS Sealant included

Rear Tire:

Teravail Kessel 29x2.5", Durable Plus casing, WTB TCS Sealant included

Complete Bike:

50 lb 8 oz (MD frame)

Frame:

Notch Carbon

Color:

Slate/Apricot

Rear Shock:

Fox Float X Performance Series

Suspension Fork:

Fox 38 Performance Series, 180mm

Front Hub:

Shimano TC500-15-B, 15x110mm

Rear Hub:

Shimano TC500-15-B, 12x148mm

Spoke:

Butted, 3-cross lacing, black

Rim:

WTB KOM Tough i30 TCS, 32h

Lights Included:

No

Drive Type:

Mid-drive

Assist Levels:

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

Drive Unit:

Bosch Performance Line CX, BDU38 Universal Mount

Ebike Classification:

Class 1

Max Assist Speed:

20mph

Motor Torque:

85Nm

Battery Capacity Watt Hours:

625Wh

Battery Type:

Bosch PowerTube 625 lithium ion

Removable Battery:

Removable for service

Estimated Charge Time:

50% charge: approx. 2.1 hours100% charge: approx. 5.4 hours

Charger Included:

Yes

Range Estimate:

See FAQ

Throttle:

No

Max Motor Assist:

340% up to 600 watts

Battery Power Volts:

36V

Battery Capacity Amp Hours:

16.7Ah

Frame Pivot Kit

Salsa Notch Flip Chip Kit: Flip Chip Pair And Lower Shock Bolt - 3744Salsa Short Travel Shock Link Assembly: Shock Link Assembly For Notch 205Mm Shock Short Travel - 2207Salsa Control Link Pivot Spacer Kit:Ø15 X Ø20 X 5 Pivot Spacer, Pair - 4032Salsa Trunnion Pivot Bolt Kit: M10X1.0, 18L, Trunnion Bolt, Pair - 3738Salsa Trunnion Pivot Spacer Kit: Ø10 X Ø14.5 X 3 Pivot Spacer, Pair - 4029Salsa Link Pivot Bolt Kit: M12X1.25, 24L, Link Pivot Bolt - 3731Salsa Main Pivot Spacer Kit: Ø17 X Ø23 X 3 Main Pivot Spacers - 4033Salsa Main Pivot Kit: Main Pivot Pin And Bearing Spacer Sleeve - 3739Salsa Main Pivot Spacer Kit: Ø17 X Ø23 X 3 Main Pivot Spacers - 4033

Frame Bearings

MR20307 LLB, Max Fill, Cartridge Bearing (20 X 30 X 7) X 23801V, 2Rs, Double Row, Max Fill, Cartridge Bearing (12 X 21 X 7) X 23802V, 2Rs, Double Row, Max Fill, Cartridge Bearing (15 X 24 X 7) X 23800V, 2Rs, Double Row, Max Fill, Cartridge Bearing (10 X 19 X 7) X 23803V, 2Rs, Double Row, Max Fill, Cartridge Bearing (17 X 26 X 10) X 2

KEY FEATURES:

Electric Assist

• It makes more rides possible
• It gives riders the confidence to extend their range
• It’s FUN

On-Bike Storage

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

Split Pivot Suspension System

• Allows us to tune the pedaling and braking forces independently
• Maximizes pedaling and braking performance without compromising either
• Results in optimal pedaling efficiency and traction when braking

Split Pivot +

• Multiple travel classes in one chassis provides riders with the opportunity to adapt their bikes to various adventures

Flip Chip

• Provides the ability to alternate wheel and tire sizes
• Riders can adjust for their terrain, or desired handling characteristics

Frame Protection

• Our products are built from experience — we’ve been there enough to know that a carbon fork can benefit from added protection just as much as the downtube on a suspension bike.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES:

Carbon Fiber Frame

Notch C features a high-modulus carbon fiber frame for reduced weight and improved stiffness

Split Pivot Rear Suspension

Split Pivot provides a host of impressive suspension characteristics because the system isolates pedaling forces and braking forces from each other, allowing us to tune and optimize the bike for both independently. The concentric rear axle pivot, in conjunction with precise wheel link, brake link, and control link placement, results in excellent bump compliance and pedaling efficiency, smooth and predictable braking throughout travel, and maximum traction.

Split Pivot+ Design Methodology

The Split Pivot+ design methodology allows our engineers to optimize a frame for more than one travel class. This means you can swap control and shock links, in addition to the rear shock and fork, for more or less travel. You can set up Notch for 160–180mm of rear travel and a 160–190mm fork (up to 200mm travel with dual-crown fork). One frame, multiple bikes.

Bosch Performance Line CX Drive System

Notch runs on Bosch’s latest Performance Line CX drive unit (BDU38) with smart system. This is a class 1 motor that delivers electric assist up to 20 mph/32 kph. The Performance Line CX comes packed with features you’ll appreciate out on the trail: an eMTB tune with loads of torque, Smart Walk Assist for pushing up steep tracks, and Hill Hold to prevent rollback. This mid-drive setup also keeps the motor’s weight low and centered on the bike for neutral handling.

85Nm max torque

The Bosch Performance Line CX system delivers up to 85Nm of assist, with four customizable assist levels and an integrated speed sensor to control torque output.

625Wh internal battery

The Bosch PowerTube 625 battery offers plenty of range so you can hit lap after lap. It’s also fully encased in the downtube for added stiffness and a nice, clean look.

Flip Chip

Easily adjust Notch's bottom bracket height (7.5mm) and head tube angle (0.5 degrees) to suit your preferences, terrain, or wheel and tire size.

On-bike Cargo

Notch gives you a dedicated spot in the frame for your bottle, multi-tool, and spare tube so you can leave your hip pack at home.

Internal Routing

Internal routing for dropper and shift cable housing and brake hoses gives Notch a clean look and helps keep cables from catching on the trail.

29 x 2.6″ Tire Clearance

Hold your line on steep, loose terrain with clearance for large tires.

Molded Frame Protection

Take the “ding” out of riding with durable, custom-fit frame protection pieces in high-wear and damage-prone areas.

SRAM UDH Compatible

This derailleur hanger design optimizes shifting performance and makes it much easier to replace a bent or broken hanger.

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SUPPORTIVE DOCUMENTS:

Click for Salsa Notch Manual

Click for Bicycle Owner's Manual

Click for ASTM Riding Conditions Classifications

Click for ASTM 4 Framesheet