2024 Salsa Notch Deore 12

Archived: 2024 Salsa Notch Deore 12 · Electric-assist · Published sizes: S, M, L, XL

• Confirm the frame markings and seller description match this archived model. Note every component that differs from the published build.
• Record the frame serial number. It should be legible, unaltered and consistent with the seller’s ownership history.
• Find the size marking on the bicycle and confirm the fit before judging the condition or price.

Archived: Frame: Notch Aluminum · Fork: RockShox Domain Gold RC, 170mm

• Look for dents or shape changes and inspect the edges of welds around the head tube, bottom bracket, seat cluster and suspension mounts for hairline cracks.
• Stand behind and in front of the bicycle to look for obvious frame, fork or wheel misalignment. Ask directly about crashes, transport damage and repairs.

Archived: Fork: RockShox Domain Gold RC, 170mm

• Inspect the fork stanchions for scratches or coating wear, look for oil or dirt rings at the seals, and cycle the fork through its travel while checking for binding or bushing play.
• Ask for dated fork-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil or bushings.

Archived: Shifters: Shimano Deore M6100 · Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore M6100-SGS · Crankset: FSA CK-762 w/ RaceFace direct-mount chainring, 34t. MRP 1x SL TR2 for Bosch Performance Line CX BDU37 · Cassette: Shimano Deore M6100-12, 10–51t, 12-speed · Chain: Shimano Deore M6100 HYPERGLIDE+

• Shift through every available gear under light load. Hesitation, skipping or inconsistent indexing can reflect wear, damage, poor adjustment or mismatched replacement parts.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: Brake Calipers: Shimano Deore M6120, 4-piston; Brake Levers: Shimano Deore M6100; Rotors: Shimano Deore RT64, Center Lock (220mm front and rear)

• Inspect pads and braking surfaces, check the complete cable or hose path, and confirm both controls feel consistent and return cleanly.
• Before riding, test every installed brake separately at walking speed. Each should stop firmly and release cleanly without its control reaching the end of its usable travel.

Archived: Wheel size: 29"; 27.5" · Rims: WTB ST i30 Tough, TCS · Hubs: (F) Shimano TC500-15-B, 32h / (R) Shimano TC500-MS-B, 32h · Front tire: Teravail Kessel 29 x 2.6", Ultra Durable casing, WTB TCS Sealant included (tubes installed) · Rear tire: Teravail Warwick 29 x 2.5", Ultra Durable casing, WTB TCS Sealant included (tubes installed)

• Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
• Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance. This record indicates different front and rear wheel diameters, so verify each tire at its correct end.
• Remove and reinstall or closely inspect both wheel-retention systems. Axles or quick releases should tighten correctly with undamaged threads, hardware and dropouts.

Archived: Headset: ACROS AZX-721 ZS56/ZS66 for 1.8" tapered steerer · Handlebar: RaceFace Chester, 780mm wide, 20mm rise · Stem: Salsa Guide 40mm · Seatpost: Tranz X YSP18, SM: 150mm travel; MD, LG, XL: 170mm travel · Saddle: WTB Solano, Medium, Fusion Form, steel rail

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.

Archived: Salsa Notch Deore 12 · electric-assist identification

• Inspect the battery case, mount, lock and electrical contacts for cracks, impact, corrosion, swelling, overheating marks or looseness. Confirm the battery charges normally.
• Confirm the correct charger, battery keys and removable system parts are included. Check charger cables and connectors for damage or improvised repairs.
• Power the system on from cold, check the display for warnings, and test every assist mode. Assistance should engage and stop predictably without intermittent cutouts or abnormal motor noise.
• Ask for available battery-health, cycle-count, diagnostic and firmware records. Confirm that replacement batteries and system support remain available before agreeing on value.

• Before riding, confirm both wheels are secure, tires are safe, both brakes function, and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals have no looseness.
• Begin at low speed. Test steering, braking and shifting progressively, then load the drivetrain and suspension only after the basic safety checks pass.
• Listen and feel for repeated knocks, grinding, skipping, brake pulsation or movement at joints. Stop the test if the bicycle cannot be controlled safely.