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2025 Salsa Blackthorn 145 C X0 Transmission Bike

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Specifications

Product
Salsa Blackthorn 145 C X0 Transmission Bike
Model Year
2025
Intended Use
Enduro / All-Mountain
Trail
Rider
Unisex
Sizes and Geometry
SM (High, Low)
MD (High, Low)
LG (High, Low)
XL (High, Low)
View Full Geometry
Sizes Additional Info
• Geometry adjustable via two-position flip chip in shock mount
• Standover measured vertically from ground to top of top tube, 50mm forward of bottom bracket center
• All specifications listed are with 160mm travel fork with 571mm axle-to-crown length and 43mm offset, on unsprung bike (no sag)
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Wheel Size
29"
Frame Material
Carbon Fiber
Frame Material Details
High-modulus carbon front and rear triangles, 6061-T6 aluminum links; molded chainstay, seatstay, and lower down tube protection
Rear Travel
145mm
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate, 190mm length x 55mm stroke
Fork
RockShox Lyrik Ultimate, 35mm stanchions
Fork Travel
160mm
Head Tube Diameter
Tapered, 1.125" top, 1.5" bottom
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5E ZS No.57E, ZS44/28.6 upper, ZS56/40 lower
Handlebar
Salsa Guide Carbon, 35mm clamp diameter
Width: 760mm (SM), 800mm (MD-XL)
Stem
Aluminum CNC, 40mm length, 35mm bar clamp
Grips
WTB Wavelength, lock-on
Brakes
SRAM Maven Ultimate, 4-piston
Rotors: SRAM HS2, 6-bolt, 200mm
Brake Levers
SRAM Maven Ultimate Stealth, tool-free reach adjust and contact point adjust
Drivetrain
1x
Shifters
SRAM Eagle Pod Controller, 12-speed, AXS electronic wireless, MatchMaker X mounting bracket
Front Derailleur
None
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission, 12-speed, AXS electronic wireless
ISCG Tabs
None
Chainguide
Upper keeper
Cranks
SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission Alloy DUB
Length: 165mm (SM/MD), 170mm (LG/XL)
Chainrings
SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission, 30 tooth, with bolt-on bashguards
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB MTB Wide, 73mm English/BSA threaded
Pedals
None
Chain
SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission Flattop, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission XS-1295, 12-speed, 10-52 tooth
Rims
WTB CZR Carbon i30, 28 hole
Hubs
WTB Frequency, 15mm x 110mm (Boost) front, 12mm x 148mm (Boost) rear with XD driver
Spokes
Double-butted
Tires
Teravail Clifty, Durable casing, 29" x 2.5"
Saddle
WTB Solano Medium Fusion Form, steel SL rails
Seatpost
TranzX Reverse dropper, GL Stealth MMX remote lever
Drop: 160mm (SM), 180mm (MD), 210mm (LG/XL)
Seatpost Diameter
30.9mm
Seatpost Clamp
Single bolt, 35.4mm
Rear Dropout / Hub Dimensions
12mm x 148mm (Boost)
Max. Tire Size
29" x 2.5"
Bottle Cage Mounts
Two inside front triangle, accessory mounts on top tube, accessory strap on frame crossmember
Colors
Coffee Black/Sage
Warranty
3 years front triangle, 2 years seatstays and suspension parts
Weight
 
Miscellaneous
• Split Pivot Suspension System
• Geometry adjustable via two-position flip chip in shock mount
• Compatible with mixed ("Mullet") wheels: 29" front, 27.5" rear
• Rear travel can be decreased to 125mm with alternate control and shock links, plus shorter-stroke shock
• Internal cable routing with internal guide tubes
• SRAM UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger)
• Includes WTB TCS tubeless rim strips, valves, and tire sealant
Price
$8,999.00
More Info

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Free U.S. shipping on everything.
International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
Free U.S. shipping on everything.
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$8,999.00
Free shipping on orders over $69 (continental U.S. only).
International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
Free shipping on orders over $50 (continental U.S. only).
International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
Free shipping on orders over $50 (contiguous U.S. only).
International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
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