Which gravel ebike is right for me?

Diagonal split image of a rider on Salsa Confluence and rider on Salsa Tributary

We have three electric gravel bikes in our lineup:

Confluence is our light-torque, hub-drive Class 1 gravel ebike, powered by a MAHLE system.

  • 40Nm in X35+ systems or 45Nm in X30 systems
  • 250Wh battery in X35+ systems or 237Wh in X30 systems (compatible with range extender battery, sold separately)
  • 6061-T6 aluminum frame and carbon fork
  • Drop-bar and flat-bar versions


Four images, two of green Confluence Drop bar, and two of blue Confluence Flat bar ebike

Tributary is our high-torque, mid-drive Class 3* gravel ebike, powered by a Bosch system.

  • 85Nm** torque
  • 625Wh battery (compatible with range extender battery, sold separately)
  • 6061-T6 aluminum frame
  • Available with a rigid carbon fork or 120mm-travel suspension fork


Four images, two of blue Salsa Tributary, and two gray Salsa Tributary drop bar ebikes

Wanderosa is our mid-torque, mid-drive Class 3* full-suspension gravel ebike powered by a FAZUA system.

  • 60Nm max torque
  • 480Wh battery
  • High-modulus carbon fiber frame
  • 120mm suspension fork
  • 110mm of flex-stay rear suspension travel


Orange Salsa Wanderosa full suspension gravel ebike with a teal frame bag on a dark background

Which one is right for you? Each of these bikes has few things in common:

  • Our progressive gravel geometry, designed to feel stable and comfortable, even when you’re covering rugged terrain at higher speeds.
  • Ample tire clearance
  • On-bike cargo features


Confluence is the best choice for riders who want to use an ebike for fast-and-light missions, whether as a training and recovery tool, building confidence on the bike, or those spur-of-the-moment “Do I have time?” rides. Its lightweight hub-drive system and battery are a sleek, integrated package, so it feels more like riding a regular bike — just with a nice, strong tailwind.

Cyclist riding green Salsa Confluence Drop Bar Ebike on off-road trail in forest

Tributary is a good choice for riders who want to venture farther on more-rugged terrain. It’s designed to load up for longer adventures, with a more-powerful motor and larger battery to extend your range. Tributary’s larger tire clearance, Class 5™ VRS frame design, and optional suspension fork will keep you comfortable and in-control, even over the rowdiest roads. Its assist is more noticeable, which is what you want when you’re rolling up steep forest-road climbs fully loaded with bikepacking gear.

Cyclist riding Salsa Tributary Ebike on desert gravel road

Wanderosa is the clear choice for fast and light Adventures by Bike on the most demanding roads. With ample tire clearance and 120mm front and 110mm rear suspension travel, it swallows terrain that would slow other bikes down — think deep ruts, water bars, and chunky gravel. The lightweight 60Nm mid-drive unit and mid-size 480Wh battery boost your range in a sleek package.

Person riding a Salsa Wanderosa ebike on a trail with a scenic landscape of mountains and a lake.

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*Class 1 in Canada
**65Nm in Canada

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