Salsa Cycles | 2023 Journeyer 2.1 Flat Bar 650B

An approachable flat-bar adventure bike built for gravel exploration, commuting, and everyday versatility.

The Salsa Journeyer 2.1 Flat Bar 650B is a versatile aluminum adventure bike designed for riders who want the comfort and control of a flat handlebar combined with the all-road capability of a modern gravel platform.

Built around Salsa’s Journeyer flat-bar aluminum frame and Fantail aluminum fork, the 2023 Journeyer 2.1 combines stable geometry, wide 650b tires, practical mounting options, and Shimano Altus 2x9 gearing into a capable adventure bike that feels confident on gravel roads, urban commutes, bikepacking routes, and relaxed mixed-terrain rides.

Key Features

• Journeyer Flat-Bar Aluminum Frame
Adventure-focused aluminum frame with stable handling, upright positioning, and utility mounts for racks, fenders, and accessories.

• 650B x 47mm Tires
Wide-volume tires provide added comfort, traction, and stability across gravel, pavement, and rough surfaces.

• Flat Bar Riding Position
Wide flat handlebars improve leverage, control, and rider confidence for commuting and off-pavement riding.

• Shimano Altus 2x9-Speed Drivetrain
Reliable Shimano gearing offers versatile range for climbing, cruising, and long mixed-surface rides.

• Adventure and Commuter Ready
Three-Pack mounts, rack mounts, bottle mounts, and top tube mounts support commuting, touring, and bikepacking setups.

Technical Specifications

• Category
Aluminum Adventure Bike

• Discipline
Gravel, Urban/Other, Road

• Frame
Journeyer Flat-Bar Quick-Release Aluminum Frame

• Fork
Fantail Aluminum Fork

• Headset
FSA NO.42 ACB IS-2

• Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus M370-L SGS

• Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus M2010

• Shifters
Shimano Altus 2x9-Speed

• Crankset
Shimano MT210 46/30T

• Bottom Bracket
Shimano MT500

• Cassette
Shimano M200, 11-34T, 9-Speed

• Chain
KMC Z9

• Brakes
Tektro MD-U310 Mechanical Disc Brakes

• Brake Levers
Tektro RS360A

• Brake Rotors
Shimano RT10, 160mm

• Front Wheel
Shimano TX505 9x100mm QR Hub, WTB ST i23 650b Rim, 32H

• Rear Wheel
Shimano TX505-8 10x135mm QR Hub, WTB ST i23 650b Rim, 32H

• Tires
Teravail Washburn 650b x 47mm, 30 TPI, Wire Bead

• Handlebar
Salsa Salt Flat 31.8, 700mm

• Stem
Salsa Guide 31.8, 6-Degree

• Seatpost
Salsa Guide 27.2 x 350mm, 12mm Offset

• Saddle
WTB Volt Medium Steel, 142 x 265mm

• Grips
Salsa File Tread

• Color Options
Red (#B22222)

Geometry

Built for riders seeking a comfortable and capable flat-bar adventure bike for gravel riding, commuting, touring, and everyday exploration.