Norco TEAM DH 2009
2009 Mountain
Estimate price |
6,550$
Weight | 17 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 203mm -
Travel Rear 227mm -
Fork RockShox BoXXer
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Groupset X0, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hydraformed AL, adjustable travel, 199mm-227mm travel Adjustable travel, headtube angle and BB, 1.5” forged headtube.
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Boxxer World Cup, 203 mm of travel, 1-1/8” steer tube
Rear Shock
Marzocchi World Cup air shock 9.5 x 3”
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-0, 9 spd, short cage
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM X-0 trigger, 9 speed rear
Cassette
SRAM DH PG-970, 9 speed, 11-26
Crank
Race Face Atlas
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Saint 68 mm
Chain
KMC Super Light CP silver 9 speed
Pedals
CNC alloy, sealed bearing, blue anodized, steel pins
Wheels
Front Hub
DT 440, 20mm axle, sealed bearings
Rear Hub
DT 440, 150 x 12mm, 9 spd, sealed bearings
Rims
Alex Supra D welded, 32 hole anodized blue
Spokes
DT Swiss Super Comp stainless black 2.0 / 1.7 / 1.8
Tires
Kenda Nevegal 26 x 2.35, Stick E rubber, CAP casing
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Elixer CR, 8” rotor
Brake Levers
SRAM Elixer CR
Cockpit
Stem
Sunline direct mount for Boxxer, 31.8mm, 50mm extension
Handlebar
Sunline V-1 711 mm sm / 745 mm m/l, 19 mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
Sunline lock on grip., white / grey
Headset
Sunline 1.5” reducer integrated 1.5” to 1-1/8”
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado custom cover, titanium rail, white base
Seatpost
Truvativ Team post double bolt, 27.2 mm, polish silver
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 360 mm | 360 mm | 360 mm |
| Front Center | 710 mm | 725 mm | 751 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 572 mm | 592 mm | 617 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 71.3 ° | 71.3 ° | 71.3 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 419 mm | 432 mm | 445 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 125 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1157 mm | 1172 mm | 1197 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 14 mm | 14 mm | 14 mm |
| Standover Height | 760 mm | 757 mm | 758 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
Model Overview
TEAM DH belongs to the Norco Team Dh model. Norco released 6 bikes variations of this model so far.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Downhill bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Downhill bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3391$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Downhill bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Norco released this model in 2009, its price was 6550$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that TEAM DH price is 93.16% more expensive than the average cost of a Downhill bike.
Downhill bikes average weight
Downhill bikes weigh an average of 15.89 kg (35.03 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
a bit heavier than average, TEAM DH has a weight of 17 kg (37.48 lbs). To sum up, it’s 6.99% heavier than the average weight of Downhill bikes.
TEAM DH components
Fork
Norco TEAM DH 2009 bike is equipped with the RockShox BoXXer fork, and has 203mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Marzocchi World Cup air shock 9.5 x 3” rear shock model, which has a travel of 227mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the TEAM DH bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
TEAM DH comes in 3 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.