Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset SRAM, Suntour SR -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Oversize square to round aluminum frame with gussets and disc mount
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCT V2, 100mm travel, 1-1/8” steer tube
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM 3.0 , 8 speed, medium cage
Front Derailleur
SR FD8 XCC02 31.8
Shift Levers
SRAM X-4 trigger, 8 speed front and rear
Cassette
SRAM PG-820, 8 speed, 12-32T
Crank
SR Suntour CW9 XCC T202 alloy, 42/32/22T
Bottom Bracket
SR BB8 XCT SQS
Chain
KMC Z-8
Pedals
MTB flat pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
KT alloy, w/ disc mount, red ano
Rear Hub
KT alloy, 135 x 10 mm, 8 spd cassette, disc mount, red ano
Rims
Weinmann Taurus 2000, double wall, black, 32 hole
Spokes
Stainless steel 2.0
Tires
Kenda Kinetic 26 x 2.35
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes MX-4 mech disc, 6” rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro alloy MTB levers
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy MTB stem
Handlebar
MTB 30 mm rise bar
Grips
MTB krayton rubber grip
Headset
CH-281 threadless 1-1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Norco Shore, short profile, custom cover
Seatpost
Alloy double bolt, 27.2
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 12.5" | 15" | 17" | 18.5" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 308 mm | 308 mm | 313 mm | 313 mm | 313 mm | 313 mm |
| Front Center | 634 mm | 648 mm | 659 mm | 678 mm | 674 mm | 700 |
| Top Tube Length | 548 mm | 568 mm | 583 mm | 598 mm | 613 mm | 628 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 318 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1060 mm | 1074 mm | 1086 mm | 1101 mm | 1111 mm | 1127 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 35 mm | 35 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm |
| Standover Height | 740 mm | 756 mm | 776 mm | 800 mm | 794 mm | 849 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
About this model
KATMANDU is part of the Norco Katmandu model. 7 bikes variations carry this model name so far.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This bike was released in 2009 and its price was 535$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 256.07% smaller.
KATMANDU components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour XCT fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
The KATMANDU 2009 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The KATMANDU comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.