Norco FAZE ONE 2009
2009 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,575$
Weight | 11.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork RockShox SID
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Groupset XTR -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Butted M-6, 100-120 mm adjustable travel
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Sid World Cup, 100 mm, 1-1/8” threadless alloy steer tube
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP 23
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR, 9 speed, long cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano XTR 31.8
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR rapid fire, 9 speed front and rear
Cassette
Shimano XTR, 9 speed, 11-32T
Crank
Shimano XTR 44/32/22T, hollowtech 2
Bottom Bracket
Shimano XTR
Chain
Shimano CN-HG-93 . 9 speed
Pedals
Crank Bros Egg Beater C
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano XT, 100 mm, 6 bolt disc
Rear Hub
Shimano XT, 135 x 10 mm, 6 bolt disc mount, 8/9 sp
Rims
Mavic XC-717 black 32 H
Spokes
DT Super Comp butted 1.8 / 1.5 / 1.8, red nipples
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ralph 26 x 2.10 evolution folding
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixer CR Carbon, 6” rotor
Brake Levers
Avid Elixer CR Carbon
Cockpit
Stem
Thomson X4, 31.8 mm bar clamp, 0 deg, black
Handlebar
Ritchey WCS low rise carbon 3K, 15 mm rise , 31.8
Grips
Pro Palm lock on grip
Headset
Crank Bros Directset 1-1/8” threadless
Seat
Saddle
WTB Devo Team Ni cro tubular rail, synthetic leather
Seatpost
Thomson alloy 27.2 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm |
| Front Center | 624 mm | 637 mm | 659 mm | 679 mm | 705 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 543 mm | 563 mm | 583 mm | 603 mm | 628 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1048 mm | 1062 mm | 1083 mm | 1103 mm | 1129 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Standover Height | 738 mm | 738 mm | 753 mm | 775 mm | 796 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
FAZE ONE completes the Norco Faze model. Norco released 22 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Norco Faze bikes models from 2009, here.
Model range prices
Norco FAZE THREE 2009 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2199$. Norco FAZE ONE 2009 is the most expensive one and costs 5575$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 5575$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 101.85% more expensive.
Average weight for Trail bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Norco FAZE ONE it’s weighing 11.4 kg (25.13 lbs). At this weight, is considerably lighter than average. In other words, this model is 13.86% lighter than the average Trail bike.
FAZE ONE components
Fork
The FAZE ONE comes factory-installed with the RockShox SID fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Rear Shock
Norco FAZE ONE bike has the Fox Float RP 23 model installed, and has a travel of 120mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Norco FAZE ONE 2009, has a 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The FAZE ONE comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Norco FAZE ONE bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.