Norco FAE 2009
2009 Mountain
Estimate price |
803$
Weight | 14.5 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox
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Groupset X5, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
159cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
171cm - 184cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminum 7005 series XC MTB frame
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Dart 2 with turnkey lockout, 100 mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-5, 9 speed, long cage
Front Derailleur
SRAM X-5 31.8
Shift Levers
SRAM X-5 trigger, 9 speed front and rear
Cassette
SRAM PG-950, 9 speed, 11-34T
Crank
Shimano FC-M443 44/32/22T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano ES-25
Chain
KMC HG-53
Pedals
Wellgo alloy / steel MTB
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC-20, QR disc hub
Rear Hub
Formula DC-22, QR., 9 spd, disc hub
Rims
DDM-1 double wall alloy, 32 hole
Spokes
Stainless steel 2.0
Tires
Innova MTB 26 x 2.10
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes MX-4 mechanical disc, 6” rotor
Brake Levers
Ladies design MTB brake levers
Cockpit
Stem
Kalloy AS-007 alloy,7 deg rise, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Ritchey Pro Mtn Riser, 20mm x 640 mm
Grips
MTB rubber 2 tone grip
Headset
CH-281 1-1/8” threadless
Seat
Saddle
Norco MTB ladies design
Seatpost
Kalloy SP-339 alloy single bolt, 27.2 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm |
| Front Center | 609 mm | 614 mm | 629 mm | 644 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 533 mm | 548 mm | 563 mm | 578 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 318 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1035 mm | 1039 mm | 1055 mm | 1070 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Standover Height | 699 mm | 715 mm | 736 mm | 750 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 159 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
Model Overview
FAE is part of the Norco Fae model. Norco launched 3 bikes of this model so far.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Norco FAE price was 803$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that FAE price is 137.24% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
much heavier than average, FAE has a weight of 14.5 kg (31.97 lbs). In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 16.94% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the FAE model has 26″ aluminum wheels. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Norco FAE is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
Norco FAE bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.