Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 20" -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Full Hi-Ten, 20 1/2" TTL, standard BB
Suspension Fork
Full Hi-Ten, 14mm axle
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
14T Freewheel
Bottom Bracket
BSA, threaded
Chain
KMC 1/8" black
Pedals
Alloy platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Steel, 36 hole, 14mm axle
Rear Hub
Steel Black, 48 hole, 14mm axle
Rims
Weinmann ZACX single wall, CNC rear, 36 hole
Spokes
UCP
Tires
Street/Trail, 2.125/1.95
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro 907A, alloy
Brake Levers
Tektro alloy
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy front clamp
Handlebar
Two piece, narrow, strong bar
Grips
Axiom High Side Trail Brown
Headset
Threadless, 1 1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Norco BMX
Seatpost
Steel
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
RHYTHM is a Norco Rhythm model. Norco released 2 bikes variations 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.
Average price for BMX bikes
If you want an acceptable BMX bike you should know that the average price is 348$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a BMX bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Norco released this model in 2008, its price was 289$. If we compare this with the average BMX bike cost we notice that the price is 20.42% smaller.
Average weight for BMX bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a BMX bike, we get 10.54 kg (23.24 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
RHYTHM weighs 15.2 kg (33.51 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 44.21% heavier than the average weight of BMX bikes.
RHYTHM components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the RHYTHM bike is equipped with the 20″ aluminum model. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The RHYTHM comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.