Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset X9, XT -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Triple butted & hydraformed aluminum, semi integrated headtube
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Recon Air, U-Turn 85-130mm travel adjust & Motion Control
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-9, 9 speed, medium cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT, 31.8
Shift Levers
SRAM X-7 trigger, 9 speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-950, 9 speed, 11-32
Chain
SRAM PC-971
Pedals
Crank Brothers Candy, clipless
Wheels
Front Hub
Mavic Crossride wheelset
Rear Hub
Mavic Crossride wheelset
Rims
Mavic Crossride wheelset
Spokes
Mavic Crossride wheelset
Tires
Kenda Small Block 8, kevlar, 2.10
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 7 hydraulic, 6" rotor
Brake Levers
Avid Juicy 7 (Speed Dial adjustable pads)
Cockpit
Stem
Ritchey Pro V2, 31.8
Handlebar
Ritchey Comp Rizer, 20mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
WTB Moto Tec Clamp-On
Headset
Semi-integrated CH-918
Seat
Saddle
WTB Rocket V, chromoly rails
Seatpost
Ritchey Pro Carbon, 27.2, 350mm
About this model
Fireball is part of the Norco Fireball model. Norco launched 5 bikes of this model so far.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2007 and its price was 1699$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Fireball price is 62.57% smaller than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Fireball components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 130mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Fireball model has 26″ aluminum wheels. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Fireball has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Norco Fireball 2007 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.