Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork Manitou Machete Comp
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
NS Nerd JR w/ 120mm travel, AL6061-T6, custom formed and butted tubes
Suspension Fork
Manitou Machete COMP 26" , 120mm travel, 15mm axle, 1.5T
Rear Shock
Manitou Radium Expert 190x40, kids soft tune
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore SLM-610 10spd
Cassette
Sunrace CSMS2 TAY 10spd 11-42t
Crank
Samox: 152mm 32t Narrow Wide
Bottom Bracket
FSA BSA square taper
Chain
KMC, 10 spd
Chain Guide
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Pedals
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Wheels
Front Hub
NS 9x100 disc (sealed bearings)
Rear Hub
NS Cassette 142x12mm (sealed bearings)
Rims
ALEX XD-ELITE, 24”, 32h
Spokes
Spokes w/14mm nipples
Tires
Schwalbe Rocket Ron 24x2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic Disc
Cockpit
Stem
NS Drop JR 31.8, 50mm, angle –10°
Handlebar
NS Bar 660mm, 12mm rise
Grips
WTP Arrow 115, kids spec
Seat
Saddle
Octane One Junior
Seatpost
Kalloy, 31.6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 24" | 26" |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.41 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 311 mm | 336 mm |
| Front Center | 670 mm | 670 mm |
| Rake | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Stack | 543 mm | 543 mm |
| Reach | 386 mm | 386 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 526 mm | 526 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.7 ° | 75.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 311 mm | 311 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Chainstay Length | 401 mm | 401 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1071 mm | 1071 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -9 mm | -9 mm |
| Standover Height | 648 mm | 673 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
Nerd JR is a Ns Nerd model. NS released 10 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Ns Nerd bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
NS Nerd JR 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2547$. On the other hand, NS Nerd Mini 2023, is the most expensive and costs 3184$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Mountain bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Mountain bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 616$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Mountain bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 2547$. If we compare this with the average Mountain bike cost we notice that the price is 313.47% more expensive.
Average weight for Mountain bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Mountain bike is 11.4 kg (25.13 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Nerd JR weighs 13 kg (28.66 lbs) and is considerably heavier than the average. In short, the average Mountain bike weight is 14.04% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Manitou Machete Comp model. The travel on this model is 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
NS Nerd JR bike has the Manitou Radium Expert 190×40 model installed, and has a travel of 120mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Nerd JR are the 26″ aluminum type. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. NS Nerd JR is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.