NS Define AL 160 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,243$
Weight | 15.1 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork RockShox 35 Gold RL
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
NS Define AL w/ 160mm travel, AL6061-T6 + AL6066-T6, custom hydroformed tubes,
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox 35 Gold RL 160mm travel, 15x110mm Boost, 1.5 tapered steerer tube, 37mm offset
Rear Shock
Marzocchi Bomber CR Trunnion 205x65, S-400, M-450, L-500 lbs/in
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M6100, 12spd
Cassette
Sunrace CSMZ800, 12spd 11-51T
Crank
Shimano Deore FCMT5101 170mm 34t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BSA 73mm
Chain
Shimano, 12 spd
Chain Guide
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Pedals
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Wheels
Front Hub
NS 110x15mm Boost (sealed bearings)
Rear Hub
NS 148x12mm Boost (sealed bearings)
Rims
Octane One Solar 27.5”, 32h, tubeless compatible
Spokes
Spokes w/14mm nipples
Tires
Schwalbe Big Betty BikePark 27.5x2.4" / Schwalbe Big Betty BikePark 27.5x2.4"
Brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic Disc
Cockpit
Stem
NS Tone 35, 45mm
Handlebar
NS Bar 35, 780mm, 20mm rise
Grips
NS Hold Fast
Headset
integrated tapered IS42/IS52, sealed bearings
Seat
Saddle
Octane One Crit , CrMo hollow rails
Seatpost
Kind Shox Rage i internal S-125, M-150, L-170mm, 31,6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.35 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.23 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm |
| Front Center | 760 mm | 794 mm | 828 mm |
| Rake | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm |
| Trail | 137 mm | 137 mm | 137 mm |
| Stack | 590 mm | 599 mm | 608 mm |
| Reach | 436 mm | 466 mm | 496 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 579 mm | 612 mm | 645 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 396 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1194 mm | 1228 mm | 1262 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -9 mm | -9 mm | -9 mm |
| Standover Height | 739 mm | 739 mm | 735 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Define AL 160 belongs to the Ns Define model. NS released 38 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
NS Define AL 150 2 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 3821$. NS Define 150 1 2023 on the other hand costs 7644$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3599$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Enduro bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 3928$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 9.14% higher.
Enduro bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of an Enduro bike, we get 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
a bit heavier than average, Define AL 160 has a weight of 15.1 kg (33.29 lbs). To sum up, it’s 5.82% heavier than the average weight of Enduro bikes.
Define AL 160 components
Fork
NS Define AL 160 2023 bike is equipped with the RockShox 35 Gold RL fork, and has 160mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Marzocchi Bomber CR Trunnion 205×65, with a travel distance of 160mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
The wheels on Define AL 160 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. NS Define AL 160 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Define AL 160 comes in 3 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.