Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Altus, Tourney -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XXS
145cm - 159cm
XS
157cm - 168cm
SM
165cm - 176cm
MD
174cm - 183cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Norco Indie, Aluminum, 9x135mm QR Dropouts
Suspension Fork
Norco X-Over Chromoly Disc Fork, 9x100mm QR, 45mm Offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus RD-M310, SGS, 8 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney FD-TY710, 3 Speed
Shift Levers
Rear: Shimano Altus SL-M310, 8 Speed, Front: Shimano Altus SL-M310, 3 Speed
Cassette
Shimano TourneyTX CS-HG200, 12-32T, 8 Speed
Crank
Shimano FC-TY501, 165mm (XXS) | 170mm (XS/S) | 175mm (M), 48/38/28T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB, Threaded BSA 68mm
Chain
KMC Z72, 8 Speed
Pedals
City Women’s - Black
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Sealed Disc Hub
Rear Hub
Alloy Sealed Disc Hub, 32 Hole, 10x135mm QR
Rims
Double Wall Alloy, 32 Hole
Tires
Quick Rolling Street, 700x45c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro MD-M280, Mechanical Disc, 160mm Rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro RS360 Levers
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy - Black
Handlebar
Norco 25mm Riser - Black
Grips
Dual Density Women’s Ergonomic, Black
Headset
Zero Stack Headset w/12mm Cone Spacer - Black
Seat
Saddle
Norco Women’s Sport w/Reflective
Seatpost
Alloy, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 285 mm | 285 mm | 285 mm | 285 mm |
| Front Center | 595 mm | 608 mm | 629 mm | 651 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 82 mm | 75 mm | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Stack | 549 mm | 572 mm | 591 mm | 610 mm |
| Reach | 364 mm | 378 mm | 393 mm | 408 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 516 mm | 541 mm | 566 mm | 591 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.3 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 350 mm | 390 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1038 mm | 1051 mm | 1072 mm | 1094 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 684 mm | 706 mm | 726 mm | 779 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 145 cm | 157 cm | 165 cm | 174 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 159 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm | 183 cm |
Model Overview
Indie 3 Women belongs to the Norco Indie model. Norco launched 88 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Norco Indie 3 Women 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 629$. On the other hand, Norco Indie IGH-11 Alfine Belt 2019, is the most expensive and costs 1749$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for General Urban bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Urban bike is 499$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality General Urban bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 629$. If we compare this with the average General Urban bike cost we notice that the price is 26.05% higher.
Overview of components
Fork material
Indie 3 Women has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The Indie 3 Women 2019 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Indie 3 Women has 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 Indie 3 Women bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 145 cm – 183 cm (4.76 ft – 6 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.