Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Sora -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Norco Indie Drop, Aluminum, 9x135mm QR Dropouts
Suspension Fork
Norco Indie Drop Airformed Aluminum Fork, 9x100mm QR, 49mm Offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora RD-R3000, GS, 9 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora FD-R3000, 2 Speed
Shift Levers
Rear: Shimano Sora ST-R3000, 9 Speed, Front: Shimano Sora ST-R3000, 2 Speed
Cassette
Shimano Altus CS-HG201, 11-34T, 9 Speed
Crank
Shimano Sora FC-R3000, 170mm (48/50.5/53) | 175mm (55.5/58/60.5/63), 50/34T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano HollowTech II BB, Threaded BSA 68mm
Chain
KMC X9, 9 Speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-M475 - Black
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-M475 - Black
Rims
WTB SX19, Eyelets, 32 Hole, 19mm Internal Width
Tires
Schwalbe Marathon, 700x32c, Reflex, GreenGuard
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro MD-C550, 2 Piston Mechanical Disc, 160mm Rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano Sora ST-R3000
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy - Black
Handlebar
Norco Endurance - Black
Headset
Angular Sealed Cartridge Bearings - Tapered
Seat
Saddle
Norco Sport - Black
Seatpost
Norco Alloy, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 50.5cm | 53cm | 55.5cm | 58cm | 60.5cm | 63cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.62 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 272.5 mm | 272.5 mm | 275 mm | 275 mm | 277.5 mm | 277.5 mm | 275 mm |
| Front Center | 582 mm | 588 mm | 592 mm | 604 mm | 617 mm | 629 mm | 640 mm |
| Rake | 49 mm | 49 mm | 48 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 70 mm | 67 mm | 63 mm | 60 mm | 59 mm | 57 mm | 54 mm |
| Stack | 520 mm | 536 mm | 553 mm | 575 mm | 595 mm | 618 mm | 643 mm |
| Reach | 357 mm | 362 mm | 367 mm | 375 mm | 384 mm | 391 mm | 397 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 501 mm | 516 mm | 533.5 mm | 551 mm | 568.5 mm | 586 mm | 603.5 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.75 ° | 74.25 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.25 ° | 73 ° | 72.75 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 425 mm | 450 mm | 480 mm | 510 mm | 540 mm | 570 mm | 595 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.75 ° | 71.25 ° | 72 ° | 72.25 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.75 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 130 mm | 147.5 mm | 170 mm | 192.5 mm | 215 mm | 237.5 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm |
| Wheelbase | 987 mm | 993 mm | 997 mm | 1010 mm | 1024 mm | 1036 mm | 1046 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 711 mm | 729 mm | 751 mm | 779 mm | 805 mm | 828 mm | 848 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Indie Drop Sora belongs to the Norco Indie model. Norco launched 88 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2019 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Norco Indie 3 Women 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 629$. Norco Indie IGH-11 Alfine Belt 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 1749$.
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.
Average price for General Urban bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Urban bike is 499$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Urban bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 1149$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Indie Drop Sora price is 130.26% higher than the average cost of a General Urban bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels size
The wheels on Indie Drop Sora are the 700c aluminum type. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Indie Drop Sora has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.