Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Norco Storm, Aluminum, 9x135mm QR Dropouts
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCE28, 100mm Travel, 9x100mm QR
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney RD-TX800, 8 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney FD-TX710, 3 Speed
Shift Levers
Rear: Shimano ST-EF500, Easy-Fire, 8 Speed, Front: Shimano ST-EF500, Easy-Fire, 3 Speed
Cassette
CS-M5008, 11-34T, 8 Speed
Crank
Shimano TY301, 170mm (XXS/XS/S) | 175mm (M/L/XL), 42/34/24T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB, Threaded BSA 73mm
Chain
KMC Z7, 8 Speed
Pedals
Steel Cage Pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Joytech D041DSE Alloy Disc QR
Rear Hub
Joytech D142TSE Disc, 10x135mm QR
Rims
WTB SX19, 32 Hole, 19mm Internal Width
Tires
WTB Starflight, 2.25"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro MD-M280, 2 Piston Mechanical Disc, 160mm Rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano EF500 Tourney Lever/Shifter Combo
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy 60mm x 31.8
Handlebar
X6 Alloy 720mm x 31.8
Grips
Norco, Black
Headset
Zero Stack Headset
Seat
Saddle
Norco XC Saddle
Seatpost
Norco Alloy, 31.6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.82 mm | 1.76 mm | 1.69 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 295 mm | 295 mm | 295 mm |
| Front Center | 600 mm | 618 mm | 642 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 95 mm | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Stack | 596 mm | 607 mm | 617 mm |
| Reach | 327 mm | 344 mm | 366 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 506 mm | 531 mm | 561 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.1 ° | 72.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 340 mm | 390 mm | 430 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.75 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1020 mm | 1039 mm | 1062 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 722 mm | 715 mm | 724 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
Storm 4 27.5 is a Norco Storm model. Norco launched 177 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Norco Storm bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Norco Storm 2.3 2019 has a starting price of 349$. Norco Storm 1 27.5 2019 on the other hand is the most expensive at 899$.
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 Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 529$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 260.11% lower.
Storm 4 27.5 components
Fork
The Storm 4 27.5 comes factory-installed with the SunTour fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
The Storm 4 27.5 2019 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Storm 4 27.5 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!