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 RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset GX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Charger 27.5" DB Alloy XC Frame"
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Silver Solo Air TK 100mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX 10spd Type 2.1
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
Sunrace 10spd 11/40 Cassette
Crank
Alloy 30T Cranks
Bottom Bracket
External Threaded BB
Chain
KMC X10 1x10spd
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Wellgo Alloy Pedals
Wheels
Front Hub
Joytech Alloy 100mm QR
Rear Hub
Joytech Alloy 135mm QR
Rims
650B - 21mm Alloy TRS Rim
Tires
WTB Beeline 27.5 x 2.2
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Acera M425 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano Acera M425
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Norco Alloy 70mm
Handlebar
Norco Lite DB 15mm 740mm
Grips
Norco Grip
Headset
N/A
Seat
Saddle
Norco XC Saddle
Seatpost
Norco Alloy 31.6/400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.68 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.52 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm |
| Front Center | 609 mm | 626 mm | 650 |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 91 mm | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Stack | 582 mm | 582 mm | 593 mm |
| Reach | 347 mm | 367 mm | 389 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 516 mm | 541 mm | 571 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.2 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 340 mm | 390 mm | 430 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69.25 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1029 mm | 1047 mm | 1070 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 697 mm | 708 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Charger 7.2 Forma completes the Norco Charger model. Norco released 83 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2017, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Norco Charger 9.3 2017 has a starting price of 849$. Norco Charger 7.1 2017 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1399$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Norco Charger 7.2 Forma price was 949$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that Charger 7.2 Forma price is 100.74% lower.
Overview of components
Fork
Norco Charger 7.2 Forma 2017 bike is equipped with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Norco Charger 7.2 Forma 2017, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Charger 7.2 Forma has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.