Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Frame summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 16" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Lightweight aluminum low standover frame
Suspension Fork
BMX type aluminum
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
16T BMX type sprocket
Crank
Aluminum narrow-wide 30T 3-pc crankset - Black
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge bearing square taper BB
Pedals
Resin black Jr. BMX flat pedal 1/2" w/bearing"
Wheels
Front Hub
Aluminum hub w/ball bearing
Rear Hub
Aluminum hub w/ball bearing
Rims
Aluminum 16" MTB"
Tires
16" x 1.95"" with MTB tread"
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy V-Brake with linear spring
Brake Levers
Jr. MTB alloy front and rear levers w/reach adjust
Cockpit
Stem
Kalloy 35mm ext., 1-1/8" threadless MTB"
Handlebar
Jr. aluminum MTB 530mm wide x 80mm rise
Grips
Jr. MTB type, soft rubber, 95mm length
Seat
Saddle
Norco Jr. saddle w/ cutaway
Seatpost
Aluminum with micro adjust top, 150mmx27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Samurai 16″ is part of the Norco Samurai model. Norco launched 14 frames of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Norco Samurai frames models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
Norco Samurai 20″ 2017 is the most affordable frame of this model and has a price of 239$. On the other hand, Norco Samurai 16″ 2017, is the most expensive and costs 259$.
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.
Mountain frames average price
If you want an acceptable Mountain frame you should know that the average price is 514$. However, even though the average price of a Mountain frame is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality frame. In conclusion, always check frame reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Norco released this model in 2017, its price was 259$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Samurai 16″ price is 98.46% smaller than the average cost of a Mountain frame.
Samurai 16″ components
Fork material
The fork on this frame is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the frame. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Samurai 16″ has Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.