Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Altus
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 3 × 8
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Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Indie City Butted Alloy w/Chainstay Disc
Suspension Fork
Norco X-Over Chromoly Straight Blade
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus RD-M310 - Black
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus FD-M191
Shift Levers
Shift housing - Grey
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200 12-32T 8speed
Crank
Shimano Altus FC-M171 48/38/28T black
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB
Chain
KMC Z-72
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Resin City - Black
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM 306 Disc Hubs - 32h - Black
Rear Hub
SRAM 306 Disc Hubs - 32h - Black
Rims
Double wall alloy 700c x 32hole - Black
Tires
CST Multi-City 700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Aires mech disc w/160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano Easy-Fire 24speed - Black
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy - Black
Handlebar
Steel 30mm Riser - Black
Grips
Urban Forma Grip - Black
Headset
Internal FSA No.11N Semi-Cartridge
Seat
Saddle
Norco Urban Forma w/Reflective
Seatpost
Alloy 31.6mm - Black
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13" | 14.5" | 16" | 18" |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.52 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm |
| Front Center | 599 mm | 611 mm | 622 mm | 632 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 84 mm | 79 mm | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Stack | 537 mm | 558 mm | 579 mm | 600 mm |
| Reach | 369 mm | 378 mm | 386 mm | 395 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 513 mm | 533 mm | 553 mm | 573 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 365 mm | 412 mm | 459 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 135 mm | 155 mm | 175 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1039 mm | 1051 mm | 1062 mm | 1072 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 709 mm | 729 mm | 756 mm | 783 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Indie 4 Forma is part of the Norco Indie model. There are 88 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2015 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Norco Indie 4 Forma 2015 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 500$. Norco Indie IGH A-11 2015 on the other hand costs 1610$, and is the most expensive model.
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$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality General Urban bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Norco Indie 4 Forma price was 500$. Comparing this to the average General Urban bike price, we see that the price is 0.2% more expensive.
Indie 4 Forma components
Fork material
Indie 4 Forma has a steel fork, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels size
The Indie 4 Forma 2015 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Indie 4 Forma has Mechanical Disc brakes. 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.
