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 - Dark Grey
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG31 11-32T 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 Novella mech disc w/160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano Easy-Fire 2-finger
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy - Black
Handlebar
Steel 30mm Riser - Black
Grips
Urban Grip - Black
Headset
FSA No.10P Semi-Integrated w/25mm Cap
Seat
Saddle
Norco Urban
Seatpost
Alloy 31.6mm - Black
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13" | 14.5" | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 289 mm | 289 mm | 289 mm | 289 mm | 289 mm | 289 mm |
| Front Center | 599 mm | 611 mm | 622 mm | 632 mm | 647 mm | 656 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 84 mm | 79 mm | 76 mm | 74 mm | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Stack | 537 mm | 558 mm | 579 mm | 600 mm | 619 mm | 640 mm |
| Reach | 369 mm | 378 mm | 386 mm | 395 mm | 403 mm | 411 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 513 mm | 533 mm | 553 mm | 573 mm | 593 mm | 613 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 365 mm | 412 mm | 459 mm | 510 mm | 562 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 135 mm | 155 mm | 175 mm | 195 mm | 215 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1039 mm | 1051 mm | 1062 mm | 1072 mm | 1087 mm | 1096 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 709 mm | 729 mm | 756 mm | 783 mm | 814 mm | 847 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Indie 4 is part of the Norco Indie model. Norco launched 88 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2014 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Norco Indie 4 2014 is the cheapest bike model and costs 499$. Norco Indie Drop Alfine 11 Di2 2014 is the most expensive one and costs 2300$.
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.
General Urban bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a General Urban bike that is reliable is 499$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality General Urban bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Norco Indie 4 price was 499$. Comparing the average cost of a General Urban bike to this one, you will see that Indie 4 price is 0% more expensive.
Indie 4 components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Norco Indie 4 2014, has a 700c aluminum model. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Norco Indie 4 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
