Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 20" -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hi Ten Frame w/Mid BB
Suspension Fork
Hi Ten Tapered Fork
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
Norco Steel 25T Sprocket
Crank
Three Piece Tubular Chromo 8 Spline Seamless Cranks
Bottom Bracket
Sealed 19mm Mid BB
Chain
1/2"*1/8" BMX Chain
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Kore Rivera Thermo
Wheels
Front Hub
KT Steel 36H 3/8" Front Hub
Rear Hub
KT Alloy 36H 14mm 9T Driver Rear Hub
Rims
Alex MUS30
Tires
Excel 20" x 2.25"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro U Brake
Brake Levers
Tektro Alloy Levers
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Norco Alloy Front Load 50mm
Handlebar
Hi Ten Steel 8"x 28"
Grips
Norco Small Flange 130mm Grips w/bar end plugs
Headset
Press Fit 1 1/8" Headset
Seat
Saddle
Norco One Piece Grip Saddle
Seatpost
Integrated w/Saddle
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Ares is part of the Norco Ares model. There are 9 bikes that carry this model name.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for BMX bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable BMX bike is 348$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great BMX bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Ares components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Ares model has 20″ aluminum wheels. The 20″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Ares has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.