Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alloy 6061 BC Hardtail Frame
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCT V4 100mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera 8spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus 3spd
Shift Levers
Lined
Cassette
Shimano 8spd 11/34
Crank
SR Suntour Duro w/bashguard 32/22
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Octalink
Chain
KMC 8spd Chain
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Resin Flat Pedals
Wheels
Front Hub
Norco Alloy Disc 32H
Rear Hub
Norco Alloy 8spd Disc 32H
Rims
Alex TD25 DW 32H
Tires
Geax Saguaro 2.2
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Novela 160mm Mech Disc Brake
Brake Levers
Tektro Alloy
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Norco Alloy 6061 50mm
Handlebar
Norco Alloy 6061 740mm/25mm
Grips
T-One H20 Lock On Grips
Headset
FSA No. 10 w/16mm conical spacer
Seat
Saddle
Norco Custom Saddle
Seatpost
Norco Alloy 31.8
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | - | - | - | - | - | - |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.56 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.44 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm |
| Front Center | 638 mm | 651 mm | 666 mm | 682 mm | 699 mm | 715 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Trail | 94 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Stack | 582 mm | 582 mm | 586 mm | 596 mm | 610 mm | 624 mm |
| Reach | 373 mm | 387 mm | 400 mm | 412 mm | 423 mm | 434 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 545 mm | 558 mm | 573 mm | 588 mm | 603 mm | 618 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 318 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1065 mm | 1078 mm | 1093 mm | 1109 mm | 1126 mm | 1142 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
Katmandu is a Norco Katmandu model. 7 bikes variations carry this model name so far.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Norco Katmandu price was 635$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 200% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
The SunTour XCT is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The wheels on Katmandu are the 26″ aluminum type. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Norco Katmandu is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!