Norco Malahat 2012
2012 Urban
Estimate price |
399$
Weight | 14.86 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
7005 alloy w/comfort stays & internal cables
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour M-3010 suspension fork
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney RD-TX55
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney FD-TX51
Shift Levers
Shimano Easy-Fire 51 21speed - Silver
Cassette
Shimano MF-TZ31 Megarange 14-34T 7speed
Crank
Shimano Altus FC-M131C 48/38/28T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB
Chain
KMC Z-50
Pedals
Resin Comfort pedal w/Kraton grip
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula alloy hub - Silver
Rear Hub
Formula alloy freewheel hub - Silver
Rims
Alloy rims w/CNC sidewalls 32h - Silver
Spokes
UCP spokes
Tires
Comfort 700 x 35c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro 837AL-EN V-Brakes
Brake Levers
Shimano Altus Easy-Fire 51 w/4-finger levers
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy adjustable stem - Silver
Handlebar
Steel comfort high riser bar - Silver
Grips
Ergonomic w/Norco logo bar plug
Headset
Alloy threaded sealed bearing - Black
Seat
Saddle
Norco City Comfort saddle
Seatpost
Alloy suspension seatpost - Silver
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.61 mm | 1.62 mm | 1.66 mm | 1.67 mm | 1.7 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm |
| Front Center | 614 mm | 629 mm | 638 mm | 653 mm | 661 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 85 mm | 86 mm | 85 mm | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Stack | 585 mm | 604 mm | 622 mm | 641 mm | 662 mm |
| Reach | 364 mm | 373 mm | 375 mm | 383 mm | 390 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 578 mm | 593 mm | 608 mm | 623 mm | 638 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 365 mm | 420 mm | 475 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 478 mm | 478 mm | 478 mm | 478 mm | 478 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1086 mm | 1101 mm | 1110 mm | 1125 mm | 1134 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 754 mm | 770 mm | 800 mm | 831 mm | 865 mm |
| Front Travel | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Malahat is a Norco Malahat model. Norco released 22 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2012, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Norco Malahat W 2012 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 399$. Norco Malahat 2012 on the other hand costs 399$, and is the most expensive model.
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 Hybrid bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Hybrid bike is 562$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2012 for 399$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Malahat price is 40.85% lower than the average cost of a Hybrid bike.
Average weight for Hybrid bikes
The average weight for Hybrid bikes is 13.85 kg (30.53 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Malahat weighs 14.86 kg (32.76 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In short, the average Hybrid bike weight is 7.29% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Malahat components
Fork
The Malahat comes factory-installed with the SunTour fork. This has a travel range of 63mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Malahat model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Malahat has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
This bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.