Norco 4-X 2009
2009 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,075$
Weight | 14.5 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork Marzocchi
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Groupset X7, X5 -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hydraform AL, 100 mm travel, lower stand over, new stiffer link arm, lighter main frame tubing
Suspension Fork
Marzocchi 4X, 100mm of travel, alloy steer tube
Rear Shock
Fox Float R
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-7, 9 speed, medium cage
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM X-5 trigger, 9 speed rear
Cassette
SRAM PG-950, 9 speed, 12-26T
Crank
FSA Gravity Lite, 170/175 mm, 36T, E-13 LG-1
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega Exo BB,
Chain
KMC Z-9000 9 speed
Pedals
Flat alloy, steel pins, yellow
Wheels
Front Hub
KT, 20mm axle,
Rear Hub
KT, 135 x 10mm, 9 spd,
Rims
Sun Equalizer 27 32 hole, black
Spokes
Stainless steel, 2.0, yellow
Tires
Intense Micro Knobby 26 x 2.25, kevlar bead
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 3, 6” rotor
Brake Levers
Avid Juicy 3
Cockpit
Stem
Sunline V1 DH, 31.8mm, 40mm ext., grey
Handlebar
Sunline V1, 710 mm x 38 mm rise, 31.8mm, grey
Grips
Sunline logo lock on grip, black
Headset
FSA TH-872 1-1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Pivotal Tron thin seat, custom graphic
Seatpost
Pivotal 3D Forged 27.2
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 328 mm | 328 mm |
| Front Center | 646 mm | 661 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 573 mm | 588 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 368 mm | 368 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 429 mm | 429 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1075 mm | 1090 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 15 mm | 15 mm |
| Standover Height | 710 mm | 704 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
4-X is part of the Norco 4 X model. Norco released 1 bike variation of this model so far.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Norco released this model in 2009, its price was 3075$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 61.42% higher.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry bike, we get 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
With a weight of 14.5 kg (31.97 lbs), Norco bike is much heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 16.94% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The 4-X comes factory-installed with the Marzocchi fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
4-X has an aluminum fork, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Fox Float R, with a travel distance of 100mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Norco 4-X 2009, has a 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The 4-X comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.