Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 200mm -
Travel Rear 200mm -
Fork RockShox Domain
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Groupset X7, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aurum 200 mm travel
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Domain R triple 200mm, soft/med/firm
Rear Shock
X Fusion Vector Coil RC (300/ 350/ 400 lb)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X7 RD short cage 9 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Jagwire LEX housing
Cassette
SRAM PG-950 MTB Cassette 11-28
Crank
Race Face Chester 83 mm BB with 36T ring
Bottom Bracket
Comes with crank
Chain
KMC 9 speed
Chain Tensioner
E-13 LS 1+ guide
Pedals
Alloy low profile flat MTB pedal w / steel pins
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula alloy sealed bearing 20 mm
Rear Hub
Formula DH rear cassette disc hub 157 x 12
Rims
Sun Inferno 29 rim
Tires
Kenda Nevagal K1010 26 x 2.50 Stick E, No cap
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixir 3 rear disc brake 200 mm rotor
Brake Levers
N/A
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Spank Director direct mount
Handlebar
Spank Spoon 760 mm wide 20 mm rise bar
Grips
T-One lock on grips
Headset
FSA #57E ZS ( tapered internal ) cartridge bearing
Seat
Saddle
Norco design freeride / DH saddle
Seatpost
Norco two bolt seattpost (2014 aluminum) 30.9 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | - | - | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.34 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 355 mm | 355 mm | 355 mm |
| Front Center | 732 mm | 754 mm | 777 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 114 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm |
| Stack | 579 mm | 579 mm | 579 mm |
| Reach | 388 mm | 410 mm | 433 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 578 mm | 603 mm | 633 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 71.9 ° | 71.4 ° | 71 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 415 mm | 435 mm | 455 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 63.5 ° | 63.5 ° | 63.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 418 mm | 423 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1150 mm | 1175 mm | 1204 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 10 mm | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Front Travel | 200 mm | 200 mm | 200 mm |
| Rear Travel | 200 mm | 200 mm | 200 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" |
About this model
Aurum 3 completes the Norco Aurum model. Norco launched 70 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Aurum bikes models from 2013, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Norco Aurum 3 2013 has a starting price of 2865$. Norco Aurum LE 2013 on the other hand is the most expensive at 7235$.
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.
Downhill bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Downhill bike that is reliable is 3391$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Downhill bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Norco released this model in 2013, its price was 2865$. If we compare this with the average Downhill bike cost we notice that the price is 18.36% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Domain is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 200mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the X Fusion Vector Coil RC (300/ 350/ 400 lb) rear shock model, which has a travel of 200mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels
The wheels on Aurum 3 are the 26″ aluminum type. 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.