Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 200mm -
Travel Rear 200mm -
Fork RockShox BoXXer
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Groupset X0, X01 -
Suspension Full -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aurum carbon 650B 200mm travel
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Boxxer World Cup 650B, 200mm
Rear Shock
Cane Creek double barrel coil
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XO 1 DH 7 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Jagwire LEX housing
Cassette
SRAM XO1 DH 10-24T 7 spd CS HG795
Crank
SRAM X01 DH carbon crank
Bottom Bracket
BB PF MTB 107
Chain
SRAM PC X1
Chain Tensioner
E-13 LG 1 +DMB guide with lower guard
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
DT 350 20mm sealed bearing
Rear Hub
DT 350 w/XD driver, 36T engagement 142x12
Rims
DT EX 471 30mm wide 650Bh
Tires
Magic Mary 650Bx2.35 super gravity, Vert star
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide RSC 4 piston w/200mm rotor
Brake Levers
SRAM Guide RSC
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Race face Atlas Direct Mount 50mm 35mm bulge
Handlebar
Race Face Six C carbon 800mm wide bar (35mm)
Grips
Norco lock on
Headset
Cane Creek 40
Seat
Saddle
WTB High Tail DH specific saddle cromo rail
Seatpost
Norco 350x30.9mm 2014 T6 aluminum
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.532 mm | 1.479 mm | 1.435 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm |
| Front Center | 752 mm | 776 mm | 801 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| Trail | 123 mm | 123 mm | 123 mm |
| Stack | 602 mm | 611 mm | 620 mm |
| Reach | 393 mm | 413 mm | 432 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 539 mm | 571 mm | 603 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.4 ° | 75.5 ° | 74.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 420 mm | 440 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 63 ° | 63 ° | 63 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 425 mm | 435 mm | 445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1177 mm | 1211 mm | 1245 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm |
| Standover Height | 737 mm | 737 mm | 742 mm |
| Front Travel | 200 mm | 200 mm | 200 mm |
| Rear Travel | 200 mm | 200 mm | 200 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
Model Overview
Aurum C7.1 is part of the Norco Aurum model. Norco launched 70 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2015, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Norco Aurum 6.3 2015 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2420$. Norco Aurum C7.1 ENVE 2015 is the most expensive one and costs 9700$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Downhill bikes
If you want an acceptable Downhill bike you should know that the average price is 3391$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Downhill bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2015 and its price was 7000$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Aurum C7.1 price is 106.43% more expensive than the average cost of a Downhill bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox BoXXer model. The travel on this model is 200mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the Cane Creek double barrel coil model, with a travel of 200mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
The wheels on Aurum C7.1 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Aurum C7.1 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Aurum C7.1 comes in 3 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.