Norco Aurum LE 2012
2012 Mountain
Estimate price |
7,350$
Weight | 15.77 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 200mm -
Travel Rear 200mm -
Fork RockShox
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Groupset X0 -
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 DH race frame , 200 mm travel , hydroformed 6061 aluminium
Suspension Fork
Rockshox World Cup solo air fork
Rear Shock
Cane Creek Double barrel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XO DH short cage
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
SRAM PG-1070 Cassette 10 speed 11-28T
Crank
SRAM/Truvativ XO carbon crank , 83 mm shell
Bottom Bracket
Comes with crank
Chain
SRAM PC 1071 hollow pin 10 speed chain
Pedals
No pedals
Wheels
Front Hub
Easton Havoc DH 20 mm
Rear Hub
Easton Havoc DH 157x12 mm , Syntace axle
Rims
Easton Havoc DH rim
Spokes
Easton Havoc DH
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 26 x 2.50 Folding bead
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM XO red with 200 mm rotor
Brake Levers
SRAM XO
Cockpit
Stem
Easton Havoc bolt on direct mount
Handlebar
Easton Havoc carbon DH bar 760 mm
Grips
Norco lock on grips
Headset
FSA #57E-1 1.5" to 1-1/8"" w / 1-1/8"" crown race and low 5.3 mm top cover"
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Team
Seatpost
Norco Lite two bolt seattpost 2014 alloy
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.34 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 355 mm | 355 mm | 355 mm |
| Front Center | 732 mm | 752 mm | 777 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 114 mm | 114 mm | 115 mm |
| Stack | 579 mm | 579 mm | 579 mm |
| Reach | 388 mm | 408 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 |
| Standover Height | 794 mm | 779 mm | 760 mm |
| Front Travel | 200 mm | 200 mm | 200 mm |
| Rear Travel | 200 mm | 200 mm | 200 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Aurum LE is part of the Norco Aurum model. Norco released 70 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Aurum bikes models from 2012, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Norco Aurum 2 2012 has a starting price of 3550$. Norco Aurum LE 2012 on the other hand is the most expensive at 7350$.
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
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Downhill bike is 3391$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Downhill bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 7350$. In conclusion, this bike price is 116.75% higher than the price of the average Downhill bike.
Downhill bikes average weight
The average weight for Downhill bikes is 15.89 kg (35.03 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
slightly lighter than average, Aurum LE has a weight of 15.77 kg (34.77 lbs). In short, the average Downhill bike weight is 0.76% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox model. The travel on this model is 200mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. 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 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. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Aurum LE model has 26″ aluminum wheels. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Aurum LE has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 3 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.