Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 12" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Norco 12" Coaster, Lightweight/Low Standover Height, Aluminum, 3/8"x110mm Dropouts
Suspension Fork
Norco Steel Kids Fork, 5/16"x85mm Nutted Axle
Drivetrain
Cassette
16T Sprocket
Crank
3-Piece Aluminum, 92mm, Narrow/Wide Chainring 28T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB, Square Taper
Chain
KMC Z410A, Single Speed
Pedals
Jr. BMX style black resin
Wheels
Front Hub
Steel hub w/ball bearing
Rear Hub
Falcon coaster brake w/16T sprocket
Rims
Aluminum, 16 Hole, MTB
Tires
12x2-1/4" air tire with semi smooth tread
Cockpit
Stem
Kalloy 35mm ext. 1-1/8" threadless MTB
Handlebar
Jr. MTB aluminum 460mm wide x 50mm rise
Grips
Jr. MTB Type, Soft Rubber, 95mm Wide
Headset
Threadless 1-1/8" ball bearing type
Seat
Saddle
Norco Jr. saddle w/ cutaway
Seatpost
Aluminum, Micro Adjust Top, 150mm Long, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Blaster 12 is a Norco Blaster model. There are 12 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Blaster bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Norco Blaster 12 Coaster 2018 has a starting price of 189$. Norco Blaster 14 2018 on the other hand is the most expensive at 249$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Youth bikes
If you want an acceptable Youth bike you should know that the average price is 278$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Youth bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Norco released this model in 2018, its price was 199$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Blaster 12 price is 39.7% smaller than the average cost of a Youth bike.
Blaster 12 components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Norco Blaster 12 2018, has a 12″ aluminum model. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Coaster brakes. These brakes are pretty efficient, and they’re not so pricey. However, they have flaws, especially if the chain falls off.