Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Gold RL
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Charger 27.5" DB Alloy XC Frame
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Recon Gold TK 100mm/15mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT 10spd Shadow
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore 2spd
Shift Levers
Jagwire
Cassette
Shimano Deore HG50 11-36T 10spd
Crank
Shimano Deore FC-617 36/22
Bottom Bracket
Shimano GXP
Chain
KMC X10 10spd
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Wellgo Alloy Pedals
Wheels
Front Hub
Norco Alloy 15mm
Rear Hub
Shimano Deore FHM475 10spd
Rims
Alex MD19 DW 27.5"
Tires
N/A
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M445 Hydraulic 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore M445
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Norco Alloy 70mm
Handlebar
Norco Lite DB 15mm 720mm
Grips
Norco Grip
Headset
Feimin Sealed Internal H/S
Seat
Saddle
Norco XC Saddle
Seatpost
Norco Alloy 31.6/400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.68 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.37 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm | 302 mm | 302 mm | 302 mm |
| Front Center | 609 mm | 626 mm | 650 | 674 mm | 697 mm | 720 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 93 mm | 90 mm | 88 mm | 85 mm | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Stack | 582 mm | 582 mm | 593 mm | 603 mm | 614 mm | 624 mm |
| Reach | 347 mm | 367 mm | 389 mm | 411 mm | 433 mm | 455 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 516 mm | 541 mm | 571 mm | 601 mm | 631 mm | 661 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.2 ° | 72.8 ° | 72.4 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 340 mm | 390 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69.25 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.75 ° | 70 ° | 70.25 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1028 mm | 1047 mm | 1070 mm | 1096 mm | 1119 mm | 1141 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 697 mm | 708 mm | 755 mm | 765 mm | 776 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
Charger 7.1 completes the Norco Charger model. Norco launched 83 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2016, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Norco Charger 7.3 2016 has a starting price of 895$. Norco Charger 7.0 2016 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1800$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2016 for 1380$. In conclusion, this bike price is 38.04% lower than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Recon Gold RL model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
The wheels on Charger 7.1 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.