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 30 Silver TK
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Groupset X5, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Charger 6061 Alloy XC W/Formed Tubing
Suspension Fork
RockShox XC 30 TK 100mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X5 10spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shift Levers
Jagwire
Cassette
SRAM PG1030 11/36
Crank
FSA Gamma Drive 42/32/24
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega Exo
Chain
SRAM PG1031 10spd
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Wellgo Alloy Pedals
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM MTH-406
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH-406
Rims
Alex TD26 D/W
Tires
Schwalbe Rapid Rob 27.5" x 2.25 tires "
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M445 Hydraulic 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore M445
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Norco Alloy
Handlebar
Norco Alloy 15mm Riser 680mm
Grips
Norco Grip
Headset
FSA No. 10 w/16mm conical spacer
Seat
Saddle
Norco XC Forma Saddle
Seatpost
Norco Alloy 31.6
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13" | 13" | 15" | 15" | 17" | 17" | 18.5" | 18.5" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.65 mm | 1.65 mm | 1.61 mm | 1.61 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.53 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm | 302 mm | 302 mm |
| Front Center | 608.4 mm | 608.4 mm | 622.9 mm | 622.9 mm | 641.6 mm | 641.6 mm | 661.6 mm | 661.6 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 88 mm | 88 mm | 85 mm | 85 mm | 85 mm | 85 mm | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Stack | 590.9 mm | 590.9 mm | 602.5 mm | 602.5 mm | 611.8 mm | 611.8 mm | 620.9 mm | 620.9 mm |
| Reach | 358 mm | 358 mm | 373.8 mm | 373.8 mm | 389.2 mm | 389.2 mm | 404.5 mm | 404.5 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 528 mm | 528 mm | 550 mm | 550 mm | 571 mm | 571 mm | 592 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.75 ° | 73.75 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.25 ° | 73.25 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 330 mm | 381 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1035 mm | 1035 mm | 1050 mm | 1050 mm | 1068 mm | 1068 mm | 1089 mm | 1089 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 737 mm | 737 mm | 728 mm | 728 mm | 735 mm | 735 mm | 745 mm | 745 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Charger 7.2 Forma is part of the Norco Charger model. There are 83 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2014 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Norco Charger 20 2014 has a starting price of 549$. Norco Charger 7.1 2014 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1375$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Norco released this model in 2014, its price was 1045$. In conclusion, this bike price is 82.3% smaller than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Charger 7.2 Forma components
Fork
The Charger 7.2 Forma comes factory-installed with the RockShox 30 Silver TK fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The wheels on Charger 7.2 Forma are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Charger 7.2 Forma 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.