Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 24" -
Groupset Tourney -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 6 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 ALLOY FRAME
Suspension Fork
ALLOY RIGID 1-1/8 STEER TUBE
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO TY 21
Front Derailleur
SHIMANO TZ 30
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
SHIMANO TZ 20 14-28 6 SPEED
Crank
PROWHEEL 42/34 152MM
Bottom Bracket
CH 32
Chain
N/A
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
VP ALLOY 9/16
Wheels
Front Hub
FORMULA ALLOY 36 HOLE NUTTED
Rear Hub
FORMULA ALLOY 36 HOLE NUTTED
Rims
ALLOY SINGLE WALL 32 HOLE 24"
Tires
KENDA 24 X 1.95
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO V-BRAKES
Brake Levers
TEKTRO ALLOY W/ADJUSTER
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
ALLOY 60MM 15 DEG RISE
Handlebar
N/A
Grips
VELO KRATON
Headset
N/A
Seat
Saddle
VELO CUSTOM
Seatpost
ALLOY 250MM 27.2
About this model
City Glide is a Norco City model. Norco released 36 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2014 of this model, by clicking this link.
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.
Commuter bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Commuter bike is 762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Commuter bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
City Glide components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the City Glide model has 24″ aluminum wheels. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The City Glide comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.