Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Fork SunTour -
Groupset Acera, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
7005 series aluminum alloy
Suspension Fork
Suntour CR-750
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-M360 Acera
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-C051
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF50-7
Cassette
Shimano MF-TZ31 14-34T 7 speed
Crank
Shimano FC-M151 Tourney 48/38/28T
Bottom Bracket
CH-52 cartridge
Chain
KMC Z-51
Pedals
Resin body w/rubber inlay
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula OV-31FSE Silver
Rear Hub
Shimano SG-8R31 8 speed internal gear hub silver
Rims
DBM-1 double wall
Spokes
Stainless black w/brass nipples
Tires
Innova IA-2066 700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro 837AL-EN alloy black v-brake
Brake Levers
Shimano ST-EF50-7
Cockpit
Stem
Kalloy AL-822 adjustable
Handlebar
Kalloy HB-411 alloy w/30mm rise
Grips
Velo comfort
Headset
Semi-integrated w/water proof sealing
Seat
Saddle
Velo comfort
Seatpost
Alloy suspension post
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14.5" | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 290 mm | 290 mm | 290 mm | 290 mm | 290 mm |
| Front Center | 642 mm | 646 mm | mm | 659 mm | 667 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 581 mm | 596 mm | 611 mm | 631 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355 mm | 406 mm | 457 mm | 508 mm | 558 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 150 mm | 160 mm | 170 mm | 180 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 463 mm | 463 mm | 463 mm | 463 mm | 463 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1097 mm | 1099 mm | 1104 mm | 1113 mm | 1125 mm |
| Standover Height | 745 mm | 767 mm | 790 mm | 805 mm | 816 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
CORSA 3 is a Norco Corsa model. There are 18 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Corsa bikes models from 2009, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Norco CORSA 3 2009 is the cheapest bike model and costs 542$. Norco CORSA 1 2009 is the most expensive one and costs 757$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Cruiser bikes
If you want an acceptable Cruiser bike you should know that the average price is 332$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Cruiser bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Norco released this model in 2009, its price was 542$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that CORSA 3 price is 63.25% higher than the average cost of a Cruiser bike.
CORSA 3 components
Fork
Norco CORSA 3 2009 bike is equipped with the SunTour fork, and has mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
The wheels on CORSA 3 are the 700c aluminum type. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The CORSA 3 comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.