Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Alfine -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Indie City Butted Al w/Sliding Chainstay Disc
Suspension Fork
Norco X-Over Alloy Straight Blade - Disc
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shift housing - Black
Cassette
Shimano Alfine CS-S500 18T
Crank
Shimano Alfine FC-S400 39T - Black
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-ES25 Octalink
Chain
KMC Z610H
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Alloy City - Black
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano Deore HB-M615 - Black
Rear Hub
Shimano Alfine SG-S501 32h - Black
Rims
WTB SX17 700c - Black
Tires
Vittoria Randonneur 37c - Black w/Reflective
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BL-M505 Hydraulic - Black
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore BL-M505
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Norco - Black w/Red
Handlebar
Norco 25mm Riser - Black w/Red
Grips
Dual density grip
Headset
FSA ZS-4D ACB Cartridge Semi-Integrated
Seat
Saddle
Norco Urban w/Reflective
Seatpost
Norco Alloy 31.6mm - Black w/Red
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13" | 14.5" | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 289 mm | 289 mm | 289 mm | 289 mm | 289 mm | 289 mm |
| Front Center | 599 mm | 611 mm | 622 mm | 632 mm | 647 mm | 656 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 84 mm | 79 mm | 76 mm | 74 mm | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Stack | 537 mm | 558 mm | 579 mm | 600 mm | 619 mm | 640 mm |
| Reach | 369 mm | 378 mm | 386 mm | 395 mm | 403 mm | 411 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 513 mm | 533 mm | 553 mm | 573 mm | 593 mm | 613 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 365 mm | 412 mm | 459 mm | 510 mm | 562 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 135 mm | 155 mm | 175 mm | 195 mm | 215 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1039 mm | 1051 mm | 1062 mm | 1072 mm | 1087 mm | 1096 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 709 mm | 729 mm | 756 mm | 783 mm | 814 mm | 847 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Indie IGH A-8 is a Norco Indie model. Norco launched 88 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Norco Indie bikes models from 2014, here.
Model range prices
Norco Indie 4 2014 is the cheapest bike model and costs 499$. Norco Indie Drop Alfine 11 Di2 2014 is the most expensive one and costs 2300$.
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.
Average price for General Urban bikes
If you want an acceptable General Urban bike you should know that the average price is 499$. However, even though the average price of a General Urban bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Norco Indie IGH A-8 price was 1070$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Indie IGH A-8 price is 114.43% more expensive than the average cost of a General Urban bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Indie IGH A-8 bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. 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 Indie IGH A-8 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.