Norco Indie SS 2012
2012 Urban
Estimate price |
475$
Weight | 11.68 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Double butted 6061 single speed w/Disc mount
Suspension Fork
Chromoly straight blade fork
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
18T Freewheel
Crank
FSA CK-306 44T w/alloy guard
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB-7420ST Cartridge
Chain
KMC 410
Pedals
Alloy pedal - White
Wheels
Front Hub
Disc black w/nutted axle
Rear Hub
Disc black w/nutted axle
Rims
Double wall alloy black 32hole
Spokes
Black stainless w/brass nipples
Tires
Kenda K935 city 700 x 38c
Brakes
Brakes
Promax mechanical disc brakes
Brake Levers
Promax v-brake lever - Black
Cockpit
Stem
Norco - Black w/grey
Handlebar
Norco riser bar - Black w/grey
Grips
Norco Gradient dual density grip
Headset
FSA TH-848 semi-cartridge
Seat
Saddle
Norco Urban Stealth saddle
Seatpost
Norco - Black w/grey
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14.5" | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.33 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.43 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 294 mm | 294 mm | 294 mm | 294 mm | 294 mm |
| Front Center | 631 mm | 637 mm | 653 mm | 658 mm | 674 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 78 mm | 73 mm | 74 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Stack | 538 mm | 561 mm | 580 mm | 598 mm | 617 mm |
| Reach | 404 mm | 413 mm | 423 mm | 421 mm | 430 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 559 mm | 574 mm | 589 mm | 604 mm | 619 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 365 mm | 412 mm | 459 mm | 510 mm | 562 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1080 mm | 1086 mm | 1102 mm | 1107 mm | 1123 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 716 mm | 746 mm | 776 mm | 807 mm | 842 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Indie SS belongs to the Norco Indie model. Norco launched 88 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Indie bikes models from 2012, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Norco Indie 4 2012 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 439$. On the other hand, Norco Indie 1 2012, is the most expensive and costs 939$.
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.
Average price for General Urban bikes
If you want an acceptable General Urban bike you should know that the average price is 499$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Norco released this model in 2012, its price was 475$. Comparing this to the average General Urban bike price, we see that the price is 5.05% lower.
General Urban bikes average weight
The average weight for General Urban bikes is 13.11 kg (28.9 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Weighing 11.68 kg (25.75 lbs), the Indie SS model is considerably lighter than average. In conclusion, the average General Urban bike weighs 12.24% more than Indie SS.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Indie SS model has 700c aluminum wheels. 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 Indie SS comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.