Norco JUBEI 2(AKA RONIN 2) 2009
2009 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,275$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Manitou
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Groupset X5, X3 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
New hydraform alloy downtube, S-bend stays and updated rear drop-outs
Suspension Fork
Manitou Drake 29er 100mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X5
Front Derailleur
SRAM X3
Shift Levers
SRAM X4
Cassette
SRAM PG-820 11-32
Crank
FSA CK-300TTT Dyna Drive
Bottom Bracket
FSA PowerDrive
Chain
KMC X-8
Pedals
Wellgo alloy body w/steel cage
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-M475
Rear Hub
Ritchey LB Plus
Rims
Sun Ringle Equilizer 27 green powder coat
Spokes
Black stainless w/brass nipples
Tires
WTB NanoRaptor
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 3 w/white hosing
Brake Levers
Avid Juicy 3
Cockpit
Stem
Ritchey OS 4-bolt
Handlebar
Flat Bar 660mm w/8 deg sweep anodized
Grips
Propalm black/white
Headset
Ritchey LB Plus
Seat
Saddle
WTB Pure V Race OE custom
Seatpost
Micro adjust 3D cold forged (green ano)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 17.5" | 20.5" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 302 mm | 302 mm | 302 mm |
| Front Center | 654 mm | 666 mm | 686 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 589 mm | 624 mm | 644 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 445 mm | 521 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 103 mm | 108 mm | 113 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1089 mm | 1102 mm | 1122 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Standover Height | 787 mm | 820 mm | 839 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
JUBEI 2(AKA RONIN 2) is part of the Norco Jubei model. There are 10 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Jubei bikes models from 2009, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Norco JUBEI 2(AKA RONIN 2) 2009 has a starting price of 1275$. Norco JUBEI 1(AKA RONIN 1) 2009 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1950$.
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 to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1275$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that JUBEI 2(AKA RONIN 2) price is 49.41% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The JUBEI 2(AKA RONIN 2) comes factory-installed with the Manitou fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the JUBEI 2(AKA RONIN 2) bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The JUBEI 2(AKA RONIN 2) comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.