Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 75mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Strategically shaped al tubing, square to round tapered mainframe, disc mount
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCT-75, 75mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano TX-51, direct mount
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-C050, 31.8
Shift Levers
Shimano EF-50
Cassette
Shimano HG 30, 7 speed, 11-28, Cassette
Chain
KMC Z-72
Pedals
Wellgo LU-P9 DX, resin
Wheels
Front Hub
KT disc, 36 hole
Rear Hub
KT disc, 7spd cassette, 36 hole
Rims
Weinmann double wall, 36 hole
Spokes
UCP black 2.0
Tires
Vee Rubber, 2.35
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes MX-4, mech, 6" rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano EF-50
Cockpit
Stem
Short reach alloy
Handlebar
MTB riser, 30mm, 25.4mm
Grips
Norco 130mm Krayton
Headset
CH-281, threadless
Seat
Saddle
Norco Adventure X custom
Seatpost
Norco alloy micro adjust 2 bolt, 27.2, 300mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 12.5" | 15" | 17" | 18.5" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 303 mm | 303 mm | 303 mm | 303 mm | 303 mm | 303 mm |
| Front Center | 625 mm | 629 mm | 645 mm | 655 mm | 665 mm | 675 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 543 mm | 558 mm | 573 mm | 588 mm | 603 mm | 618 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 318 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1055 mm | 1060 mm | 1075 mm | 1085 mm | 1096 mm | 1105 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Standover Height | 717 mm | 734 mm | 755 mm | 775 mm | 798 mm | 828 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
KATMANDU completes the Norco Katmandu model. Norco launched 7 bikes of this model so far.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2008 for 479$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 297.7% lower.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour XCT fork installed. The fork’s travel is 75mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth 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 KATMANDU are the 26″ aluminum type. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!