Norco Malahat W 2012
2012 Urban
Estimate price |
399$
Weight | 14.86 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Fork SunTour -
Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
7005 alloy w/comfort stays & internal cables
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour M-3010 suspension fork
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney RD-TX55
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney FD-TX51
Shift Levers
Shimano Easy-Fire 51 21speed - Silver
Cassette
Shimano MF-TZ31 Megarange 14-34T 7speed
Crank
Shimano Altus FC-M131C 48/38/28T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB
Chain
KMC Z-50
Pedals
Resin Comfort pedal w/Kraton grip
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula alloy hub - Silver
Rear Hub
Formula alloy freewheel hub - Silver
Rims
Alloy rims w/CNC sidewalls 32h - Silver
Spokes
UCP spokes
Tires
Comfort 700 x 35c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro 837AL-EN V-Brakes
Brake Levers
Shimano Altus Easy-Fire 51 w/4-finger levers
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy adjustable stem - Silver
Handlebar
Steel comfort high riser bar - Silver
Grips
Ergonomic w/Norco logo bar plug
Headset
Alloy threaded sealed bearing - Black
Seat
Saddle
Norco City Comfort saddle
Seatpost
Alloy suspension seatpost - Silver
About this model
Malahat W is a Norco Malahat model. Norco released 22 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Norco Malahat bikes models from 2012, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Norco Malahat W 2012 has a starting price of 399$. Norco Malahat 2012 on the other hand is the most expensive at 399$.
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.
Hybrid bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Hybrid bike is 562$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Hybrid bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2012 and its price was 399$. Comparing the average cost of a Hybrid bike to this one, you will see that Malahat W price is 40.85% lower.
Hybrid bikes average weight
Hybrid bikes weigh an average of 13.85 kg (30.53 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
a bit heavier than average, Malahat W has a weight of 14.86 kg (32.76 lbs). In conclusion, the average Hybrid bike weighs 7.29% less than Malahat W.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Malahat W components
Fork
The Malahat W comes factory-installed with the SunTour fork. This has a travel range of mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
The Malahat W 2012 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Malahat W has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.