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 Altus, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Strategically shaped al tubing, semi-integrated headset, disc tabs
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCT-75, 75mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 7 speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-C050, 31.8
Shift Levers
Shimano EF-50
Cassette
Shimano TZ-07, 7 speed, 14-28, thread on
Chain
KMC HG-50
Pedals
Wellgo LU-207, resin
Wheels
Front Hub
KT disc, 32 hole
Rear Hub
KT disc, 32 hole
Rims
Weinmann double wall, 32 hole
Spokes
Stainless 2.0
Tires
Vee Rubber, 2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes MX-4, mechanical, 6" rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano EF-50
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy threadless
Handlebar
MTB-153, 30mm rise, 6 degree back sweep
Grips
Norco 130mm Krayton
Headset
Semi-integrated CH-918
Seat
Saddle
Norco Adventure custom
Seatpost
Norco alloy micro adjust, 27.2, 300mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 12.5" | 15" | 17" | 18.5" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm |
| Front Center | 624 mm | 630 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 | 110 mm | 125 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm | 155 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1055 mm | 1060 mm | 1076 mm | 1086 mm | 1096 mm | 1106 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 735 mm | 756 mm | 775 mm | 796 mm | 828 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
SCRAMBLER is a Norco Scrambler model. Norco released 4 bikes variations 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$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Norco released this model in 2008, its price was 459$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 315.03% smaller.
SCRAMBLER components
Fork
The SunTour XCT is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 75mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the SCRAMBLER model has 26″ aluminum wheels. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Norco SCRAMBLER is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.