Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 12" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Norco 12" Coaster, Lightweight/Low Standover Height, Aluminum, 3/8"x110mm Dropouts
Suspension Fork
Norco Steel Kids Fork, 5/16"x85mm Nutted Axle
Drivetrain
Cassette
16T Sprocket
Crank
3-Piece Aluminum, 92mm, Narrow/Wide Chainring 28T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB, Square Taper
Chain
KMC Z410A, Single Speed
Pedals
Jr. BMX style black resin
Wheels
Front Hub
Steel hub w/ball bearing
Rear Hub
Falcon coaster brake w/16T sprocket
Rims
Aluminum, 16 Hole, MTB
Tires
12x2-1/4" air tire with semi smooth tread
Cockpit
Stem
Kalloy 35mm ext. 1-1/8" threadless MTB
Handlebar
Jr. MTB aluminum 460mm wide x 50mm rise
Grips
Jr. MTB Type, Soft Rubber, 95mm Wide
Headset
Threadless 1-1/8" ball bearing type
Seat
Saddle
Norco Jr. saddle w/ cutaway
Seatpost
Aluminum, Micro Adjust Top, 150mm Long, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Sparkle 12 is a Norco Sparkle model. Norco launched 16 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Sparkle bikes models from 2019, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Norco Sparkle 12 2019 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 199$. Norco Sparkle 14 2019 on the other hand costs 249$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Youth bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Youth bike is 278$. However, you could also get a good Youth bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Norco released this model in 2019, its price was 199$. Comparing this to the average Youth bike price, we see that the price is 39.7% lower.
Overview of components
Fork material
Sparkle 12 has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
The wheels on Sparkle 12 are the 12″ aluminum type. The 12″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Sparkle 12 has Coaster brakes installed. These brakes are pretty efficient, and they’re not so pricey. However, if your chain falls off or snaps, your coaster brakes won’t function anymore.