Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 24" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox
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Groupset Deore, Alivio -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alloy frame double butted main frame tubing, S-bend stays and semi integrated headtube
Suspension Fork
RockShox Dart 2 with Turnkey lockout, 100 mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-M531, 9 speed, long cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio FD-M412 31.8
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio SL-M-410, 8 speed rapid-fire
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG30, 8 speed, 11-32T
Crank
Shimano Alivio FC-M410 42/32/22T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano ES-25
Chain
KMC Z-72
Pedals
Shimano PD-M505, black, clipless
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano M-475 QR alloy
Rear Hub
Shimano M-475 QR alloy QR cassette hub
Rims
WTB SX-24 double wall alloy MTB 32 hole
Spokes
Stainless black 2.0
Tires
Continental Speed King 26 x 2.10
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 3, 6” rotor
Brake Levers
Avid Juicy
Cockpit
Stem
Ritchey 4 bolt 6 degree, alloy, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Ritchey Mtn Riser alloy, 20 mm rise
Grips
WTB DC Trail grip dual compound
Headset
CH-918 semi integrated
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Comp
Seatpost
Ritchey alloy single bolt 27.2
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 12.5" | 15" | 17" | 18.5" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 621 mm | 627 mm | 642 mm | 652 mm | 667 mm | 681 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 543 mm | 558 mm | 573 mm | 588 mm | 608 mm | 628 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 | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1047 mm | 1053 mm | 1069 mm | 1079 mm | 1093 mm | 1108 mm |
| Standover Height | 729 mm | 750 mm | 770 mm | 789 mm | 809 mm | 839 mm |
| Wheels | 24" | 24" | 24" | 24" | 24" | 24" |
About this model
STORM is a Norco Storm model. Norco launched 177 bikes of this model so far.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Mountain bikes
If you want an acceptable Mountain bike you should know that the average price is 616$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Mountain bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 945$. Comparing the average cost of a Mountain bike to this one, you will see that STORM price is 53.41% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork
The STORM comes factory-installed with the RockShox 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
As for the wheels, Norco STORM 2009, has a 24″ aluminum model. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Norco STORM is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.