Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Frame summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 24" -
Groupset Altus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Lightweight aluminum low standover frame
Suspension Fork
MTB type long radius w/V-Brake mounts
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus RD M310SGS direct mount
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
Shimano Tourney TZ31 14-34T 7-Spd
Crank
Aluminum narrow-wide 28T 3-pc crankset - Black
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge bearing square taper BB
Pedals
Resin black Jr. flat pedal 9/16" w/bearing"
Wheels
Front Hub
KT 36H MTB hub w/ball bearing
Rear Hub
KT 36H MTB rear hub w/ball bearing
Rims
Aluminum 24" MTB"
Tires
24" x 1.95"" with MTB tread"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro alloy V-Brake with linear spring
Brake Levers
Tektro Jr. MTB alloy/resin front and rear levers w/reach adjust
Cockpit
Stem
Kalloy 35mm ext., 1-1/8" threadless MTB"
Handlebar
Jr. MTB aluminum 680mm wide x 30mm rise
Grips
Jr. MTB type, soft krayton rubber
Seat
Saddle
Norco Jr. MTB saddle with cutaway design
Seatpost
Aluminum with micro adjust top, 250mmx27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | N/A |
|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.34 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 270 mm |
| Front Center | 553 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm |
| Stack | 457 mm |
| Reach | 341 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 492 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 290 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 372 mm |
| Wheelbase | 921 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm |
| Standover Height | 507 mm |
| Wheels | 24" |
About this model
Storm 4.3 belongs to the Norco Storm model. 177 frames variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Storm frames models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Norco Storm 2.3 2017 is the cheapest frame model and costs 269$. Norco Storm 4.1 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 449$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Mountain frames average price
If you want an acceptable Mountain frame you should know that the average price is 514$. However, you could also get a good Mountain frame even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the frame and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 349$. Comparing the average cost of a Mountain frame to this one, you will see that Storm 4.3 price is 47.28% lower.
Storm 4.3 components
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Storm 4.3 comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.