Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Storm Alloy XC Frame w/Formed Tubing
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCT-V4 w/100mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus RD-M310 black
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus FD-M190
Shift Levers
Shift housing - black
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG31-8speed 11-32T cassette
Crank
Shimano Altus FC-M171 42/34/24T - Black
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB
Chain
KMC Z-72
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Black Resin
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy disc hub - Black
Rear Hub
Alloy cassette disc hub - Black
Rims
Double wall alloy - Black
Tires
MTB 26" x 1.95"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Novela Mechanical Disc Brakes 160 rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro MT2.0 alloy
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy 7degree - Black
Handlebar
Norco 25mm riser - Black
Grips
Norco MTB comfort trail grip
Headset
FSA No. 10P w/15mm conical spacer - Black
Seat
Saddle
Norco Sport Saddle
Seatpost
Kalloy SP-242 alloy with micro adjust - Black 31.6
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.7 mm | 1.67 mm | 1.65 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 302 mm | 302 mm | 302 mm | 307 mm | 307 mm | 307 mm | 307 mm |
| Front Center | 608 mm | 623 mm | 638 mm | 660 mm | 674 mm | 694 mm | 709 mm |
| Rake | 40 mm | 40 mm | 41 mm | 40 mm | 41 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Trail | 82 mm | 82 mm | 81 mm | 82 mm | 81 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Stack | 603 mm | 612 mm | 622 mm | 626 mm | 635 mm | 645 mm | 654 mm |
| Reach | 355 mm | 366 mm | 377 mm | 396 mm | 407 mm | 424 mm | 435 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 528 mm | 548 mm | 568 mm | 588 mm | 608 mm | 628 mm | 648 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 546 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 150 mm | 160 mm | 170 mm | 180 mm | 190 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1034 mm | 1049 mm | 1064 mm | 1086 mm | 1101 mm | 1121 mm | 1135 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm | 28 mm | 28 mm | 28 mm | 28 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
About this model
Storm 6.1 is a Norco Storm model. 177 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2013 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Norco Storm 6.2 2013 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 419$. On the other hand, Norco Storm 9.1 2013, is the most expensive and costs 536$.
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$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2013 and its price was 505$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Storm 6.1 price is 277.23% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Storm 6.1 components
Fork
Norco Storm 6.1 2013 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCT fork, and has 100mm travel. 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
As for the wheels, Norco Storm 6.1 2013, has a 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!