Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCM
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Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Storm Alloy XC
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCM 27.5 100mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera RD-M390 9spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus 3spd
Shift Levers
Jagwire
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG20 11/34 9spd
Crank
Suntour XCM 44/32/22
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB
Chain
SRAM PG951 9spd
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Wellgo Resin Pedals
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM MTH-306
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH-306
Rims
Alex TD26 D/W
Tires
Impac Ridgepac 27.5 x 2.1 tires
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M395 Hydraulic 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore BL-M395
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Norco Alloy
Handlebar
Norco Alloy 15mm Riser 680mm
Grips
Norco Grip
Headset
FSA No. 10P w/15mm conical spacer - Black
Seat
Saddle
Norco XC Forma Saddle
Seatpost
Norco Alloy 31.6
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13" | 15" | 17" | 18.5" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.69 mm | 1.66 mm | 1.62 mm | 1.58 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm | 302 mm |
| Front Center | 612 mm | 624 mm | 642 mm | 662 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 42 mm | 41 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 89 mm | 85 mm | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Stack | 603 mm | 615 mm | 624 mm | 633 mm |
| Reach | 357 mm | 370 mm | 385 mm | 400 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 530 mm | 550 mm | 570 mm | 591 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.75 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.25 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1038 mm | 1051 mm | 1068 mm | 1090 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 742 mm | 735 mm | 743 mm | 751 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Storm 7.1 Forma belongs to the Norco Storm model. There are 177 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Norco Storm bikes models from 2014, here.
Model range prices
Norco Storm 6.3 Forma 2014 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 420$. Norco Storm 7.1 Forma 2014 on the other hand costs 685$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Norco released this model in 2014, its price was 685$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Storm 7.1 Forma price is 178.1% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Storm 7.1 Forma components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour XCM fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on Storm 7.1 Forma are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.