Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Threshold X6 Double Butted Aluminum - Disc
Suspension Fork
Threshold Mid-Mod Full Carbon - TA Disc
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 RD-5800-SS 11spd - Black
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 FD-5800
Shift Levers
Shift Housing w/Sealed End Caps - Matte Black
Cassette
Shimano 105 CS-5800 11-28T 11 speed
Crank
Shimano FC-RS500 11spd - 46/36T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano HollowTech II
Chain
Shimano CN-HG600-11 11speed
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
N/A
Rear Hub
Alloy 10x135mm QR Disc 28h - Black
Rims
WTB SX19 Disc 28H - Black w/Orange
Tires
N/A
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes CX Expert Mech Disc w/160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano 105 ST-5800
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Norco - Black Stealth
Handlebar
Norco Compact - Black Stealth
Grips
Norco Anti-Slip Shockproof Gel - Black
Headset
N/A
Seat
Saddle
Norco Cross Race w/Chromo Rails - Black
Seatpost
Norco 27.2mm - Black Stealth
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 45cm | 48cm | 50cm | 53cm | 55.5cm | 58cm | 60.5cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.49 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 282.5 mm | 282.5 mm | 282.5 mm | 282.5 mm | 282.5 mm | 282.5 mm | 282.5 mm |
| Front Center | 576 mm | 585 mm | 589 mm | 593 mm | 601 mm | 613 mm | 626 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 77 mm | 77 mm | 75 mm | 67 mm | 63 mm | 61 mm | 60 mm |
| Stack | 517 mm | 527 mm | 538 mm | 556 mm | 573 mm | 593 mm | 613 mm |
| Reach | 366 mm | 371 mm | 376 mm | 383 mm | 393 mm | 402 mm | 411 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 499 mm | 511.5 mm | 524 mm | 541.5 mm | 559 mm | 576.5 mm | 594 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.75 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.25 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 455 mm | 480 mm | 505 mm | 530 mm | 555 mm | 580 mm | 605 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 72.25 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.75 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 165 mm | 185 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm |
| Wheelbase | 996 mm | 1004 mm | 1008 mm | 1012 mm | 1020 mm | 1033 mm | 1045 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Standover Height | 743 mm | 753 mm | 769 mm | 788 mm | 808 mm | 829 mm | 850 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Threshold A 105 is a Norco Threshold model. There are 58 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Norco Threshold bikes models from 2016, here.
Model range prices
Norco Threshold A Sora 2016 is the cheapest bike model and costs 875$. Norco Threshold SL Force CX1 2016 is the most expensive one and costs 5125$.
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.
Cyclocross bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Cyclocross bike that is reliable is 2012$. However, you could also get a good Cyclocross bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2016 for 1310$. Comparing this to the average Cyclocross bike price, we see that the price is 53.59% lower.
Threshold A 105 components
Fork material
Threshold A 105 has a carbon fork, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels
The wheels on Threshold A 105 are the 700c aluminum type. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Threshold A 105 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.