Norco Wolverine 2011
2011 Mountain
Estimate price |
776$
Weight | 16.05 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork Marzocchi
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Groupset Alivio, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Norco trail design 6061 aluminum hardtail with hydroform downtube , custom top tube shape, oversize chainstays and disc brake gusset
Suspension Fork
Marzocchi DJ3 120mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio 8spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus 3spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio 3spd
Cassette
Shimano HG-30 cassette 11-30T 8 sp
Crank
FSA Step Up 22/32 w/guard
Bottom Bracket
FSA ISIS BB
Chain
KMC Z72 8 speed
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Norco alloy flat pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Norco Alloy Disc
Rear Hub
Norco Alloy Disc Cassette 8spd
Rims
Norco Alloy 32H double wall disc BX-32
Spokes
Stainless Steel w/brass nipples
Tires
Kenda Kinetic 26X2.35
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Novello mechanical disc brake with 160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro Alloy
Cockpit
Stem
Norco alloy 60mm with 4 bolt bar clamp
Handlebar
Norco 740 mm width , 25 mm rise alloy bar with oversize 31.8mm clamp
Grips
Krayton with alloy lock ons
Headset
1 1/8" Threadless CH-2810"
Seat
Saddle
Norco custom design MTB trail saddle
Seatpost
Norco alloy 2 bolt seatpost
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 12.5" | 15" | 17" | 18.5" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 639 mm | 652 mm | 668 mm | 683 mm | 700 | 716 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 545 mm | 558 mm | 573 mm | 588 mm | 603 mm | 618 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 318 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1071 mm | 1084 mm | 1099 mm | 1115 mm | 1132 mm | 1148 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm |
| Standover Height | 740 mm | 756 mm | 776 mm | 794 mm | 819 mm | 849 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
Wolverine belongs to the Norco Wolverine model. Norco launched 7 bikes of this model so far.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Norco Wolverine price was 776$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Wolverine price is 255.93% lower than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Trail bikes average weight
The average weight for Trail bikes is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 16.05 kg (35.38 lbs), Norco bike is much heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 23.65% heavier than the average weight of Trail bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The Marzocchi is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 120mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Norco Wolverine 2011, 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Wolverine comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.