NS Metropolis 3 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
899$
Weight | 13.88 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RST
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Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
NS Bikes 4130 chromoly / Hi-Ten tubes, tapered integrated headtube, 135x10mm
Suspension Fork
Rst Dirt T, 100mm travel, 9mm axle, 1&1/8” steerer tube
Rear Shock
/
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
None
Front Derailleur
None
Shift Levers
/
Cassette
/
Crank
Salt by WTP tubular cromoly 25T
Bottom Bracket
Salt by WTP, 68mm BSA threaded
Chain
PYC P510H, 1spd
Chain Guide
None
Pedals
/
Wheels
Front Hub
NS 100x9mm bolt-on
Rear Hub
NS, 9mm bolt-on front, 135x10mm bolt-on rear
Rims
Jalco DBX 26”, NS Fundamental 26”, 32h
Spokes
Spokes w/14mm nipples
Tires
Kenda Small Block 8 26x2.1"
Brakes
Brake Levers
Tektro
Cockpit
Stem
NS Chemical 25.4
Handlebar
NS Lick, 740mm
Grips
NS Hold Fast Unlocked
Headset
GW integrated tapered IS42/IS52, sealed bearings
Seat
Saddle
Octane One fat seat-post combo
Seatpost
Octane One fat seat-post combo
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | One Size |
|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 328 mm |
| Front Center | 647 mm |
| Rake | 31 mm |
| Trail | 98 mm |
| Stack | 554 mm |
| Reach | 399 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 581 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 326 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° |
| Chainstay Length | 375 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1022 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 15 mm |
| Standover Height | 715 mm |
| Wheels | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 120 cm |
About this model
Metropolis 3 is part of the Ns Metropolis model. NS released 18 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
NS Metropolis 3 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 899$. On the other hand, NS Metropolis 1 2021, is the most expensive and costs 1399$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Dirt Jump bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Dirt Jump bike is 863$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Dirt Jump bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When NS released this model in 2021, its price was 899$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Metropolis 3 price is 4.17% more expensive than the average cost of a Dirt Jump bike.
Average weight for Dirt Jump bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Dirt Jump bike is 12.37 kg (27.27 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
NS Metropolis 3 it’s weighing 13.88 kg (30.6 lbs). At this weight, is considerably heavier than average. In other words, this model is 12.21% heavier than the average Dirt Jump bike.
Metropolis 3 components
Fork
The Metropolis 3 comes factory-installed with the RST fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. 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 size
As for the wheels, NS Metropolis 3 2021, 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. NS Metropolis 3 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.