Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset microSHIFT Advent -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
NS AL6061-T6 custom formed and butted tubes, tapered integrated headtube, 135x10mm dropouts
Suspension Fork
NS Gravel+ JR AL6061-T6 fork, 1.5T, 10mm dropouts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Microshift RD-M619M, 9spd
Shift Levers
Microshift SB-490(S)
Cassette
Microshift 11-42t, 9spd
Crank
NS JR 150mm 34t
Bottom Bracket
FSA BSA square taper 68mm
Chain
KMC, 9spd
Pedals
NS Nylon JR
Wheels
Front Hub
KT 100x9mm QR
Rear Hub
KT 135x9mm QR
Rims
Shining A-250 26”, 24h
Spokes
Spokes w/14mm nipples
Tires
Kenda Kapture 26x1.5"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Aries (mech) 160mm w/ Microshift SB-490 short reach levers
Cockpit
Stem
RAG+ Stem 31.8 60mm, angle, - 8°
Handlebar
NS Flare JR 31.8, 360mm
Headset
GW integrated tapered IS42/52, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Octane OneRocker JR
Seatpost
Kalloy 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Rag JR belongs to the Ns Rag model. NS released 6 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Ns Rag bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
NS Rag JR 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1379$. On the other hand, NS Rag +1 2023, is the most expensive and costs 2441$.
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.
Average price for Road bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Road bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 365$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Road bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2023 and its price was 1379$. If we compare this with the average Road bike cost we notice that the price is 277.81% more expensive.
Average weight for Road bikes
Road bikes have an average weight of 11.29 kg (24.89 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
NS Rag JR it’s weighing 9.9 kg (21.83 lbs). At this weight, is considerably lighter than average. In other words, this model is 14.04% lighter than the average Road bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Rag JR bike is equipped with the 26″ aluminum model. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.