VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1995 Norco Nitro

Velopedia Archive ID 32539

Overview

Model year1995
BrandNorco
ModelNitro
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID32539
Original MSRP$849.00
ColorsRed
Sizes15", 17", 18.5", 20", 22"
Weight24.75 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialTange Prestige chromoly
ForkKinesis USA
Fork materialAluminum, bonded, unicrown crown

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT / LX
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire Plus
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX Compact Drive, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT
CranksetSugino Impel 350, 20/32/42 teeth
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsTioga Surefoot VI w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Alivio brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Tioga
HandlebarAxiom 6061
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAxiom 6061
SaddleVetta TT Tri-Shock
SeatpostAxiom 6061, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Deore LX
RimsBontrager BCX-3
SpokesDT stainless steel
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Tioga Psycho II
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube564 mm
Head-tube angle71.75°
Seat-tube angle73.25°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1058 mm
Fork offset / rake39 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 25, 2026.