VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Norco Magnum

Velopedia Archive ID 53992

Overview

Model year1996
BrandNorco
ModelMagnum
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID53992
Original MSRP$649.00
ColorsSilver
Sizes15", 17", 18.5", 20", 22"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly, double-butted
ForkRST 171B
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400
Front derailleurShimano AceraX, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGS
CranksetCPI 355 alloy, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketChin Haur CH-46, 108 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC SS-70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-893 w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesTektro brakes, Tektro 371A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Chin Haur
HandlebarAxiom 6061
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAxiom 6061
SaddleVelo VL-252
SeatpostKalloy alloy, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsSun Metal AT18, 32-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.00" Panaracer Dart, Rear: 26 x 2.00" Panaracer Smoke
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565.1 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1066.8 mm
Fork offset / rake43.2 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 2, 2026.