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1997 Norco Bush Pilot

Velopedia Archive ID 66967

Overview

Model year1997
BrandNorco
ModelBush Pilot
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID66967
Original MSRP$309.99
ColorsBurgundy, matte red, silver/grey
Sizes15", 16", 18", 20", 22", womens 17", womens 19"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly/hi-tensile steel
ForkSpinner
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurShimano Tourney TY-22 top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetSugino, 28/36/46 teeth
Bottom bracketYST BB 969, 122.5 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-893

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Tektro RBP-371A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Chin Haur CH71-2
HandlebarHsin Lung steel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung steel
SaddleVelo VL-578
SeatpostHsin Lung SP-232, 26.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Formula OV 31, Rear: Formula aluminum, Q/R
RimsAlex VP-18F, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Kenda
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube564 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1064 mm
Fork offset / rake39 mm

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