VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Norco Team Issue

Velopedia Archive ID 69951

Overview

Model year1997
BrandNorco
ModelTeam Issue
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID69951
Original MSRP$2,449.99
ColorsSilver
Sizes15", 17", 18.5", 20", 22"
Weight24.6 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialReynolds 853
ForkMarzocchi Bomber Z-2
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR/XT
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray
Front derailleurShimano XTR top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano XTR SGS
CranksetRace Face, 22/34/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN72, 107 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainSachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsExus EM1 clipless

Brakes

BrakesMagura Hydraulic HS22 brakes, Magura Hydrostop levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tange
HandlebarTitec 118 titanium
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAxiom Pro
SaddleNorco Team
SeatpostTitec AL-235, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano Deore XT suspension, Rear: Shimano Deore XT
RimsMavic 221, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 1.8mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Panaracer Duster II
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube564 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1064 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.