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1998 Norco Alteres

Velopedia Archive ID 77145

Overview

Model year1998
BrandNorco
ModelAlteres
Bicycle typeTouring
Archive ID77145
Original MSRP$599.00
ColorsRadiant Moss
Sizes16", 18", 20", 22"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkNorco
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupTouring Mix
ShiftersShimano RSX STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano RSX top-swing, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano RSX, 26/36/46 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs PC-41, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor 893

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus CT-90 brakes, Shimano RSX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" sealed
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum, adjustable
SaddleSelle Italia Nitrox
SeatpostPolygon, micro-adjust

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Alivio
RimsAraya TX-350, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 35c Kenda
Wheel size700c wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.