Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Norco VPS-3

Velopedia Archive ID 79758

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Norco
Model	VPS-3
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	79758
Original MSRP	$1,099.00
Colors	Orange/black
Sizes	Large, medium, small
Weight	29.5 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Fork	Rock Shox Indy C
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Grip Shift SRT-6.0
Front derailleur	Shimano STX-RC top-swing, clamp-on 35.0mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore LX SGS
Crankset	Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-LP26, 110mm spindle
BB shell width	73mm English
Rear cogs	8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
Chain	Sachs PC-41, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Victor

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano STX-RC V-Brake brakes, Tektro RBP-377A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Aheadset SE-1
Handlebar	Axiom riser
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Axiom Comp
Saddle	Selle Italia Nitrox
Seatpost	Axiom Comp

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano STX-RC
Rims	Sun Rims CR18, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.95" Panaracer Duster
Wheel size	26" wheels

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