VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Norco Charger

Velopedia Archive ID 88001

Overview

Model year1999
BrandNorco
ModelCharger
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID88001
Original MSRP$599.00
ColorsBlack
Sizes15", 17", 18.5", 20", 22"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum, double-butted
ForkAnswer Manitou Spyder, 2.75" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersShimano Alivio RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP27, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-108

Brakes

BrakesAvid 1D-10 brakes, Shimano Alivio levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Tech SBN
HandlebarAxiom riser
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemJD Comp JD-349
SaddleSelle Italia XO
SeatpostJD Components 495, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Alivio
RimsSun Rims ZJ-18, 32-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Panaracer Fire XC
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube590 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1064 mm

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