Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2001 Norco VPS Launch

Velopedia Archive ID 90924

Overview

Model year	2001
Brand	Norco
Model	VPS Launch
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	90924
Original MSRP	$2,365.00
Colors	Green
Sizes	Large, medium, small
Weight	33 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	Monocoque
Frame material	6061 T6 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger
Fork	Marzocchi Bomber Z-1 QR 20, 5.0" travel
Fork material	Aluminum, double triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	Fox Float R, 5.5" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	SRAM Rocket
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore XT, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore XT GS
Crankset	Race Face Prodigy, 22/32/Bash Guard teeth
Bottom bracket	Race Face Spline
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Axiom Flats

Brakes

Brakes	Grimeca System 8 brakes, Grimeca System 8 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST
Handlebar	FUNN Full On
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	FUNN Honcho flip flop
Saddle	Norco North Shore
Seatpost	Axiom, 30.0mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Formula disc
Rims	Vuelta Excalibur, 32-hole
Spokes	DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 2.40" WTB MotoRaptor DNA
Wheel size	26" wheels

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