Norco FLUID LT 1 2009
2009 Mountain
Estimate price |
6,225$
Weight | 14.1 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 158mm -
Fork RockShox
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Groupset X0, XT -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hydraform main frame tubing, low standover, 137mm-158mm travel, 135 x 10mm dropout
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Lyric 2 step, 160mm travel, 20 mm axle, 1-1/8” alloy steer tube
Rear Shock
Fox DHX-Air 5
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-0, 9 speed, long cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT 31.8
Shift Levers
SRAM X-0 trigger, 9 speed front and rear
Cassette
SRAM PG-990, 9 speed, 11-34T
Crank
Truvativ Stylo OCT, 44/32/22T
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ Stylo
Chain
KMC EX-9 Superlight chrome
Pedals
Crank Bros Candy C
Wheels
Front Hub
Industry 9, 20mm axle, sealed bearings, orange
Rear Hub
Industry 9, 135 x 10mm, 9 spd, sealed bearings, orange
Rims
DT Swiss EX-5.10
Spokes
Industry 9 alloy, orange
Tires
Kenda Nevegal 26 x 2.35, kevlar
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixer CR, 7” rotor
Brake Levers
Avid Elixer carbon
Cockpit
Stem
Thomson X4 alloy, 31.8mm, O deg
Handlebar
Sunline V1 Alloy, 31.8mm
Grips
Pro Palm lock on grip
Headset
Crank Bros Direct Set 1-1/8”
Seat
Saddle
WTB Devo with Nicro tubular rail, synthetic leather
Seatpost
Thomson
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 355 mm | 355 mm | 355 mm | 355 mm | 355 mm |
| Front Center | 667 mm | 681 mm | 702 mm | 718 mm | 734 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 544 mm | 564 mm | 584 mm | 604 mm | 619 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.5 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1098 mm | 1112 mm | 1133 mm | 1149 mm | 1165 mm |
| Standover Height | 744 mm | 733 mm | 748 mm | 768 mm | 792 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
FLUID LT 1 is part of the Norco Fluid model. 60 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Fluid bikes models from 2009, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Norco FLUID FOUR 2009 has a starting price of 1699$. Norco FLUID LT 1 2009 on the other hand is the most expensive at 6225$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3599$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 6225$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 72.96% more expensive.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
Enduro bikes weigh an average of 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
slightly lighter than average, FLUID LT 1 has a weight of 14.1 kg (31.09 lbs). In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 1.21% more than FLUID LT 1.
Overview of components
Fork
Norco FLUID LT 1 2009 bike is equipped with the RockShox fork, and has 160mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Fox DHX-Air 5, with a travel distance of 158mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
The FLUID LT 1 2009 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The FLUID LT 1 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.