Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
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
Norco VFR, Aluminum, 9x135mm QR Dropouts
Suspension Fork
Hi-Tensile Steel Fork, 9x100mm QR, 45mm Offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney RD-TY500, SGS, 7 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney FD-TY510, 3 Speed
Shift Levers
Rear: Shimano ST-EF500, Easy-Fire, 7 Speed, Front: Shimano ST-EF500, Easy-Fire, 3 Speed
Cassette
Shimano Tourney CS-HG200, 12-32T, 7 Speed
Crank
Shimano FC-TY301, 170mm (XS/S) | 175mm (M/L/XL), 48/38/28T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB, Threaded BSA 68mm
Chain
KMC Z50, 7 Speed
Pedals
City - Black
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Sealed Hub 32h - Black
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-TY500, 32 Hole, 10x135mm QR
Rims
Double Wall Alloy, CNC Brake Track, 32 Hole
Tires
Kenda Kwick Tendril, 700x35c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro 837AL, V-Brake
Brake Levers
Shimano Easy-Fire, 2 Finger Levers
Cockpit
Stem
Quill Riser Stem - Black
Handlebar
Norco Alloy Riser - Black
Grips
Dual Density Ergonomic, Black
Headset
Alloy Threaded Sealed Bearing - Black
Seat
Saddle
Norco City - Black
Seatpost
Alloy, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.03 mm | 1.02 mm | 1.01 mm | 1.01 mm | 1 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 283 mm | 283 mm | 283 mm | 283 mm | 283 mm |
| Front Center | 606 mm | 627 mm | 649 mm | 659 mm | 679 mm |
| Rake | -102 mm | -111 mm | -121 mm | -132 mm | -143 mm |
| Trail | 228 mm | 238 mm | 248 mm | 252 mm | 264 mm |
| Stack | 565 mm | 584 mm | 603 mm | 626 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 547 mm | 572 mm | 597 mm | 622 mm | 647 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 547 mm | 572 mm | 597 mm | 622 mm | 647 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.1 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.3 ° | 72.9 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm | 220 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1039 mm | 1061 mm | 1082 mm | 1093 mm | 1113 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 737 mm | 755 mm | 784 mm | 811 mm | 838 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| 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
VFR 3 is a Norco Vfr model. There are 115 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Norco Vfr bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Norco VFR 24 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 389$. On the other hand, Norco VFR 1 2019, is the most expensive and costs 699$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Hybrid bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Hybrid bike is 562$. However, even though the average price of a Hybrid bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 459$. If we compare this with the average Hybrid bike cost we notice that the price is 22.44% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork material
VFR 3 has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
The wheels on VFR 3 are the 700c aluminum type. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco VFR 3 has Rim brakes installed. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
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 conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.