Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 75mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Altus, Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical 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
Norco XFR, Aluminum, 9x135mm QR Dropouts
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NVX, 75mm Travel, 9x100mm QR
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus RD-M310, SGS, 8 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney FD-TY710, 3 Speed
Shift Levers
Rear: Shimano ST-EF500, Easy-Fire, 8 Speed, Front: Shimano ST-EF500, Easy-Fire, 3 Speed
Cassette
Shimano TourneyTX CS-HG200, 12-32T, 8 Speed
Crank
Shimano FC-TY701, 170mm (XS/S) | 175mm (M/L/XL), 48/38/28T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB, Threaded BSA 73mm
Chain
KMC Z72, 8 Speed
Pedals
City - Black
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Sealed Disc Hub
Rear Hub
Alloy Sealed Disc Hub, 32 Hole, 10x135mm QR
Rims
WTB SX19, 32 Hole, 19mm Internal Width
Tires
Impac Smartpac, 700x47c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro MD-M280, Mechanical Disc, 160mm Rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano Easy-Fire, 2 Finger Levers
Cockpit
Stem
Norco SL Alloy - Black
Handlebar
Norco Alloy 25mm Riser - Black
Grips
Norco, Black
Headset
Zero Stack Headset w/15mm spacer
Seat
Saddle
Norco MTB Sport - Black
Seatpost
Alloy, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.64 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.48 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 286 mm | 286 mm | 291 mm | 291 mm | 291 mm |
| Front Center | 626 mm | 642 mm | 658 mm | 679 mm | 699 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 47 mm |
| Trail | 78 mm | 75 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Stack | 625 mm | 635 mm | 646 mm | 655 mm | 665 mm |
| Reach | 381 mm | 398 mm | 415 mm | 432 mm | 449 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 557 mm | 582 mm | 607 mm | 632 mm | 657 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 | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 107.5 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 462 mm | 462 mm | 462 mm | 462 mm | 462 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1080 mm | 1095 mm | 1113 mm | 1133 mm | 1154 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm | 68 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Standover Height | 745 mm | 769 mm | 804 mm | 827 mm | 849 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 |
Model Overview
XFR 3 belongs to the Norco Xfr model. 76 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Xfr bikes models from 2019, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Norco XFR 4 Step-Thru 2019 has a starting price of 549$. Norco XFR 1 2019 on the other hand is the most expensive at 899$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Hybrid bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Hybrid bike you should know that the average price is 562$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Hybrid bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Norco XFR 3 price was 649$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that XFR 3 price is 15.48% more expensive than the average cost of a Hybrid bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour model. The travel on this model is 75mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
The wheels on XFR 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
Norco XFR 3 bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 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.