Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
-
-
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
-
Groupset Deore, Suntour SR -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
160cm - 172cm
MD
166cm - 179cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminum
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon RL Silver Solo, 110mm boost spacing
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch R HVI
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M6000 shadow plus SGS, 10-speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore SLM-6000, 10-speed
Cassette
Sunrace CSMS2 Black, 11-42 tooth, 10-speed
Crank
SR Suntour Zeron, boost spacing
Bottom Bracket
SR Suntour, external, threaded 73mm
Chain
KMC X10, 10-speed
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
Wellgo resin body MTB pedal, alloy black cage
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, sealed bearings, 15mm x 110mm front | Joytech rear
Rear Hub
Alloy, sealed bearings, 15mm x 110mm front | Joytech rear
Rims
WTB I25, 25mm inner width, tubeless ready
Spokes
Stainless steel black
Tires
WTB Vigalante 27.5" x 2.3" | WTB Beeline 27.5" x 2.2"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M285, 180mm front / 160mm rear rotors
Brake Levers
Tektro HD-M285
Cockpit
Stem
Norco Alloy
Handlebar
Norco 6061, 760mm width, 25mm rise
Grips
Norco Gator grip
Headset
FSA #57B, zero-stack
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport Trail
Seatpost
Norco 6061, 350mm length
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.44 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 332 mm | 332 mm | 316 mm |
| Stack | 567 mm | 574 mm | 608 mm |
| Reach | 389 mm | 409 mm | 422 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 547 mm | 569 mm | 612 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 72.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 405 mm | 440 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 67.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 107 mm | 100 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 427 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1076 mm | 1098 mm | 1139 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 23 mm | 23 mm | 39 mm |
| Standover Height | 746 mm | 732 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 160 cm | 166 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm |
Model Overview
Fluid FS3 27.5 belongs to the Norco Fluid Fs model. Norco launched 111 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Norco Fluid Fs bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Norco Fluid FS 2.2 2018 has a starting price of 1599$. Norco Fluid FS1+ Womens 2018 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2199$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Trail bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Norco released this model in 2018, its price was 1649$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Fluid FS3 27.5 price is 67.5% smaller than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Recon Silver RL model. The travel on this model is 130mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox Monarch R HVI model, with a travel of 120mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
The Fluid FS3 27.5 2018 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Fluid FS3 27.5 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Fluid FS3 27.5 comes in 3 sizes, that range from 151 cm – 179 cm (4.95 ft – 5.87 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.