Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
158cm - 167cm
SM
165cm - 173cm
MD
169cm - 180cm
LG
177cm - 186cm
XL
183cm - 191cm
XXL
186cm - 194cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
VFR Double Butted X6 Alloy w/ Flat Mount Disc
Suspension Fork
Aerodynamic Alloy w/Flat Mount Disc
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera RD-T3000 - Black
Front Derailleur
Shimano Acera FD-T3000
Shift Levers
Rear: Shimano Altus SL-M2000 9spd - Black, Front: Shimano Altus SL-M2000 3spd - Black
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200 11-32T 9spd
Crank
Shimano Acera FC-T3010 48/36/26T - Black
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB
Chain
KMC X9 9spd
Pedals
Alloy City - Black
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Disc w/Labyrinth Seal - Black
Rear Hub
Alloy Disc w/Labyrinth Seal - Black
Rims
Double Wall Alloy Disc 32h - Black
Tires
Schwalbe Spicer 30c w/KevlarGuard
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-R310 Flat Mount Hydraulic Disc
Brake Levers
Tektro HD-R310
Cockpit
Stem
Norco SL Alloy - Black
Handlebar
Norco Alloy 15mm Riser - Black
Grips
Dual Density Ergonomic - Black
Headset
Angular Sealed Cartridge Bearings - Tapered
Seat
Saddle
Norco Sport
Seatpost
Norco Alloy 27.2mm - Black Stealth
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.4 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 284 mm | 284 mm | 284 mm | 284 mm | 284 mm | 284 mm |
| Front Center | 614 mm | 625 mm | 635 mm | 647 mm | 656 mm | 671 mm |
| Rake | 49 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 72 mm | 67 mm | 64 mm | 69 mm | 66 mm | 65 mm |
| Stack | 543 mm | 564 mm | 585 mm | 621 mm | 642 mm | 661 mm |
| Reach | 387 mm | 396 mm | 404 mm | 409 mm | 416 mm | 425 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 539 mm | 559 mm | 579 mm | 599 mm | 619 mm | 634 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 365 mm | 412 mm | 459 mm | 510 mm | 562 mm | 610 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm | 220 mm | 240 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1039 mm | 1051 mm | 1061 mm | 1073 mm | 1081 mm | 1097 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 710 mm | 737 mm | 771 mm | 809 mm | 843 mm | 875 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 165 cm | 169 cm | 177 cm | 183 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 173 cm | 180 cm | 186 cm | 191 cm | 194 cm |
Model Overview
VFR 2 belongs to the Norco Vfr model. Norco launched 115 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Vfr bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Norco VFR 24 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 389$. On the other hand, Norco VFR 1 2018, is the most expensive and costs 899$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Hybrid bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Hybrid bike you should know that the average price is 562$. However, even though the average price of a Hybrid bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2018 and its price was 749$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that VFR 2 price is 33.27% higher than the average cost of a Hybrid bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Norco VFR 2 2018, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco VFR 2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 6 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 194 cm (5.18 ft – 6.36 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.