Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Torrent FS aluminum 130mm travel
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Recon RL 140mm boost 110x15
Rear Shock
Rockshox Deluxe RT Trunnion w/Debonair
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M6000 Shadow Plus SGS 10 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore SLM-6000 10spd
Cassette
Sunrace CSMS2 10sp 11/42 Cassette
Crank
Samox Boost w/30T narrow/wide ring
Bottom Bracket
Samox External
Chain
KMC X10 10spd
Chain Guide
One Up S3
Chain Tensioner
One Up S3 FD mount chainguide
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec 110mm x 15mm
Rear Hub
Novatec D162SB 148mm x 12mm
Rims
Alex MD-35 650B 35mm inner
Spokes
Stainless steel black
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 650B x 2.8" EXO/TR
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M285 hydraulic w/180mm rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro M285
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy 6061 50mm stem w/35mm bar bore
Handlebar
Norco 20 mm rise 6061 800mm, 35mm bar bore
Grips
SDG Stage 1 lock on grip
Headset
FSA #57 E ( tapered internal ) 1.5" to 1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
SDG Duster RL
Seatpost
JD Trans X post XS 80mm, SM 100mm, M 125mm, L/XL 150mm, 31.6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.28 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 341 mm | 341 mm | 341 mm | 341 mm |
| Front Center | 706 mm | 732 mm | 761 mm | 788 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Stack | 602 mm | 602 mm | 611 mm | 620 mm |
| Reach | 411 mm | 437 mm | 461 mm | 485 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 572 mm | 603 mm | 635 mm | 666 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.9 ° | 74.4 ° | 74 ° | 73.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 405 mm | 435 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 94 mm | 94 mm | 104 mm | 114 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 435 mm | 440 mm | 445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1136 mm | 1167 mm | 1200 mm | 1232 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm |
| Standover Height | 806 mm | 790 mm | 788 mm | 798 mm |
| Front Travel | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Rear Travel | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Torrent 2 FS is a Norco Torrent model. There are 44 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Torrent bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Norco Torrent HT 2 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1699$. Norco Torrent 1 FS 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 3899$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2599$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Torrent 2 FS price is 6.27% lower than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Overview of components
Fork
Norco Torrent 2 FS 2018 bike is equipped with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork, and has 140mm travel. 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 Deluxe RT Trunnion w/Debonair model, with a travel of 130mm. 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 size
The wheels on Torrent 2 FS are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Torrent 2 FS has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.