Norco Fluid FS 7.2 Forma 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,699$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Deore -
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
Fluid forma alloy frame wit 120 mm travel
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Recon Silver RL solo air 120x15mm
Rear Shock
Rockshox Monarch R HVI
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore Shadow Plus SGS 10 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
Sunrace 11/40 T cassette
Crank
Samox 2pc w/30T narrow/wide ring
Bottom Bracket
73mm cartridge type
Chain
KMC X 10
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Wellgo resin body, alloy black cage MTB pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec alloy disc 100x15mm, sealed bearing
Rear Hub
Novatec alloy Q/R 10/11sp cass hub semi sealed
Rims
WTB STP I 23 TCS tubeless compatible rim
Tires
Maxxis Ardent 2.25
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Hydraulic disc brake w/shorter reach
Brake Levers
Tektro
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy MTB stem with 4 bolt front clamp
Handlebar
Norco 25mm rise 6061 DB alloy 740mm
Grips
Norco MTB gator design trail grip
Headset
FSA #57B tapered internal
Seat
Saddle
WTB Deva XC trail womens design saddle
Seatpost
JD TransX dropper post w/remote lever
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.4 mm | 13.535 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 332 mm | 332 mm | 332 mm |
| Front Center | 655 mm | 678 mm | 700 |
| Rake | 42 mm | 41 mm | -1887 mm |
| Trail | 95 mm | 96 mm | 2168 mm |
| Stack | 567 mm | 574 mm | mm |
| Reach | 389 mm | 409 mm | 429 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 547 mm | 569 mm | 591 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 405 mm | 435 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 107 mm | 115 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1076 mm | 1098 mm | 1122 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 18 mm | 18 mm | 18 mm |
| Standover Height | 746 mm | 732 mm | 764 mm |
| Front Travel | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Rear Travel | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 160 cm | 166 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm |
About this model
Fluid FS 7.2 Forma is part of the Norco Fluid Fs model. 111 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Fluid Fs bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Norco Fluid FS 6.2 2017 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1699$. Norco Fluid FS 7.1+ 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 2149$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
This bike was released in 2017 and its price was 1699$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 62.57% lower.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Recon Silver RL model. The travel on this model is 120mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the Rockshox Monarch R HVI model, with a travel of 120mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Fluid FS 7.2 Forma model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Fluid FS 7.2 Forma has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Fluid FS 7.2 Forma comes in 3 sizes, that range from 151 cm – 179 cm (4.95 ft – 5.87 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
The Norco model is also equipped with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.