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 Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XXS
145cm - 159cm
XS
157cm - 168cm
SM
165cm - 176cm
MD
174cm - 183cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
XFR Double Butted X6 w/CS Disc and Flip
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NVX 75mm w/Hydraulic Lock-Out
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera RD-M3000 Shadow
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus FD-M191
Shift Levers
Shift housing - Matte Black
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200 12-32T 8speed
Crank
Shimano Acera FC-M361 48/38/28T - Black
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB
Chain
KMC Z72 8spd Chain Grey/Brown
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Alloy pedal - Black
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano CenterLock - Black
Rear Hub
Shimano CenterLock - Black
Rims
Double wall alloy 700c x 32hole - Black
Tires
N/A
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M395 Hydraulic w/160mm - Black
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-M395 - Black
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Norco - Black
Handlebar
Norco 25mm Riser - Black
Grips
Forma Dual Density Ergo - Black/Grey
Headset
FSA No.11N Semi-cartridge w/20mm spacer
Seat
Saddle
Norco MTB Forma - Black
Seatpost
Norco Alloy 27.2mm - Black
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.7 mm | 1.65 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 286 mm | 286 mm | 286 mm | 291 mm |
| Front Center | 611 mm | 626 mm | 642 mm | 658 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 81 mm | 78 mm | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Stack | 608 mm | 619 mm | 629 mm | 640 mm |
| Reach | 357 mm | 375 mm | 392 mm | 409 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 526 mm | 551 mm | 576 mm | 601 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.3 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 350 mm | 390 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 107.5 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1058 mm | 1074 mm | 1089 mm | 1107 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 63 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 739 mm | 763 mm | 798 mm |
| Front Travel | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 145 cm | 157 cm | 165 cm | 174 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 159 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm | 183 cm |
Model Overview
XFR 3 Forma is a Norco Xfr model. 76 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Xfr bikes models from 2016, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Norco XFR 4 Forma 2016 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 555$. Norco XFR 1 2016 on the other hand costs 1095$, and is the most expensive model.
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
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Hybrid bike that is reliable is 562$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2016 for 695$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that XFR 3 Forma price is 23.67% more expensive than the average cost of a Hybrid bike.
XFR 3 Forma components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour model. The travel on this model is 75mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
The XFR 3 Forma 2016 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Norco XFR 3 Forma is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Norco XFR 3 Forma bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 145 cm – 183 cm (4.76 ft – 6 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.