Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tiagra, Sora -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FBR Flat Bar Double Butted Alloy
Suspension Fork
Carbon Blades w/Alloy Steer
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra RD-4601 SS - Silver
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora FD-3500 - Black
Shift Levers
Shift cable casing - Grey
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG50 11-30T 9spd
Crank
Shimano FC-R345 50/34T - Black
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Octalink BB-ES25
Chain
SRAM CN-PC951 9speed
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Wellgo resin body w/steel cage
Wheels
Front Hub
Norco Sport Road 28h - Black
Rear Hub
Norco Sport Road 28h - Black
Rims
Freedom Racine Elite 700c - 28h Black w/Pink
Tires
Continental Ultra Sport II - Black 700x25c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro R315 - Black
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-R550 - Black
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Norco - Black w/Pink
Handlebar
Norco Flat - Black w/Pink
Grips
Phorm Ergonomic w/Bar End - Black
Headset
FSA Orbit CE - ACB Integrated headset
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Seta Women - White w/Pink
Seatpost
Norco Composite 27.2 - UD Carbon w/Pink
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 45cm | 48cm | 51cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.33 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.37 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 277.5 mm | 277.5 mm | 277.5 mm |
| Front Center | 597 mm | 609 mm | 620 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 76 mm | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Stack | 518 mm | 539 mm | 560 mm |
| Reach | 390 mm | 399 mm | 409 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 528 mm | 543 mm | 563 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 420 mm | 450 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1016 mm | 1028 mm | 1039 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Standover Height | 716 mm | 738 mm | 760 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
FBR 2 Forma is a Norco Fbr model. 14 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Norco Fbr bikes models from 2014, here.
Model range prices
Norco FBR 3 Forma 2014 is the cheapest bike model and costs 655$. Norco FBR 1 2014 is the most expensive one and costs 1160$.
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.
Fitness bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Fitness bike you should know that the average price is 656$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Fitness bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Norco released this model in 2014, its price was 905$. Comparing this to the average Fitness bike price, we see that the price is 37.96% higher.
FBR 2 Forma components
Fork material
FBR 2 Forma has a carbon fork, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the FBR 2 Forma model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Norco FBR 2 Forma is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.