Norco VFR 4 Forma 2012
2012 Urban
Estimate price |
429$
Weight | 12.77 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Altus, Tourney -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Forma double butted 7005 alloy flat bar road
Suspension Fork
Aerodynamic chromoly fork
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus RD-M310 7 speed - Black
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney FD-TX51
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus Easy-Fire 51 21speed
Cassette
Shimano HG20 12-32T 7speed
Crank
Shimano Altus FC-M131C 48/38/28T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge
Chain
KMC Z-50
Pedals
VP Resin body
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula alloy hub - Silver
Rear Hub
Formula OV-32 32h - Black
Rims
Double wall alloy 700c x 32hole - Silver
Spokes
Stainless steel spokes - 14 gauge
Tires
Innova city tire 700c x 35c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro 837AL-EN V-Brakes – Black
Brake Levers
Shimano Altus Easy-Fire 51 w/2-finger levers
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy 15 degree - Black
Handlebar
Black steel riser bar
Grips
Norco Shield dual density grip - Grey/Coral
Headset
FSA No.10 w/20mm spacer
Seat
Saddle
Norco City Comfort saddle
Seatpost
Alloy - Black
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13" | 15" | 17" | 19" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.39 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 292 mm | 292 mm | 292 mm | 292 mm |
| Front Center | 605 mm | 610 mm | 622 mm | 633 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 79 mm | 76 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Stack | 529 mm | 532 mm | 556 mm | 575 mm |
| Reach | 381 mm | 390 mm | 408 mm | 413 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 533 mm | 543 mm | 568 mm | 578 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1031 mm | 1036 mm | 1048 mm | 1059 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 710 mm | 729 mm | 761 mm | 793 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
VFR 4 Forma is a Norco Vfr model. There are 115 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2012, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Norco VFR 4 Forma 2012 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 429$. On the other hand, Norco VFR 1 2012, is the most expensive and costs 1139$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Hybrid bikes
If you want an acceptable Hybrid bike you should know that the average price is 562$. However, you could also get a good Hybrid bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 429$. If we compare this with the average Hybrid bike cost we notice that the price is 31% lower.
Average weight for Hybrid bikes
The average weight for Hybrid bikes is 13.85 kg (30.53 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 12.77 kg (28.15 lbs), Norco bike is a bit lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Hybrid bike weighs 8.46% more than VFR 4 Forma.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the VFR 4 Forma model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco VFR 4 Forma has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.