Norco Fluid 3 2011
2011 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,385$
Weight | 15.15 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Groupset Deore, Alivio -
Suspension Full -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Fluid M6 hydroform frame with 140 mm travel
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Tora U-Turn 85-130mm Coil
Rear Shock
Rockshox Bar 2.1
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore Shadow 9spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio 3 spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio 3 spd
Cassette
Shimano 9spd HG-30
Crank
Shimano Alivio 9spd FCM 430-8
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Octalink BB
Chain
KMC Z99 9spd
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Norco MTB pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Norco alloy 32H 9mm QR
Rear Hub
Norco alloy 32H 9spd/9mm QR/135mm
Rims
Alex TD 25 D/W 32H
Spokes
Stainless Steel w/brass nipples
Tires
Kenda Nevegal 26x2.10
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 3 185mm
Brake Levers
Avid Juicy 3
Cockpit
Stem
Norco short reach 70mm
Handlebar
Norco riser bar 25mm
Grips
Norco lock on grips
Headset
FSA TH-855 threadless
Seat
Saddle
Norco custom saddle
Seatpost
Norco alloy double bolt
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 350 mm | 350 mm | 350 mm | 350 mm | 350 mm |
| Front Center | 660 mm | 675 mm | 696 mm | 717 mm | 741 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 555 mm | 575 mm | 596 mm | 616 mm | 636 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 406 mm | 406 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.5 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1101 mm | 1115 mm | 1136 mm | 1158 mm | 1179 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -7 mm | -7 mm | -7 mm | -7 mm | -7 mm |
| Standover Height | 764 mm | 771 mm | 766 mm | 790 mm | 809 mm |
| Rear Travel | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Fluid 3 is part of the Norco Fluid model. Norco launched 60 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2011, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Norco Fluid 3 2011 has a starting price of 1385$. Norco Fluid 1 2011 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2375$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1385$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 99.42% lower.
Trail bikes average weight
Trail bikes have an average weight of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
much heavier than average, Fluid 3 has a weight of 15.15 kg (33.4 lbs). In other words, this model is 16.72% heavier than the average Trail bike.
Overview of components
Rear Shock
The Fluid 3 has a rear shock with a travel of 140mm. The model Rockshox Bar 2.1 is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Norco Fluid 3 2011, has a 26″ aluminum model. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Fluid 3 has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
This bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.