Norco Faze LX 2012
2012 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,750$
Weight | 14.36 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Full -
Brakes Hydraulic 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
Faze frame ( 120 mm travel) same frame as 2011
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Recon silver 120 mm travel
Rear Shock
X FUSION Air shock E1 RL w/rebound and lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD 10 speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore 10 speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore 3 speed rapid fire shifter
Cassette
Shimano Deore 10 speed 11-36T
Crank
Shimano Deore 2 pc crank ( 10 speed)
Bottom Bracket
Comes with crank
Chain
KMC 10 speed
Pedals
Alloy / steel cage MTB pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy front QR hub with disc mount
Rear Hub
Alloy 8/ 9 sped rear cassette with disc mount
Rims
Alex TD 25 double wall alloy rim 25 mm wide
Spokes
Black 2.0 PG stainless steel spokes
Tires
Kenda Slant Six 26 x 2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M-445 hydraulic disc brake 180 rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano M-445
Cockpit
Stem
Norco 6061 short reach alloy stem
Handlebar
Norco 1" rise 740 mm width "
Grips
Norco Lock on grips
Headset
FSA TH -855
Seat
Saddle
Norco MTB saddle
Seatpost
Norco 6061 alloy double bolt seatpost
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.28 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 335.5 mm | 335.5 mm | 335.5 mm | 335.5 mm | 335.5 mm |
| Front Center | 630 mm | 650 | 676 mm | 702 mm | 728 mm |
| Rake | 38 mm | 38 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 40 mm |
| Trail | 88 mm | 88 mm | 87 mm | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Stack | 562 mm | 562 mm | 571 mm | 581 mm | 590 mm |
| Reach | 375 mm | 395 mm | 417 mm | 439 mm | 461 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 542 mm | 562 mm | 587 mm | 612 mm | 637 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 395 mm | 440 mm | 485 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1053 mm | 1073 mm | 1099 mm | 1125 mm | 1151 mm |
| Standover Height | 758 mm | 759 mm | 772 mm | 791 mm | 813 mm |
| Front Travel | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Rear Travel | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 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 |
About this model
Faze LX is part of the Norco Faze model. 22 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2012 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Norco Faze DX 2012 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1525$. Norco Faze LX 2012 is the most expensive one and costs 1750$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Norco Faze LX price was 1750$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Faze LX price is 57.83% lower than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Trail bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail bike is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
With a weight of 14.36 kg (31.66 lbs), Norco bike is considerably heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 10.63% heavier than the average weight of Trail bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The Faze LX comes factory-installed with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the X FUSION Air shock E1 RL w/rebound and lockout model, with a travel of 120mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Faze LX bike is equipped with the 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Faze LX comes in 5 sizes, that range from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.