Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset SLX, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
New 2012 100 mm travel frame 29er
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Recon TK solo air 29 Silver 100 mm
Rear Shock
Fox Float CTD
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX RD 10 speed RD
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore 10 speed front derailleur
Shift Levers
Jagwire LEX housing
Cassette
Shimano Deore 10 speed cassette
Crank
Shimano M-552 2pc 10 speed 42/32/22T
Bottom Bracket
N/A
Chain
SRAM PC 1031
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Wellgo alloy body / steel cage MTB pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula alloy disc hub
Rear Hub
Formula DC 25 rear 135 x 10 w/ QR axle
Rims
WTB SX-19 trail rim 29er
Tires
Continental X-King 29 x 2.2 wire bead
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixer 3 hydraulic disc brake
Brake Levers
Avid Elixer 3
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy MTB stem with 4 bolt front clamp
Handlebar
Norco 740 mm width 25 mm rise bar
Grips
T-One Single side lock on grip
Headset
FSA # 10 headset internal 50 OD / 44 ID
Seat
Saddle
Norco MTB trail saddle
Seatpost
Norco 6061 alloy double bolt 2D forged head 30.9
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | - | - | - | - |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 327 mm | 327 mm | 327 mm | 327 mm |
| Front Center | 675 mm | 697 mm | 709 mm | 731 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 52 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 89 mm | 88 mm | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Stack | 599 mm | 605 mm | 612 mm | 619 mm |
| Reach | 412 mm | 432 mm | 453 mm | 473 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 565 mm | 591 mm | 618 mm | 645 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 405 mm | 435 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 107 mm | 110 mm | 117 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1121 mm | 1144 mm | 1155 mm | 1178 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Rear Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Fluid 9.2 belongs to the Norco Fluid model. Norco launched 60 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Norco Fluid bikes models from 2013, here.
Model range prices
Norco Fluid 6.3 2013 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1415$. Norco Fluid 9.1 2013 is the most expensive one and costs 2457$.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2013 and its price was 1948$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 2.26% more expensive.
Fluid 9.2 components
Fork
The Fluid 9.2 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Fox Float CTD rear shock model, which has a travel of 100mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Fluid 9.2 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Fluid 9.2 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.