Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset SLX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Fluid aluminum 650B Plus 120mm travel
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Recon RL Silver 130mm, Solo Air, Boost 15x110mm
Rear Shock
Rockshox Monarch RL HVI High Volume Eyelet
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX M7000 Shadow Plus 11spd
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX M7000 11spd I-Spec
Cassette
Sunrace CSMS8 11sp 11/46 Cassette
Crank
Samox Boost crank w/30T aluminum 1X narrow/wide ring
Bottom Bracket
Samox cartridge BB
Chain
KMX X11-1 11spd
Pedals
VP aluminum MTB/BMX flat pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Joytech aluminum w/disc mount, boost 110x15mm
Rear Hub
Joytech disc hub w/Boost 141 w/QR
Rims
Alex MD 35 650B+ 32H, 35mm TRS tubelesss compatible
Tires
Maxxis Forecaster 27.5x2.8 folding, dual compound EXO/TR
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Alivio M-365 hydraulic disc w/180mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano Alivio
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy MTB stem with 4 bolt front clamp (40mm extention)
Handlebar
Norco 25mm rise 6061 DB alloy 740/760mm
Grips
Norco MTB Grip
Headset
FSA #57B tapered internal
Seat
Saddle
WTB Deva Womens
Seatpost
JD TransX YSP12 stealth dropper post w/remote lever, 80mm SM, 100mm Med, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.534 mm | 1.426 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 333 mm | 333 mm |
| Front Center | 684 mm | 714 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| Trail | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Stack | 606 mm | 606 mm |
| Reach | 395 mm | 425 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 575 mm | 605 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 445 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 450 mm | 450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1132 mm | 1162 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 31 mm | 31 mm |
| Standover Height | 767 mm | 756 mm |
| Front Travel | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Rear Travel | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Fluid FS1+ Womens completes the Norco Fluid Fs model. 111 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Norco Fluid FS 2.2 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1599$. Norco Fluid FS1+ Womens 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 2199$.
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
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Norco Fluid FS1+ Womens price was 2199$. In conclusion, this bike price is 25.6% smaller than the price of the average Trail bike.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 130mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The Fluid FS1+ Womens has a rear shock with a travel of 120mm. The model Rockshox Monarch RL HVI High Volume Eyelet is the one installed in this bike. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels size
The Fluid FS1+ Womens 2018 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Fluid FS1+ Womens has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.