Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Travel Rear 100mm
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Fork RockShox SID
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Groupset XT
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 11
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Revolver Carbon 7.2 FS high modulus frame, 100mm travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox SID RL 650B solo air 100mm x 15mm
Rear Shock
Rockshox Monarch RL
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT SGS 11spd
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Jagwire LEX housing
Cassette
Shimano 11-40 T 11 sp
Crank
Shimano XT 11spd 34T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Pressfit BB92
Chain
Shimano HG-600-11 11sp MTB chain
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss X1900 Spline TR 650B wheelset
Rear Hub
DT Swiss X1900 Spline TR 650B wheelset
Rims
DT Swiss X1900 Spline TR 650B wheelset
Tires
N/A
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore XT BR-M8000
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore XT
Disk Rotors
Shimano 180mm front/160mm rear
Cockpit
Stem
Norco Alloy 3D forged stem 7 degree
Handlebar
Norco 6061 DB alloy 740 w/10mm rise
Grips
Norco SL Silicon
Headset
PT 1860A sealed bearing internal w/8mm cover
Seat
Saddle
SDG Circuit Mtn XC steel rail
Seatpost
Norco alloy w/double bolt head 31.6 x 400mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm |
| Front Center | 628 mm | 651 mm | 673 mm | 696 mm | 718 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 41 mm |
| Trail | 85 mm | 83 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Stack | 555 mm | 565 mm | 576 mm | 586 mm | 597 mm |
| Reach | 384 mm | 406 mm | 427 mm | 449 mm | 471 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 534 mm | 561 mm | 588 mm | 615 mm | 642 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.25 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 410 mm | 445 mm | 485 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.75 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 419 mm | 421 mm | 424 mm | 428 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1046 mm | 1071 mm | 1097 mm | 1123 mm | 1149 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm |
| Standover Height | 736 mm | 748 mm | 742 mm | 736 mm | 727 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Rear Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| 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
Revolver 7.2 FS is part of the Norco Revolver model. Norco released 148 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Norco Revolver bikes models from 2016, here.
Model range prices
Norco Revolver 9.3 2016 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2075$. Norco Revolver 7XX 2016 on the other hand costs 7415$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2016 for 4050$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Revolver 7.2 FS price is 112.6% higher than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Revolver 7.2 FS comes factory-installed with the RockShox SID fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Rockshox Monarch RL, with a travel distance 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, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Revolver 7.2 FS model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Revolver 7.2 FS has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
