Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork RockShox Pike RC
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Groupset XT, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
159cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
171cm - 184cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Sight Aluminum 130mm (29), 140mm (650B)
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Pike RC, 140mm (29), 150mm (650B)
Rear Shock
FOX Performance Float with LV and EVOL
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M-8000 Shadow Plus 11 sp
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano XT SL-M8000 11 speed
Cassette
Shimano SLX M-7000 11-46T
Crank
Race Face Aeffect w/ steel 30T (29), 32T (650B)
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BB for 73mm threaded BB
Chain
KMC 11 speed chain
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec 110x15 sealed bearing disc hub
Rear Hub
Shimano Deore XT boost, center lock rear hub
Rims
WTB STP I29 TCS rim, 29mm inner
Spokes
Stainless steel black
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.3 folding EXO/ Dual compound
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore BLM-6000 w/180mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy 6061 35mm bar bore, 50mm (29), 60mm (650B)
Handlebar
Norco 20 mm rise 6061 800mm, 35mm bar bore
Grips
SDG Stage 1 lock on grip
Headset
FSA #57 E ( tapered internal ) 1.5" to 1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
SDG Fly Mtn
Seatpost
JD Trans X post 80mm XS, 100mm S, 125mm M, 150mm L/XL, 31.6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.53 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.35 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 339 mm | 339 mm | 339 mm | 339 mm |
| Front Center | 675 mm | 701 mm | 728 mm | 754 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 107 mm | 107 mm | 107 mm | 107 mm |
| Stack | 577 mm | 586 mm | 595 mm | 604 mm |
| Reach | 378 mm | 401 mm | 423 mm | 446 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 529 mm | 559 mm | 589 mm | 619 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.42 ° | 74.95 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.06 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 405 mm | 435 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 417 mm | 422 mm | 427 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1091 mm | 1123 mm | 1154 mm | 1186 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 15 mm | 15 mm | 15 mm | 15 mm |
| Standover Height | 769 mm | 764 mm | 769 mm | 781 mm |
| Front Travel | 150 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm |
| Rear Travel | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 159 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
About this model
Sight A2 27.5 belongs to the Norco Sight model. There are 215 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Norco Sight A3 Womens 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2799$. On the other hand, Norco Sight C1 29 2018, is the most expensive and costs 7199$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2018 for 3399$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Sight A2 27.5 price is 23.06% higher than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Sight A2 27.5 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Pike RC model. The travel on this model is 140mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
Norco Sight A2 27.5 bike has the FOX Performance Float with LV and EVOL model installed, and has a travel of 130mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
The Sight A2 27.5 2018 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Norco Sight A2 27.5 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Norco Sight A2 27.5 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.