Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Fork SunTour Zeron
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
154cm - 166cm
MD
163cm - 175cm
LG
172cm - 184cm
XL
181cm - 191cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Butted 6061 Alloy
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour Zeron35 LOR DS, 150mm Travel, 44mm Offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-M5100
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore SL-M5100
Cassette
Shimano Deore CS-M5100, 11-51T, 11 Speed
Crank
Shimano Deore FC-M5100-1, 30T, 170mm (S), 175mm (M, L, XL)
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Cartridge, BSA Threaded
Chain
KMC X11 11spd
Pedals
VP Nylon Flat Pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy 15x110mm Boost, 6 Bolt
Rear Hub
Alloy 12x148mm Boost, HG, 6 Bolt
Rims
Stans Flow D 29" 32H
Tires
Schwalbe Hans Dampf 2.35" Perf/Twinskin/TLR
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-745, 4 Piston
Brake Levers
Tektro HD-745
Disk Rotors
Tektro TR180-22, 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
6061 Alloy 50mm Length, 35mm Clamp
Handlebar
Butted 6061 Alloy 800mm, 18mm Rise
Grips
VP Lock-On
Headset
Sealed Bearing, Tapered
Seat
Saddle
Norco XC
Seatpost
TranzX YSP18 Dropper Post, 31.6mm, 130mm (S), 150mm (M, L, XL)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 333 mm | 333 mm | 333 mm | 333 mm |
| Front Center | 753 mm | 783 mm | 817 mm | 851 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 138 mm | 138 mm | 138 mm | 138 mm |
| Stack | 632 mm | 632 mm | 641 mm | 650 |
| Reach | 424 mm | 454 mm | 484 mm | 514 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 581 mm | 611 mm | 643 mm | 675 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 395 mm | 435 mm | 485 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1173 mm | 1203 mm | 1242 mm | 1276 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Standover Height | 658 mm | 668 mm | 683 mm | 715 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 154 cm | 163 cm | 172 cm | 181 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 175 cm | 184 cm | 191 cm |
About this model
Torrent A2 HT completes the Norco Torrent model. 44 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Norco Torrent A2 HT 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1699$. Norco Torrent S1 HT 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 3399$.
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.
Enduro bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro bike is 3599$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Enduro bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2021 and its price was 1699$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Torrent A2 HT price is 111.83% lower than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Torrent A2 HT components
Fork
The Torrent A2 HT comes factory-installed with the SunTour Zeron fork. This has a travel range of 150mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The wheels on Torrent A2 HT are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Norco Torrent A2 HT is equipped 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.
Sizes
Norco Torrent A2 HT bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 154 cm – 191 cm (5.05 ft – 6.27 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Torrent A2 HT. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.