Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 75mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XXS
145cm - 159cm
XS
157cm - 168cm
SM
165cm - 176cm
MD
174cm - 183cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
XFR Double Butted X6 w/CS Disc and Flip
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NVX 75mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus RD-M310 - Black
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus FD-M191
Shift Levers
Shift housing - Dark Grey
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200 12-32T 8speed
Crank
Shimano Altus FC-M171 48/38/28T - Black
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB
Chain
KMC Z72 8spd Chain Grey/Brown
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Resin City - Black
Wheels
Front Hub
Double Sealed Alloy Disc Hub - 32h - Black
Rear Hub
Double Sealed Alloy Disc Hub - 32h - Black
Rims
Double wall alloy 700c x 32hole - Black
Tires
N/A
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Mechanical Disc w/160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano Easy-Fire w/2-finger lever
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy - Black
Handlebar
Alloy 25mm Riser - Black
Grips
Forma Dual Density Ergo - Black/Grey
Headset
FSA No.10P Semi-cartridge w/25mm spacer
Seat
Saddle
Norco MTB Forma - Black
Seatpost
Alloy 27.2mm - Black
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.7 mm | 1.65 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 286 mm | 286 mm | 286 mm | 291 mm |
| Front Center | 611 mm | 626 mm | 642 mm | 658 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 81 mm | 78 mm | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Stack | 608 mm | 619 mm | 629 mm | 640 mm |
| Reach | 357 mm | 375 mm | 392 mm | 409 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 526 mm | 551 mm | 576 mm | 601 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.3 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 350 mm | 390 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 107.5 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1058 mm | 1074 mm | 1089 mm | 1107 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 63 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 739 mm | 763 mm | 798 mm |
| Front Travel | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 145 cm | 157 cm | 165 cm | 174 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 159 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm | 183 cm |
Model Overview
XFR 4 Forma belongs to the Norco Xfr model. There are 76 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Xfr bikes models from 2016, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Norco XFR 4 Forma 2016 is the cheapest bike model and costs 555$. Norco XFR 1 2016 is the most expensive one and costs 1095$.
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.
Hybrid bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Hybrid bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 562$. However, you could also get a good Hybrid bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2016 for 555$. Comparing this to the average Hybrid bike price, we see that the price is 1.26% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour fork installed. The fork’s travel is 75mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Norco XFR 4 Forma 2016, has a 700c aluminum model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Norco XFR 4 Forma is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 145 cm – 183 cm (4.76 ft – 6 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.