Norco Fluid VLT- C2 140 Rhythm
Details
WELCOME TO THE E-VOLUTION
Introducing the new Fluid VLT; premium ride performance in a lightweight package for an e-MTB that looks, feels, and rides exactly like you want it to.
LIGHTWEIGHT CAPABILITY AND FULL-SPEED FUN.
Get more rides in and make the most of every minute of the lightweight Fluid VLT C2 140 with a Fox Rhythm fork. Featuring the next-level Bosch Performance Line SX drive system, and 140mm of precision-tuned suspension, integrating mixed wheels across all 5 frame sizes for optimum weight balance & handling.
THE LATEST IN E-MTB TECH
The Bosch Performance Line SX wireless ecosystem sheds significant e-MTB weight in an intuitive package. Complete with a Bosch CT 400Wh battery and an almost silent motor, the Fluid VLT is made for e-curious pedal purists taking their first foray into powered up riding.
PRECISION-TUNED SUSPENSION
Optimized Ride AlignedTM suspension design & setup with Trail optimized kinematics, reactive pedal efficiency, and the simplicity of precision-tuned Horst Link suspension.
AVAILABLE IN CARBON
The Fluid VLT is available in carbon fiber and includes a carbon front triangle and seatstay, or alloy rear triangle depending on price point.
METICULOUSLY SELECTED COMPONENTS
Featuring uncompromising, meticulously selected, trail-spec components available with 140/150mm travel options.
BUILT TO ACCOMMODATE RIDER PREFERENCE
Available in 29”/27.5” mixed wheelsize with 140/130mm or 150/140mm of travel.
SUSPENSION SET UP DEMYSTIFIED
Norco’s NEW Ride Aligned Setup Guide with baked-in Setup Assistant provides a personalized setup baseline, unique to you and your bike without hours of fussing.
It’s like having one of our engineers on call 24/7, as you tweak your settings to perfection. Even if you are a shock pump novice, the Ride Aligned Setup Guide will have you confidently dialing in your settings for the best day of riding, every day.
BUILT TO LAST, GUARANTEED.
NO OTHER WAY LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
The Fluid VLT’s durable frame design, hardware, and component decisions have been made specifically to keep it on the trail for longer. Accidents can happen, and when they do, our No Other Way Limited Lifetime Guarantee is our promise to get you back on the trail as soon as possible.
| 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel Size | 29"/27.5" | 29"/27.5" | 29"/27.5" | 29"/27.5" | 29"/27.5" |
| Travel (mm front/mm rear) | 150/140 | 150/140 | 150/140 | 150/140 | 150/140 |
| Reach | 522.5 | 497.5 | 472.5 | 447.5 | 422.5 |
| Stack | 646 | 637 | 628 | 619 | 610 |
| HTA (Head Tube Angle) | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 |
| OS (Fork Offset) | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 |
| ST (Seat Tube Length) | 475 | 445 | 415 | 395 | 385 |
| STA (Effective Seat Tube Angle) | 77.5 | 77.25 | 77 | 76.75 | 76.5 |
| RC (Rear Centre Length) | 444 | 440 | 436 | 432 | 432 |
| BB (Bottom Bracket Drop) | 28/8 | 28/8 | 28/8 | 28/8 | 28/8 |
| BBH (Bottom Bracket Height) | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 |
| HTT (Horizontal Top Tube) | 666 | 642 | 618 | 593 | 569 |
| WB (Wheelbase) | 1310 | 1277 | 1243 | 1210 | 1181 |
| SOH (Standover) | 743 | 720 | 703 | 701 | 715 |
| HT (Head Tube Length) | 140 | 130 | 120 | 110 | 100 |
| Trail | 132 | 132 | 132 | 132 | 132 |
| Recommended Seatpost Drop | 200 | 170 | 150 | 125 | 125 |
| Maximum Post Insertion | 330 | 300 | 270 | 250 | 240 |
| Stem Length | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Crank Length | 165 | 165 | 165 | 165 | 165 |
| Tire Size | 2.35" – 2.6" | 2.35" – 2.6" | 2.35" – 2.6" | 2.35" – 2.6" | 2.35" – 2.6" |
| Water Bottle Compatible | 1 x 750 mL | 1 x 750 mL | 1 x 750 mL | 1 x 750 mL | 1 x 620 mL |
Specs
| Frame | Fluid VLT Carbon Front Triangle, Alloy SS and CS, 27.5" Wheel, 140mm Travel, UDH, Hangerless Interface Compatible, Ride Aligned™ |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 36 Rhythm, 29", 150mm Travel, 44mm Offset |
| Rear Shock | Fox FLOAT X2 Performance Elite, 185x55mm Trunnion |
| Rims | WTB KOM Trail 32H, 27.5" Rear, 29" Front, 30mm ID |
| Hubs |
Front: Bear Pawls, 110x15mm Boost, 6-Bolt Rear: Bear Pawls, Impel 24T, 3-Bearing Steel Driver Body, 148x12mm Boost, 6-Bolt, XD |
| Tires |
Front: Continental Kryptotal 29" x 2.4" Trail Rear: Continental Xynotal 27.5" x 2.4" Trail |
| Crankset | Praxis Alloy HD eMTB, 165mm |
| Shifters | SRAM Pod Ultimate Controller |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type |
| Cassette/Freewheel | SRAM 1275 T-Type 10-52T |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle T-Type |
| Brakes | TRP Trail Evo, 4 Piston |
| Brake Levers | TRP Trail Evo |
| Handlebars | 6061 DB Alloy, 800mm, 25mm Rise |
| Tape/Grips | WTB Wavelength |
| Stem | Norco SL 6061 Alloy 40mm Length, 35mm Clamp |
| Headset | Fox 36 Rhythm, 29", 150mm Travel, 44mm Offset |
| Seatpost | TranzX YSI08FL RAD+ Travel Adjust Dropper, 125mm (S1), 150mm (S2), 170mm (S3), 200mm (S4, S5) |
| Saddle | Fizik Ridon |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line SX |
| Battery | Bosch CPT 400Wh |
* Subject to change without notice.
Part Numbers
| Option | UPC | MPN |
|---|---|---|
| Green / SZ1 / 29-inch front / 27.5-inch rear | 058817719134 | 0235614154 |
| Green / SZ4 / 29-inch front / 27.5-inch rear | 058817719219 | 0235614157 |
| Green / SZ5 / 29-inch front / 27.5-inch rear | 058817719257 | 0235614158 |
| Purple / SZ1 / 29-inch front / 27.5-inch rear | 058817719325 | 0235624154 |
| Purple / SZ2 / 29-inch front / 27.5-inch rear | 058817719356 | 0235624155 |
| Purple / SZ3 / 29-inch front / 27.5-inch rear | 058817719387 | 0235624156 |
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