VLT R2
An aluminum frame general road e-bike with modest components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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MSRP | $2,699 |
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Frame | Aluminum |
Suspension | Rigid |
Fork | Carbon |
Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
Drivetrain | 1 × 9 |
Groupset | Altus, FSA |
Motor | Bosch 250W 40Nm mid-drive |
Battery | Bosch 396Wh |
Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
For This Bike
5'1" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'5"
🐐 Estimated
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Nov 2020
" I don't like eMTBs sheepishly nor do I like them unabashedly so I guess I am somewhere in between..."
Jun 2020 · Paul Burwell
The Norco Sight VLT C2 27.5 is the power-assisted version of Norco's award-winning trail bike. Here's the final verdict on our long term test bike.
Supple and sensitive rear suspension, well-balanced frame (when new) looks a million dollars.
Whopping 630Wh battery offers extended range and reduced frequency between charge cycles.
Sorted component array out of the box: short stem, wide bar, soft-compound Maxxis 3C tyres, size-specific dropper post.
Unreliability is the Achilles’ heel of most e-bikes, and the Norco has suffered more than most with two extended periods of inactivity.
The lack of a chain device has caused untold damage to the underside of the carbon frame.
To keep it in place, the rubber charging port cover needs a more secure attachment and a tether, so you don’t lose it.
Dec 2019 · Felix Stix, Robin Schmitt, Jonas Müssig
Norco Range VLT C1 or Specialized Kenevo? We compared both in our group test – which one will come out on top?
Confidence-inspiring on the descents
Good pedalling position for steep climbs
The faster, the better aboard this bike
Exposed speed sensor
Rubber compound of the rear tire is too soft
Chainstay protector
Mar 2019 · Darren Mallard
With the E-Bike market expanding faster than my waistline over the festive season, it is with no surprise that Norco has decided to come to the party. While a lot of companies have been fast to produce e-Bikes stemming off their regular bike lineups, Norco have been hiding theirs deep in the Squamish forrest, growing, improving, becoming a full grown beast. Through the development process they focused on it feeling as playful and capable as the rest of their line […]
Mar 2019
For a first entry in the world of e-mountain bikes, Norco have delivered a cheeky headbutt to a lot brands that have been in e-bike realm for a number of years. The Sight VLT has raced straight to the head of the pack, leaving very few areas for improvement. That sounds pretty positive, why …
The handling!
Lively suspension that doesn't feel like your typical eMTB.
Great range.
Beautiful frame construction.
Why no water bottle?
Handlebar clutter and cable mess.
Battery is non-removable.
Feb 2019
eMTB Roundup Norco Sight VLT 1 eMTB of the Year Photos By Chili Dog It’s crazy to think that in less than two years out entire staff (all 3 of us, plus some friends) have gone from haters to converts. No, we’re not fat, we don’t
Frame | Norco VLT, Aluminum, 12x142mm TA Dropouts, Bosch Motor Mount BB Standard: Bosch, Press Fit |
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Fork | Norco Carbon E-City Fork, 15x100mm TA, 45mm Offset |
Bottom Bracket | Bosch, press-fit |
Headset | FSA #NO42 1.5” to 1-1/8” |
Stem | Norco SL Alloy 90mm - Black |
Handlebar | Norco 6061 aluminum rise bar 31.8mm, 15mm rise |
Saddle | Norco Urban w/Reflective |
Seatpost | Norco Alloy, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
Pedals | VP Flat BMX style pedal |
Grips | Norco D3 Single Side Comfort, Micro Tech, Lock-On |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano Altus RD-M2000, SGS, 9 Speed |
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Crank | FSA Dyna Drive, Bosch Interface E-Bike Crank, 170mm (XS/S) | 175mm (M/L/XL) |
Shifters | Shimano Altus SL-M2000, 9 Speed |
Chain | KMC X9, 9 Speed |
Chain Guide | Hermans B-Slyde Plastic Guard |
Brakes | Front: Tektro HD-M285, Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor, Rear: Tektro HD-M285, Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor Type: Hydraulic Disc |
Brake Levers | Tektro HD-M285 |
Rims | Alex FR30 Double Wall Aluminum, 32 Hole, 23mm Internal Width |
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Front Hub | Novatec 15mm through hole hub 15x100 w/sealed bearing |
Rear Hub | Novatec D162SB, 32 Hole, 12x142mm |
Tires | Front: Schwalbe Delta Cruiser Plus, 700x47c, Reflex, Puncture Guard, Rear: Schwalbe Delta Cruiser Plus, 700x47c, Reflex, Puncture Guard |
Motor | Bosch Active Line |
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Battery | Bosch PowerPack 400, 396Wh Capacity Recycling Program: ♻️ Call2Recycle |
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