An aluminum frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes, priced at the low end of the Search XR model range.
MSRP | $1,299 |
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Suspension | Rigid |
Frame | Aluminum |
Fork | Carbon |
Wheels | 700c |
Tires | 38c |
Tire Clearance | 42c |
Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
Groupset | Deore |
Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
1 × 11 — 11 speed
Search XR Flat Bar
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October 2020
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March 2020
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August 2019
Not wowed by the looks, but a lovely and plush steel and wide-tyred all-rounder
September 2018
Canadian character and purpose brings a dose of dirt-worthy readiness
April 2018
Norco has been in the bike business for over fifty years, however there are some markets that are still unfamiliar with the brand despite the extensive catalogue of offerings and wide range of appeal. But if Norco has a strength, then it surely lies with its off-road bikes. The Search XR is Norco’s new gravel […]
February 2018
We review the 2018 Norco Search XR Carbon Ultegra, the latest gravel weapon from Norco. With sleek looks that disguise its abilities as a multi-day adventure machine, we were very impressed by its versatility, practicality and finish. Read the full review.
January 2018
We took the Norco Search XR Carbon on rugged desert tracks and beyond to see what a top-of-the-line ‘adventure-road’ bike can do. Here's the review...
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6'0" – 6'5"
Frame | Butted X6 Aluminum BB Standard: BB86/BB92, press-fit Tire Clearance: 42c Color: Blue / Grey |
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Fork | Search XR Carbon |
Bottom Bracket | Sealed Bearing PF86 |
Headset | Integrated Sealed Bearing |
Stem | Aluminum |
Handlebar | Aluminum, 620mm (50, 53), 640mm (55, 58, 60), 15mm Rise |
Saddle | Selle Royal Vivo, Mag Rails |
Seatpost | Aluminum, 27.2mm |
Pedals | City |
Grips | Lock On Grip |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore SL-M5100 |
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Crank | Alloy 2 Piece Narrow Wide, 40T, 170mm (50.5), 172.5mm (53, 55.5), 175mm (58, 60.5) |
Shifters | Shimano Deore SL-M5100 11spd |
Cassette | Shimano Deore CS-M5100, 11-51T, 11 Speed |
Chain | KMC X11 |
Brakes | Tektro HD-R280 Hydraulic Disc |
Brake Levers | Tektro 3-Finger Hydraulic, Reach Adjust |
Rims | WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0 32H, 650b (45.5, 48), 700c (50.5-60.5) |
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Front Hub | Alloy 12x100mm, 6 Bolt |
Rear Hub | Alloy 12x142mm, HG, 6 Bolt |
Tires | Vittoria Terreno Dry 38mm |
Disk Rotors | Tektro 160mm |