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2012 Norco

Range 3

A 26″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price

2700 US$(2322 €)
Weight15,5 kg  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 160 / 160mm
ForkRockShox Lyrik
ShockX-Fusion
Wheels26″ Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetX5
BrakesAvid Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Range 3
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

37 km/h

Range 3

41 km/h

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
XS

156cm – 166cm

SM

163cm – 174cm

MD

171cm – 182cm

LG

179cm – 189cm

XL

185cm – 195cm

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Reviews

Summary

The Norco Range is a standout enduro bike, praised for its excellent climbing efficiency and superior descending capabilities. Its stout frame and slack head angle inspire confidence on technical trails, while the progressive suspension setup handles square edge hits with ease. The bike's neutral rider position and dynamic handling encourage aggressive riding, making it a favorite for tight, technical terrain.

Pros
  • Excellent climbing ability with minimal bobbing

  • Superior descending performance with a confident rider position

  • Progressive suspension setup handles square edge hits well

  • Neutral rider position inspires confidence in jumps and turns

  • Dynamic feeling and extra grip for aggressive cornering

Cons
  • Small-bump compliance and traction sacrificed for efficiency

  • Heavily machined cranks show flex

  • Lack of internal routing for seatpost

Key Quotes
The most efficient FSR-style, all-mountain bike to date? Yup, you’re looking at it.
BIKE Magazine logoBIKE Magazine
The Range really excels when things get tight and technical.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
The capabilities of the Range saved my ass more than a couple of times.
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MBR
Norco Range Killer B-2 review - MBR

ago 2013 · Alan Muldoon

The Norco Range Killer B-2's 160mm of travel is designed to float like a butterfly and sting like a...

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Dirt Mountainbike
Norco Range Killer – B 2 | Dropping In

jun 2013 · Dirt HQ

The Norco Range Killer - B 2 is classic example of…a bike that cuts it in both 26” and 650B...

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BikeRadar
Norco Range Killer B-1 - First ride review

dic 2012 · Joe Rafferty

If there is a bike out there that’s more fun for all-mountain riding, we would certainly like to know about it!

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Bikerumor
First Impressions: Norco’s New All Mountain Ripper, The 650B Range

ago 2012 · Saris Mercanti

The newest re-re-invention of the bicycle wheel, the 650B, is a classic retelling of the story of Goldilocks. Like the heroine in the memorable folktale, mountain bikers  are always searching for that something better. For those of us with big paws (and large lycra collections), only papa bears big wheels will do, and for those …

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BIKE Magazine
Bike Test: Norco Range 2 Review

nov 2011

Vernon Felton's reveiew of Norco's Range 2 all-mountain bike.

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MTBR
2012 Norco Phaser, Shinobi, Range and Truax

jul 2011 · Cory H

- Mtbr.com

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Norco Range SE, A Premium Long-Travel Trail Performer

abr 2011 · MBA Action

The all-mountain cross-country bike category has seen serious improvements in versatility, making these bikes the top choice for many riders today. Just a

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

RANGE all mountain frame , 160 mm travel , 6061 aluminum , hydroformed mainframe tubing

Fork

Rockshox Lyrik U-Turn (115-160 mm), tapered steer tube, 20 mm dropout

Travel160mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

X FUSION 02 RCX w/ AV air sleeve

Travel160mm

Bottom Bracket

N/A

Headset

FSA #57 E sealed (tapered internal) 1.5Ó to 1-1/8Ó

Stem

Short reach MTB stem

Handlebar

Norco 740 mm wide 25 mm rise bar. 6061 butted alloy

Saddle

Norco MTB saddle

Seatpost

Norco 6061 alloy double bolt 2D forged head

TypeRigid

Pedals

Norco alloy flat pedal

Grips

Norco Lock on grips

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM X5 mid cage

Front Derailleur

SRAM X5

Crank

SRAM S1000 crank BG/33/22T GXP BB and SRAM rock guard

Shifters

SRAM X5 trigger shifter

Cassette

SRAM PG 1030 11-36T 10 sp cass.

Chain

KMC X 10

Brakes

Front: Avid ELIXER 1 hydraulic disc w/ 180 mm rotor, Rear: Avid ELIXER 1 hydraulic disc w/ 180 mm rotor

TypeAvid Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Avid Elixer 1

Wheels
Rims

Sun Inferno 27 mm width AM trail rim

Spokes

Black stainless steel spokes

Front Hub

KT 20 mm front (double sealed bearing)

Rear Hub

Shimano 525 rear hub 6 bolt disc

Tires

Kenda Nevagal 26 x 2.35

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