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2012 Norco

Sight 2

A 26″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price

4070 US$(3500 €)
Weight12,7 kg  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 140 / 140mm
ForkRockShox Revelation RC
ShockFox
Wheels26″ Aluminum
GroupsetXT
BrakesShimano XT Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Sight 2
Other Trail bikes
Sizing
XS

156cm – 166cm

SM

163cm – 174cm

MD

171cm – 182cm

LG

179cm – 189cm

XL

185cm – 195cm

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Summary

The Norco Sight is a versatile and highly capable trail bike that excels in both climbing and descending, offering a balanced and playful ride. It features a stiff and lightweight frame with well-designed suspension that performs efficiently across various conditions. While generally praised, some components like the fork and tires may have limitations in certain scenarios.

Pros
  • Stiff and lightweight frame

  • Balanced and efficient suspension performance

  • Playful and agile handling

  • Excellent climbing capabilities

  • Versatile for various riding conditions

Cons
  • Fork performance issues including creaks and stiffness

  • Tire limitations in mud and wear

  • Some hardware loosening or failures

  • Wide handlebar not suitable for all riders

  • Brake power and comfort concerns in specific builds

Key Quotes
It is a phenomenal trail bike that does well, if not excels, in all areas.
Bikerumor logoBikerumor
An absolute blast to ride, it flattered fitness and skills while regularly saving our arses wherever we rode.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
More playful than a puppy on Red Bull
Flow Mountain Bike logoFlow Mountain Bike
It actively encourages playful, aggressive riding, which directly equates to fun times.
MBR logoMBR
If one had to be limited to having one bike to rule them all, this would be a definite contender.
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MTBR
2012 Norco Sight 1 Extended Review

oct 2012 · Steve Sheldon

- Mtbr.com

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Mountain Bike Action
Bike Test: Norco Sight 3

oct 2012 · MBA Action

While mountain biking can be divided into countless sub-genres, the bulk of mountain bikers consider themselves trail riders. "Trailbike" is definitely a

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Flow Mountain Bike
Norco's Sight 2 goes through the wringer

oct 2012

[SV_VIMEO id=”49000838″] Well done Norco. This bike sums up what trail riding is all about, fun. So far the Sight has attracted a lot of attention in the mountain bike media, we were eager to find out why. What’s this Sight all about then? Well, don’t look here if you are after a big-hitting all …

Highs
  • More playful than a puppy on Red Bull. Clean finish with nice touches everywhere you look. Pretty decent value with no obvious spec upgrades needed.

Lows
  • The rear suspension linkage bolts loosened off during first few rides, keep an eye on them. Not the stiffest frame we've ridden in comparison to the overall bike weight. Resin brake pads and rotors limit pad choice options.

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BikeRadar
Norco Sight 2 review

sept 2012 · Guy Kesteven

A blast – it flattered fitness and skills while regularly saving our arses

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Bikerumor
Long Term Review: 2012 Norco Sight Trail Mountain Bike

ago 2012 · Staff

The Norco Sight is a 140mm trail bike introduced at Sea Otter last year and made official at Norco’s 2012 launch in Whistler last fall. We’ve been ripping one around our local trails in NC and VA for about nine months under a few different riders. We’ve played with 650B wheels on the bike, too, …

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MBR
Tested: Norco Sight 2 £2,499.99 - MBR

may 2012 · Danny Milner

Norco's eye-catching new trail bike reviewed

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BIKE Magazine
Preview: Norco's new Aurum, Revolver and Sight bikes.

jul 2011

Details on Norco's latest trail bike, 29er and DH-race machine.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

SIGHT trail frame , 140 mm travel , hydroformed 6061 aluminum

Fork

Revelation RL dual position travel 140 mm 15 mm axle , tapered steer tube

Travel140mm

Shock

Fox RP 2 BSD LV air sleeve

Travel140mm

Bottom Bracket

N/A

Headset

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

Stem

Norco short reach 3D forged

Handlebar

Norco 6061 butted 740 mm width 25 mm rise

Saddle

WTB Silverado Race SL chromoly rail

Seatpost

Norco SL double bolt 2014 alloy post 3D forged

TypeRigid

Pedals

N/A

Grips

Velo Norco Lock on grips ( new design )

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano XT

Front Derailleur

Shimano XT E type direct mount

Crank

Shimano XT 2 x 10 38/26T

Shifters

Shimano XT I Spec

Cassette

Shimano SLX HG-81

Chain

Shimano HG-74

Brakes

Front: Shimano XT ( I spec ) left front resin w/ fin, Rear: Shimano XT Resin pad with fins I spec

TypeShimano XT Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano XT

Wheels
Rims

Sun Inferno 25 (white with custom decals)

Spokes

DT Champion 2.0 PG

Front Hub

Shimano XT 15 mm front hub with center lock

Rear Hub

Shimano XT 142 x 12 mm rear hub

Tires

Kenda Slant SIX tires 26 x 2.35 kevlar

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