2015 Norco Fluid 7.1 vs 2017 Norco Optic A9.2
The L is the Norco Optic A9.2 size closest to your XL Norco Fluid 7.1. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Norco Optic A9.2
Compared with the Norco Fluid 7.1 in XL, the Norco Optic A9.2 in L places the top of the head tube 9 mm higher and 8 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 5 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +9 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −8 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +5 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Norco Fluid 7.1 numbers we have for size XL are missing the chainstay length. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Norco Fluid 7.1 XL | Norco Optic A9.2 L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 472 | 464 | −8 mm |
| Stack | 598 | 607 | +9 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5 | 68.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.5 | 74.5 | ±0.0° |
| Wheelbase | 1170 | 1175 | +5 mm |
| BB height | 332 | 332 | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 510 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 130 | 100 | −30 mm |
Differences are the Norco Optic A9.2 minus the Norco Fluid 7.1. Full charts: 2015 Norco Fluid 7.1, 2017 Norco Optic A9.2.
Where each sits in its class
Norco Fluid 7.1Norco Optic A9.2
Each bike is ranked against the other trail bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Norco Fluid 7.17.1 | Norco Optic A9.2A9.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 32 Float Evolution 27.5 CTD | RockShox Sektor TK 29 100x15mm Silver |
| Rear shock | Fox Float CTD Evolution series | Fox Float DPS Performane EVOL |
| Shifter | Shimano SLX M780 rapid fire 2/3 sp | SRAM GX1 11sp |
| Derailleur | Shimano SLX M786 Shadow Plus 10 speed | SRAM GX |
| Cassette | SRAM PG 1020 11-36T 10sp | SRAM XG 1150 10-42T |
| Chain | KMC X10 | SRAM PC 1130 11sp |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore M615 38/24T 2x10 w/bb | SRAM FC S-1000 w/32T |
| Tire | Continental X-King 650Bx2.2 folding bead | not listed |
| Rim | WTB Speed Disc I-19 dbl wall single eyelet | Alex Rims DP23 double wall 29er I23 tubeless compatible |
| Brake | Shimano Deore M506 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Norco 6061 DB alloy 1" ise bar" | Norco 6061 DB alloy 760mmx25mm |
| Grips | Norco Lock On Grip | Norco Lock On Grip |
| Saddle | SDG Bel Air 2.0 XC trail saddle | SDG Circuit Mtn |
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