2017 Norco Fluid 7.1/6.1 HT+ vs 2019 Specialized Fuse Comp 27.5+
The XL is the Specialized Fuse Comp 27.5+ size closest to your XL Norco Fluid 7.1/6.1 HT+. 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 Specialized Fuse Comp 27.5+
Compared with the Norco Fluid 7.1/6.1 HT+ in XL, the Specialized Fuse Comp 27.5+ in XL places the top of the head tube 13 mm higher and 11 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 9 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +13 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −11 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −9 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- 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 7.1/6.1 HT+ numbers we have for size XL are missing the chainstay length. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Norco Fluid 7.1/6.1 HT+ XL | Specialized Fuse Comp 27.5+ XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 469 | 458mm | −11 mm |
| Stack | 630 | 643mm | +13 mm |
| Head tube angle | 67.5 | 67.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 71.9 | 73° | +1.1° |
| Wheelbase | 1194 | 1185mm | −9 mm |
| BB height | 316 | 312mm | −4 mm |
| Head tube length | 120 | 130mm | +10 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 656mm | |
| Chainstay length | not listed | 430mm | |
| BB drop | not listed | 51mm | |
| Standover | not listed | 830mm | |
| Seat tube length | not listed | 505mm | |
| Fork length | not listed | 530mm |
Differences are the Specialized Fuse Comp 27.5+ minus the Norco Fluid 7.1/6.1 HT+. Full charts: 2017 Norco Fluid 7.1/6.1 HT+, 2019 Specialized Fuse Comp 27.5+.
Where each sits in its class
Norco Fluid 7.1/6.1 HT+Specialized Fuse Comp 27.5+
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 7.1/6.1 HT+7.1/6.1 HT+ | Specialized Fuse Comp 27.5+Comp 27.5+ |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano SLX 11spd I-Spec | SRAM NX |
| Derailleur | Shimano SLX M7000 Shadow Plus 11spd | SRAM NX |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8000 11spd 11/46 | SRAM PG-1130 |
| Tire | WTB Ranger 27.5"/26"x 2.8"" | Specialized Purgatory |
| Rim | Alex Rims MD35 650B/26 Plus 32H | Specialized Stout |
| Brake | Shimano SLX M7000 | SRAM Level |
| Headset | Norco Grip | not listed |
| Fork | not listed | RockShox Recon RL |
| Chain | not listed | KMC X-11 |
| Crankset | not listed | Specialized Stout Pro |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Stout |
| Grips | not listed | Specialized Sip Grip |
| Dropper post | not listed | Specialized TransX Dropper |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Trans-X Dropper |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Henge Comp |
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