2015 Norco Fluid 7.1 vs 2017 Norco Fluid FS 7.1
The XL is the Norco Fluid FS 7.1 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 Fluid FS 7.1
Compared with the Norco Fluid 7.1 in XL, the Norco Fluid FS 7.1 in XL places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- ±0 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- 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 Fluid FS 7.1 XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 472 | 472 | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 598 | 598 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5 | 68.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.5 | 74.5 | ±0.0° |
| Wheelbase | 1170 | 1170 | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 332 | 332 | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 510 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 130 | 130 | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Norco Fluid FS 7.1 minus the Norco Fluid 7.1. Full charts: 2015 Norco Fluid 7.1, 2017 Norco Fluid FS 7.1.
Where each sits in its class
Norco Fluid 7.1Norco Fluid FS 7.1
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 Fluid FS 7.17.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 32 Float Evolution 27.5 CTD | RockShox Recon RL Gold |
| Rear shock | Fox Float CTD Evolution series | RockShox Monarch RL HVI |
| Shifter | Shimano SLX M780 rapid fire 2/3 sp | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano SLX M786 Shadow Plus 10 speed | SRAM NX 11 speed RD |
| Cassette | SRAM PG 1020 11-36T 10sp | SRAM CS PG 1130 11-42T 11 speed |
| Chain | KMC X10 | SRAM PC 1110 11 speed |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore M615 38/24T 2x10 w/bb | SRAM NX 1 w/30T narrow/wide Powerspline |
| Tire | Continental X-King 650Bx2.2 folding bead | Maxxis Ardent 27.5x2.25 |
| Rim | WTB Speed Disc I-19 dbl wall single eyelet | WTB STP i25 TCS 27.5" tubeless ready rim" |
| Brake | Shimano Deore M506 | Shimano Acera M365 |
| Handlebar | Norco 6061 DB alloy 1" ise bar" | not listed |
| Grips | Norco Lock On Grip | Norco lock on grip w/Norco end plug |
| Saddle | SDG Bel Air 2.0 XC trail saddle | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM Power Spline BB |
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