2017 Norco Fluid FS 7.2 vs 2015 Norco Fluid 7.3
The XL is the Norco Fluid 7.3 size closest to your XL Norco Fluid FS 7.2. 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 7.3
Compared with the Norco Fluid FS 7.2 in XL, the Norco Fluid 7.3 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 FS 7.2 numbers we have for size XL are missing the chainstay length. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Norco Fluid FS 7.2 XL | Norco Fluid 7.3 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 |
| Head tube length | 130 | 130 | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | not listed | 510 |
Differences are the Norco Fluid 7.3 minus the Norco Fluid FS 7.2. Full charts: 2017 Norco Fluid FS 7.2, 2015 Norco Fluid 7.3.
Where each sits in its class
Norco Fluid FS 7.2Norco Fluid 7.3
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 FS 7.27.2 | Norco Fluid 7.37.3 |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Recon RL solo air 120x15mm Silver | RockShox XC-30 TK solo air |
| Rear shock | RockShox Monarch R HVI | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore 10 speed shifter | Shimano Deore M4000 rapid fire 3 sp |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore Shadow Plus SGS 10 speed | Shimano 9 speed Deore RD Shadow type |
| Cassette | SunRace 11/40 T cassette | Shimano CS HG 20 9 speed |
| Crankset | Samox 2pc w/30T narrow/wide ring | SR Suntour XCR 44/32/22T with octalink |
| Tire | Maxxis Ardent 2.25 | WTB Beeline 650Bx2.2 |
| Rim | WTB STP I 23 TCS tubeless compatible rim | WTB SX19 Double Wall |
| Brake | Tektro Hydraulic Disc brake HD-M285 w/160mm | Shimano Acera M355 |
| Grips | Norco MTB gator design trail grip | Norco MTB gator design trail grip |
| Chain | not listed | KMC Z-99 chain |
| Saddle | not listed | WTB Volt Sport SE XC trail saddle |
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